Description
You have a standard practice of displaying all student work in your classroom. Recently, you assigned students to write any essay and submit a pictorial depiction on the person they considered to be their hero. One of your students submitted an essay on Jesus and a drawing of the Last Supper.
In a 500-750-essay, discuss any legal issues regarding the grading of your student’s essay and whether you could display the student’s work. How does the First Amendment apply to this situation?
Include at least five references in your essay. At least three of the five references should cite U.S. Supreme Court cases.
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Explanation & Answer
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Running Head: THE FIRST AMENDMENT
THE FIRST AMENDMENT APPLICATION IN SCHOOLS: Outline
By [Name]
Institution
Date
Author’s Note
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THE FIRST AMENDMENT
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The First Amendment Application in Schools
Introduction
According to Shaw (1998), the amendment permits students to express their religious
beliefs in different school assignments and forms of art without discrimination. Therefore, the
following essay deduces the application of the first amendment in assessing the ideas of a
student expressing their religious views in class assignment.
Body
Firstly, amendment 1.1.4.1 titled Free Exercise Clause stipulates the freedom of
individuals to express their religious perceptions in different societal settings (Constitution
Annotated, 2020).
Accordingly, when assessing the student's essay, it was essential to consider
amendment 1.1.2.1.1.2 Non-Financial Assistance to Religion (Constitution Annotated, 2020).
Therefore, when approaching the student's artwork or essay, the amendment is
integral for the conduct of the instructor since it eliminates religiosity, which is a potential
element of biasness, thus impacting the outcome of the student's essay.
Conclusion
In conclusion, American society is a heterogeneous one; different individuals have
different cultural and religious orientations, which has different implications when
approached without a unifying element. The constitution of America is one such element that
unifies the diverse communities by providing a meeting point for the communities. In the
conduct of religion in institutions, the constitution provides the guidelines under the first
amendment, which ensure the cordial coexistence of actors in public institutions such as
schools.
Running Head: THE FIRST AMENDMENT
THE FIRST AMENDMENT APPLICATION IN SCHOOLS
By [Name]
Institution
Date
Author’s Note
1
THE FIRST AMENDMENT
2
The First Amendment Application in Schools
The first amendment generally brings out the implications and importance of the
freedom of religion and freedom of speech. The amendment also highlights the significance
of the freedom of expression of different rights by Americans. Thus, the amendment exudes
the principles of self-determination ...
