Oklahoma's Catholic diocese overcame a major hurdle Monday in its efforts to establish the first government-funded seminary in U.S. history.
The Catholic Archdiocese of Oklahoma has applied for a (virtual distance school) called St. Isidore. The school is expected to open its doors for the 2024-2025 school year, accept 500 students in its early stages, and will mainly serve the children of rural Catholic families living far from areas that provide Catholic education. Experts point to the possibility of discriminatory policies, as admission to public schools should not be linked to pupils' faith.