Engel vs. Vitale (1947)
Facts of the case
Public schools were praying to the "almighty god" and some people thought that ths should not be allowed because they all did not believe in the same god.
Constitutional Question
Does the 1st amendments freedom of speech allow this prayer or does it not allow it?
Decision
voted unconstitutional by a vote of 6-1.
Lasting Effect
Religious prayer is not allowed in public schools because many cases like this one have said that it is not constitutional.