Released Time is a nationwide program that began over 75 years ago and was approved by the U.S. Supreme Court in 1952. It provides public school children with moral and Biblical teaching during regular school hours. The only requirements are parental consent and that the religious instruction take place off the school premises. Local churches, or an adjacent property off school premises.
Christian volunteers provide the leadership and instruction for the children.
Classes offer Bible study, singing, Bible stories and memory verses, guest speakers, prizes, prayer and support. The RTCE volunteers escort participating children to and from the churches. Some school districts even provide bus transportation for their students. For most, no longer than one hour per week during the regular school year. While some schools offer Bible instruction one hour per day, times will vary based upon individual school districts' policies.