Define School Of Thought Meaning

One was a left-leaning Atheist, the other was a wealthy Catholic minister with a good edication. They had different premises but held a mutual respect because they were from the same school of thought.

"Insert student name come to the office." You hustle down the dirty ragged hallways of hell, waiting for punishment.

"Why did you search that up?" the bearded principal says in disgust.

You stutter, "I'm sorry, school administrators. I thought this meant something else..." The bearded principal glares at you, clicking his pen.

"Fine," he says. The room practically darkens, "I forgive you, child.."