text: they banned it because in the constitution it says that america would not have an official religion. therefore, anyone can have the freedom to  practice their religion here or believe in whatever they want. we may not pray in school but we do have a 30 second moment of silence. so you can pray then if you wanted.  If you  really want prayer in school go to a parochial school.  i used to go to one.  In a public school you can join a religious club and pray there also.