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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 14, 2026Miami-Dade

Department of Defense adds Western civilization and Christianity course to military base schools

The Department of Defense is launching a new course focused on Western civilization and Christianity this fall for schools serving military families. This curriculum change is part of an initiative by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to emphasize patriotic values and classical learning within the military education system.

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Why It Matters

Students attending Department of Defense-operated schools will have a new course requirement or elective option starting this fall, reflecting a shift in the educational focus for military families.

Key Facts

  • The Department of Defense is introducing a new course centered on Western civilization and Christianity.
  • The course is scheduled to begin this fall.
  • The curriculum change applies to schools operated by the Department of Defense for military families.
  • Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is the official directing this shift.
  • The stated goal of the change is to redirect the education system toward patriotic values and classical learning.

Who's Mentioned

organizationAssociated Press“The news organization reporting the story.”organizationDepartment of Defense“The federal department operating schools for military families.”personPete Hegseth“Defense Secretary directing the education system changes.”