That's kind of why they call them the natural sciences. How would transcendant, supernatural topics be covered in science class?
As to the bringing back of religion class, I wholeheartedly agree. It was part of my education, and I do believe that western civilization cannot be adequately understood without knowledge of our religous heritage.
The above comment made by a non-repentant "evolutionist", which around here is pretty much synonymous with commie pinko fag atheist hippie monkey boy supporter of public breastfeeding with a side order of total anarchy.
Now THAT would make a great tagline!