HB 5148
Student Bill of Rights
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- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill, the Student Bill of Rights, establishes a set of rights for students in West Virginia public schools. It covers areas such as curriculum access, student expression, safety, parental rights regarding student records, and protection from discrimination and harassment. The bill also outlines procedures for presenting complaints and ensures students can exercise their constitutional rights of free speech and assembly within the school environment.
Key provisions
- Students have the right to a meaningful public education and high educational standards.
- Students have the right to access the curriculum and voice their opinions on educational matters.
- Students and their parents have the right to inspect and review student records.
- Students have the right to protection from discrimination based on various factors.
- Students have the right to refuse participation in activities conflicting with their beliefs.
- Students have the right to respect from school personnel and are protected from ridicule or punishment.
- Students have the right to defend themselves from assault using reasonable physical means.
- Students have the right to present petitions and receive responses from school officials regarding complaints.
Who is affected
- Students
- Parents of Students
- School Administrators
- Teachers
- West Virginia Public School Students
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