Different Points of View:
First Amendment Rights in the Schools

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1. Students and teachers both retain their First Amendment rights while in school.
2. Schools are not an appropriate place for students and teachers to express their political opinions.
3. Any government limits on First Amendment rights must show that it presents a danger to the public.
4. The wearing of the armbands did not disrupt the school environment.
5. The wearing of the armbands was a distraction to the learning environment.
6. Teachers, parents and elected school officials have the right to limit freedom of speech within the school setting.