It speaks to teachers' decisions and dilemmas directly. As employees of the government, public school teachers must be neutral while performing professional duties. They may not pray with or in the presence of students during the school day. Teachers may, however, pray silently or meet with other teachers during their free time away from the presence of students and as long as it doesn't interfere with the execution of their duties. Nonobtrusive items such as a Star of David or a cross are permitted.
Some teachers believe it is inappropriate to answer any questions on the subject.
Others choose to answer in a straightforward way in the interest of open classroom discussion. Both decisions are acceptable, but teachers who choose to answer must take into consideration the age of the students. Young children may not be able to distinguish between a personal view and the official position of the school. Teachers cannot proselytize, and they can neither reward nor punish students because they agree or disagree with the teacher. Yes, provided that they stay within a school district's policy for inviting guest speakers.