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Utah Code § 53G-10-203: Expressions of belief -- Discretionary time.

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Where this section sits in the code
  1. Title 53G Public Education System -- Local Administration
  2. Chapter 53G-10 Curriculum Participation and Requirements
  3. Part 53G-10-2 General Requirements and Participation

(1) Expression of personal beliefs by a student participating in school-directed curricula or activities may not be prohibited or penalized unless the expression unreasonably interferes with order or discipline, threatens the well-being of persons or property, or violates concepts of civility or propriety appropriate to a school setting.

(2)

(a) As used in this section, "discretionary time" means noninstructional time during which a student is free to pursue personal interests.

(b) Free exercise of voluntary religious practice or freedom of speech by students during discretionary time shall not be denied unless the conduct unreasonably interferes with the ability of school officials to maintain order and discipline, unreasonably endangers persons or property, or violates concepts of civility or propriety appropriate to a school setting.

(3) Any limitation under this section on student expression, practice, or conduct shall be by the least restrictive means necessary to satisfy the school's interests, or to satisfy another specifically identified compelling governmental interest.

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