Released time religious instruction isn’t neutral in practice.
It reshapes school schedules, divides students, and quietly redirects public resources toward private religious instruction—often without families realizing what’s happening until it’s already in place.
American Atheist recently published a feature examining how “released time” actually functions inside public school districts and why it’s expanding so rapidly nationwide.
The article was written by Molly Gaines, SEA’s Executive Director and co-founder, and draws on years of public-records research and firsthand accounts from families navigating these programs in their schools.
This isn’t a hypothetical debate. It’s happening right now, district by district.
Public schools belong to the public.
Children deserve education—not weekday evangelism.
What people are saying:
- Secular Education Association: Read the full feature (American Atheist Magazine, Issue 3) 👇
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