AUSTIN (KXAN) -- The Austin Independent School District responded Wednesday why the district chose to not observe Good Friday in the 2025-2026 academic school year after conservative nonprofit, Texas Values, submitted a letter to the district superintendent on Tuesday.

The 2025-2026 calendar year for the district was developed by the "Calendar Task Force" that included around 30-40 members from the community, like parents, teachers, campus administrators and more, per a statement from the district obtained by KXAN.

"The membership deliberately included representatives of different faiths and cultures so varied perspectives — including Christian viewpoints — were part of the discussion," the district said.

Why Calendar Task Force chose Easter Monday vs. Good Friday

In response to the no

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