BP 6115

Instruction

 

Ceremonies and Observances

 

The Governing Board recognizes the importance of having students join together to celebrate events of cultural or historical significance or to acknowledge the contributions of outstanding individuals.  Besides helping students to appreciate their pluralistic heritage, holidays, ceremonies and observances can enhance their sense of community, instill pride in our country, and contribute to a positive school climate.

 

 

Legal Reference:

            EDUCATION CODE

            37220-37223  Saturdays and holidays

            44015.1          Week of the school administrator

            45203             Paid holidays

            45460             Classified employee week

            52720             Daily performance of patriotic exercises in public schools

            GOVERNMENT CODE

            430-439         Display of flags

            3540-3549.3  Meeting and negotiating

            UNITED STATES CODE, TITLE 4

            6                      Time and occasion for display of flag

            7                      Position and manner of display of flag

            COURT DECISIONS

            West Virginia State Board of Education et al v. Barnette et al, 319 U.S. 624 (1943)

 

Adopted: 10/13/99

Revised:  6/14/06