WETUMPKA, Ala. – An Alabama school superintendent is reversing his decision to ban the Holtville High School ban from playing “Amazing Grace” during football half-time shows next year.

Elmore County School Superintendent Andre Harrison issued a statement last week ending the school marching band’s tradition of playing “Amazing Grace” at football games after receiving a complaint about the constitutionality of the practice, WSFA reports.

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“I was reminded that, as a public school, we simply cannot endorse a religious message in our activities,” Harrison posted to Facebook. “I completely understand the frustration of some of our parents, but we have an obligation to follow the law, even when we don’t want to.”

Harrison, however, changed course a few days later after a flood of complaints about the change and requested that district attorneys research the issue more thoroughly, Al.com reports.

“Over the past day, I’ve heard from dozens of concerned parents regarding the Holtville High band issue. While I firmly believe the original decision is both legally and ethically appropriate, we are working closely with legal counsel to determine if there are other options available to us that will permit performance of ‘Amazing Grace,’” Harrison wrote in a Facebook update.

“I have lived and worked in Elmore County for many years and I share your concerns regarding this issue. I want to reassure you that I will continue to work collaboratively with our board and legal counsel with the goal of a positive outcome for our students.”

Two days later, on Sunday, Harrison posted another update reversing his decision:

Last week, the Elmore County School District received a complaint about Holtville High School Band playing the hymn ‘Amazing Grace’ during the halftime show of the football game. The same person called the Central Office twice and questioned the constitutionality of the band playing the song. After consulting with legal counsel and receiving an admittedly conservative recommendation, I made the decision to remove the song from the halftime show.

After word of my decision circulated, I heard from many concerned parents, and frankly I still had reservations about my initial decision. I asked counsel to do further research on this issue and present me with options that would keep the district in legal compliance, but permit performance of one of the most iconic songs in the history of our nation. Based on that additional research, I have decided today that the band will be allowed to perform ‘Amazing Grace’ this fall.

I thank you all for your support and for letting your voices be heard, and I stand firmly by my decision.

The vast majority of locals who commented about Harrison’s decision on Facebook believe he made the right one.

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“We are proud of this decision,” Stephanie Fulmer wrote, “and support it 100 percent.”

“I back your decision 100%. I look forward to hearing the great band at Holtville perform this fall! Go band! Go Dr. Harrison!” Anthony Vittore added.

“You are fabulous. Thank you for listening to the voices in your community and being strong on behalf of the many. This is one of the qualities that make you a great leader!” Charley Orsi posted.