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

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

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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-operated school system.

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Why It Matters

Students attending Department of Defense-operated schools will have a new required or elective course added to their curriculum starting this fall.

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 this change.
  • The stated goal of the initiative 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.”