Recently, you assigned students to write and submit a pictorial depiction on the person they considered to be their hero. One of your students submitted on Jesus and a drawing of the Last Supper.
In 500-750 word discuss:
Any legal issues regarding the grading of your student’s information and whether you could display the student’s work.
How does the First Amendment apply to this situation?
Include at least five references. At least three should cite U.S. Supreme Court cases.
Sample Solution
The First Amendment does not apply to this situation in a direct sense; however, the concept of freedom of expression is still important. The law protects students’ right to “freely speak, write and publish their views on all subjects” (Nguyen v. North Orange County Community College District). At the same time, school administrators have some discretion over what materials can be displayed or shared with others.