2016 Arkansas Code
Title 6 - Education
Subtitle 2 - Elementary and Secondary Education Generally
Chapter 10 - General Provisions
§ 6-10-115. Period of silence

AR Code ยง 6-10-115 (2016) What's This?

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

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

(1) Reflect;

(2) Pray; or

(3) Engage in a silent activity.

(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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