Bible Club Allowed in New York Public High School

Recently the ACLJ assisted a high school student in starting a bible club at his public school in New York. The student had been told by the principal that he could not start a religious club because it was against New York law. The principal held this position although he did not provide the law or the school policy on the issue. The school freely allowed other clubs such as Chess Club, Jazz Band, and Gay Straight Alliance.

After about three months of being repeatedly denied the ability to form the bible club, the student contacted us for help. We stepped in and provided him the information he needed regarding his rights. Upon receipt of the information from the ACLJ, the principal agreed to allow the student to start the club. We are thrilled that the principal made the right decision and are happy that we were able to help.