To understand Constitutional values such as the right to free speech, students must not only study such principles but also have an opportunity to put them into practice. However, there are limitations on the right of student free speech in the school setting that have been upheld by the courts because of the unique nature of the school community. It is the goal of this policy to strike a necessary balance between student’s right of free speech and the schools need to maintain an orderly and safe school environment which respects the rights of all students on school grounds and …
Read Full Policy- Last Reviewed/Revised: June 2010
- Last Adopted: December 13, 2006
Cross References:
- JICEA, School-Related Student Publications
- JK, Student Discipline, and subcodes
- KHC, Distribution/Posting of Noncurricular Materials