BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. – As students across the country protest the actions of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Brevard Public Schools is warning that students involved in any on-campus demonstration or walkout during the school day will face disciplinary action.
In a letter sent to families on Tuesday, School Board Chair Matt Susin said the district was made aware of a proposed student-led walkout that was promoted at three high schools.
The message came after social media posts advertised walkouts at Viera High, Rockledge High, and Satellite High.
“Walkouts, protests, or demonstrations during the school day are disruptive and are not permitted,” Susin said. “These activities may not take place on school property, nor may students leave their assigned areas.”
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Kim Scott, a parent of two Brevard County students, said she was appreciative of the district’s message.
“As a parent, I really value that type of communication. Proactivity is important to me,” Scott said. “You should be able to express yourself, your opinion. You have that right as a citizen, but I do agree during school hours it’s school time.”'
The letter warned that students who leave campus without authorization or engage in a protest on school grounds will be disciplined.
“While students may express their views in appropriate, lawful ways outside of the school day and off school property, disruptions to learning and campus operations will not be tolerated,” Susin said.
The letter did not specify what type of punishment would happen to a student who takes part in a protest, but the Student Code of Conduct gives administrators several options that range from a one-day in-school suspension to an out-of-school suspension for five days.