What place should "creationism" have in the public education system?

I believe creationism should have whatever scientific place it deserves in the education system. In other words it should not be taught in schools other than in a historical context. We should want students exposed to the most current scientific knowledge we have available. Those that want creationism taught in public schools want it taught, if they are honest, because of their religious beliefs. We have a separation of church and state. Religion should not be a test for scientific thought, theory, or knowledge. I consider myself religious but I believe that much of the bible is full of beautiful imagery, parables, and ways to present ideas through symbolism. This does not mean that everything in the bible is meant to be taken literally. On top of that, we live in an ever increasingly diverse society and don’t necessarily share each other’s religious beliefs. Therefore, school should be a place where facts rule and ideas must stand up to scrutiny.