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society2 years ago

Controversial After School Satan Club Sparks Nationwide Debate

The Satanic Temple, a nontheistic religious organization, has been causing controversy by sponsoring student clubs in schools, challenging state abortion limits, and placing symbols alongside Christmas displays in statehouses. The organization recently started an After School Satan Club at Chimneyrock Elementary School in Tennessee, which has sparked outrage among conservative Christians. While the school cannot legally bar the club from renting space, critics argue that it goes against their faith-based values. The Satanic Temple justifies its actions on First Amendment grounds, claiming religious liberty and free expression.

via The New York Times|
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education2 years ago

Controversy Erupts Over Planned After School Satan Club in US

The opening of an After School Satan Club (ASSC) at an elementary school in Tennessee has sparked controversy among religious and education leaders. The club, run by the Satanic Temple, plans to offer activities to children after the Christmas break. While the Satanic Temple describes itself as a non-theistic religion, emphasizing a scientific and rationalistic worldview, parents and religious leaders have expressed outrage. The school district has defended its decision, citing the First Amendment and equal access to non-profit organizations. This would be the fifth chapter of the club in the country, with other school districts pushing back against its presence.

via NDTV|
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education2 years ago

Controversy Erupts Over Planned After School Satan Club in Tennessee

Faith and education leaders in Tennessee are denouncing plans for an After School Satan Club at a local elementary school, but will allow the organization hosting the club to meet in accordance with the law. The Satanic Temple plans to hold the club at Chimneyrock Elementary School, offering activities that promote a scientific and rationalistic worldview. The faith community and educators expressed support for religious organizations partnering with the district and emphasized that students would need signed permission slips to attend. The school district stated that it would rent out the space to the nonprofit organization, citing its policy and commitment to upholding board policy, state laws, and the Constitution.

via ABC News|
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education2 years ago

Controversial After School Satan Club gains foothold in Tennessee elementary school

An After School Satan Club is set to begin offering activities to children at a Tennessee elementary school, sparking controversy. The Satanic Temple plans to host the club at Chimneyrock Elementary School, emphasizing a non-theistic religion that views Satan as a metaphorical construct. The school district stated that it is obligated to uphold the principles of the First Amendment and cannot deny access to non-profit organizations based on their beliefs. The club's activities include science projects, community service, puzzles, games, nature activities, and arts and crafts. Some parents and officials expressed alarm, while others argued for the protection of First Amendment rights.

via CBS News|
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education2 years ago

Controversy Surrounding Satanic Temple's After School Club at MSCS Elementary

Memphis-Shelby County Schools (MSCS) held a press conference to address concerns over the upcoming launch of an "After School Satan Club" at Chimneyrock Elementary School. The club, launched by The Satanic Temple, has caused disapproval among faith-based leaders and parents. MSCS leaders stated that while they will uphold freedom of speech, they will also prioritize the well-being of students. The Satanic Temple claims their right to be at the school is protected by a 2001 Supreme Court ruling. Some pastors believe this is a plot for financial gain, as the organization has recently settled with a school district in Pennsylvania for $200,000. The Satanic Temple emphasizes that they do not attempt to convert children to any religious ideology and view Satan as a metaphorical construct.

via Action News 5|
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