Period of silence

  1. Law
  2. Arkansas Code
  3. Education
  4. Elementary and Secondary Education Generally
  5. General Provisions
  6. Period of silence

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  1. (a) A public school in this state shall observe a one (1) minute period of silence at the beginning of school each school day.

  2. (b) During the period of silence a student may, without interfering with or distracting another student:

    1. (1) Reflect;

    2. (2) Pray; or

    3. (3) Engage in a silent activity.

  3. (c) A teacher or school employee in charge of a public school classroom shall ensure that all students remain silent and do not interfere with or distract another student during the period of silence.


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