FREE SPEECH/EXPRESSION

Philosophical Basis

Citizens in our democracy are guaranteed self-expression under the First and Fourteenth Amendments of the Constitution of the United States; therefore, in a democratic society, one of the basic purposed of education is to prepare students for responsible self-expression.

Student Responsibilities

• To respect the rights of others and to express disagreement in a manner which does not infringe upon the rights of others and does not interfere with the orderly educational process.
• To act in a manner which preserves the dignity of all persons.
• To plan for, seek approval of and conduct activities which are consistent with the educational objectives of the school.

Student Rights

• To form and express viewpoints through speaking and writing in a manner which is not obscene, slanderous or libelous.
• To affirm identity with the American ideals as are exemplified in the constitution of the United States.
• To refrain from any activities which violate the precepts of their religion.

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