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"The fact that K.A. was only in the fifth grade and the invitation originated from her church does not mandate a different approach," Judge Thomas Vanaskie wrote in his 31-page opinion.

At the same time, the three-judge panel said schools can exert more control over younger students, given their age and maturity level. The court has previously said a preschooler could not distribute pencils promoting a Christian message to classmates.

In this case, the invitation described a 2010 Christmas party at Innovation Church in Cresco, with iKidz Rick Night, face painting, ping pong, cup-stacking, foosball, games, prizes and snacks.

After some back and forth between the girl's father and school officials, the Pocono Mountain School District rejected the girl's