Guidelines for Religious Expression in US Schools

It is legal to have organized prayer at sporting events or other school functions

Students can opt out of lessons which they or their family consider to be offensive

Teachers can teach about religions in school

Students can read religious materials and discuss religion among themselves

Teachers can display religious-related holiday items or encourage the celebration of religious holidays in school

Teachers can participate in religious activties while at school

Students can wear religious messages or symbols on their clothes

It is acceptable for students to express religious beliefs in school assignments

Students can opt out of a particular dress code or uniform for religious reasons

Student Can Pray in Schools

Students can meet to express their religious beliefs during the school day and on school grounds