The battle over Lifewise. Ohio lawmakers are considering a bill that would require schools to develop a policy for programs like Lifewise.
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There's a bill in the Ohio Legislature to require public school districts to develop a policy on conditions under which release for religious instruction could be allowed. Lifewise, the Christian-based program in operation in many Ohio schools, has been taking elementary students off campus from schools during the day to provide religious education with permission from the student's parents. However, some parents and schools say release time for religious instruction by Lifewise is not a good idea. In this week's podcast, Ohio Statehouse Scoop Host Jo Ingles talks to an opponent and a supporter of the legislation. Ohio Public Media Statehouse News Bureau Chief Karen Kasler and Reporter Sarah Donaldson join the discussion to provide additional context to the conversation.
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