Texas students may soon attend social studies and reading classes that minimize racial, geographic and cultural diversity while emphasizing the Bible.

The State Board of Education has two pivotal votes slated for this week that would usher in these changes: one on a rewrite of Texas' social studies lessons, the other on a reading list for all public schools that includes teaching Christian stories.

On Monday, board members will hear from teachers, students and community members concerned about the materials ahead of a scheduled preliminary vote.