CHAPTER 3.00 - SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION

3.10 Flag Display And Pledge

(1) The pledge of allegiance to the flag shall be recited at the beginning of each school day in elementary, middle, and secondary schools.

(2) The Student Handbook that is distributed to all students shall contain written notification that the student has the right not to participate in reciting the pledge of allegiance. A student may be excused from instruction and/or reciting the pledge of allegiance, including standing and placing the right hand over his/her heart, when his/her parent(s), as defined by Florida Statutes, files a written request with the school principal.

(3) The United States flag and the official flag of Florida shall be displayed daily on a suitable flag staff on the grounds of each school and School Board facility when the weather permits. Flags shall be displayed

according to established guidelines.

(3) Each classroom and auditorium shall display the United States flag.

(4) All flags shall meet the requirements of Florida Statutes.p to two (2) minutes for a moment of silence, during which students may not interfere with other students’ participation.

Statutory Authority: 1001.41; 1001.42, F.S.

Laws Implemented: 256.015; 1000.06; 1000.21; 1001.43; 1002.20; 1003.42; 1003.44, F.S.

History:

Adopted: January 14, 1999

Revision Date(s): November 22, 2005; April 11, 2017

Formerly: