Project Overview:
This essay will explore the topic “Should Religious Education Be Obligatory for Middle School Children?” It will examine the ethical, cultural, and educational implications of making religious education a required subject. The discussion will include potential benefits, such as promoting moral values and cultural understanding, as well as concerns about religious freedom and inclusivity.

Specific Requirements:

1. Essay Length: 1 page (excluding the Works Cited page).

2. Formatting: MLA format, 12-point Times New Roman font, double-spaced, 1-inch margins.

3. Sources: Use at least 2 credible academic, legal, or educational sources with proper MLA in-text citations and a Works Cited page.

4. Content Focus:

   • Ethical and cultural arguments for mandatory religious education

   • Concerns regarding freedom of belief and secular education

   • The impact on cultural understanding and tolerance

   • Policy considerations and possible compromises

5. Deadline: 21st October 2025, 11:00 PM (Kenyan time).