Schools in England currently find themselves in a serious mess when it comes to religious, physical, sex, and fine arts education—all because of Political Islam.
A new booklet of guidance for schools and teachers, called "Sharing the Journey," has been issued by a number of Labour-run city councils for teachers and schools. In it is a warning that children’s drawings may be considered blasphemous under Sharia law and that classes in music and/or dancing may also go against Islam’s teachings.
While several other groups are mentioned, the booklet pays particular attention to Muslims and Islam. It advises permitting changes to the school uniform for Muslim girls so that they will be able to conform with hijab (Islamic dress code); allowing older boys time off on Fridays to attend compulsory prayers either at a mosque or in a designated space in the school; and providing halal lunch options in the cafeteria.
During the month of Ramadan fasting and the accompanying three-day feast of Eid-al-Fitr, teachers and schools are encouraged to show flexibility and make allowances such as extra prayer times (if prayer is allowed in school), less strenuous activities during gym class, and days off during Ramadan and Eid. Schools are also advised to avoid scheduling parent-teacher conferences and important exams during this time.
In the section subtitled “Opportunities for Prayer and Reflection,” Sharing the Journey highly recommends providing a space for prayer and reflection for all students. It goes into some detail regarding Islamic prayer requirements and encourages allowing Muslim students [...]
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