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NewsWPLG Local 10 – PoliticsAugust 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 operated for military families. This initiative is part of a broader effort by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to shift the curriculum toward patriotic values and classical learning.

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Why It Matters

Military families attending Department of Defense-operated schools will see a change in available curriculum starting this fall, impacting the educational content provided to their children.

Key Facts

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

Who's Mentioned

organizationDepartment of Defense“The federal agency operating schools for military families.”personPete Hegseth“Defense Secretary directing the curriculum changes.”organizationAP“The news agency reporting the story.”