Both.

Science over everything.

I mean I suppose, but I don't think it's a priority. I think religion is one of those things you can learn about through life experience and the different people you interact with on a daily basis. We aren't taught about gay people, trans people etc. and they're just as much a reality as religious people. So what makes religion any different? You're gonna meet all different sorts of people in life. I agree about not being ignorant and respecting people, but I think an academic education is more important in terms of school. Also, not to be rude, but I don't believe in the sake of respecting religion just because it exists. If I disagree with something I'll say that I disagree. Everyone is entitled to their beliefs but if it goes against my ethics/morals I'm not afraid to say something.

Both and if they're gonna teach religions they should teach about every religion.

Agree with this
Both should be taught in school. I was only taught creationism but it would've been nice to learn both. We did have the option to take a class on other religions as well so that's good too.

I meant to put science.

Religion

Our children need GOD more than ever

That's why religion is included in Global History well atleast in NY it is. But like an actually class for it no

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Easy there I don't know where you're from, but in the US (and probably the UK?) the science vs religion in school debate generally means "teach them evolution or creationism". The people who voted "no" probably voted with that in mind (I did ).

That doesn't mean awareness of the different religions shouldn't be promoted; schools SHOULD teach students the basic history, concepts and tenets of all the world's major religions, that they may have a better understanding of other groups. That kinda goes hand in hand with other cultural studies, however, but I feel like "should students be taught awareness of other cultures?" isn't the question the OP was going for, as the answer is so obviously yes.

With all due respect, herein lies the problem. A lot of people don't learn properly about religion through day-to-day, especially in places that are not particularly multicultural and with a lack of education comes ignorance and intolerance. The lack of religious respect that exists worldwide manifests itself in things like 'Islamaphobia' which is particularly prevalent after 9/11 and 7/7 and this can only be combated through education that is informative and teaches beliefs, not facts. In the same way that LGBTQ rights are taught in Personal/Social/Health Education, religious tolerance is taught in Religious Education.

Both should be taught. Or both shouldn't be taught.

It's not like we Need either to get through everyday life.

I understand what you're saying, I've met ignorant people who bash religion just for the sake of it because they're uneducated or they start spewing bigoted stuff. I totally disagree with that. But what I'm saying is that I don't feel that religion should be respected just because it's religion. I believe everyone is entitled to their beliefs, and that's totally cool. If it doesn't affect me then great, but once it crosses the line of human/animal/ethical rights I don't think it should be respected anymore just because it's a religion. It needs to face some criticism if it's wrong. At my school I was taught about religion and I actually did very well in the class, but I honestly don't think I learned a lot. From my experience I learned more speaking to various people of different religions. Also, I was never taught about LGBTQ rights, literally not even once. It was never mentioned. If Religious Studies are taught in school I think it should be non-biased and encompass ALL religions. And yes that includes paganism, satanism, Scientology. Because if it's fair for one, it's fair for another.

Omg someone just said we don't need to learn science . It may not be an life essential skill if you're not havign a job in the sciences but learning the fundamentals of the sciences is important. It shows how the world functions etc. Also the sciences have allowed us to progress as a society by a lot. We wouldn't be having this conversation right now if it wasnt for the sciences.

But school creates the next doctors/pharmacists/engineers/developers...

We need science as a society.

The problem with this thread is that people are reading the question differently.
1) Only science should be taught in science classes. Creationism/"intelligent design" are not science, so they have no place in it. Furthermore, there shouldn't be any denominational religion class in public schools; that's what catholic schools, madrasas, etc, are for.
2) Students SHOULD be taught the concepts and history of different cultures and religions, ie: Christianity (I do remember learning about Protestantism/Catholicism here in the US), Islam, Judaism, Buddhism, etc. (I enjoyed learning about Greek mythology as well, everyone should be fortunate enough to have a classical mythology course ).

But sis... We have science classes for a reason... Why don't we just take away math and social studies too, you don't Need to learn division or the Holocaust to get through everyday life either We could throw the whole curriculum out, and just teach them how to cook, sew and milk cows

Science. The other 3 options can remain seated

Omg Y'all took my comment out of context

Mess. I guess this explains a lot though...