Are students permitted to engage in a walkout during the school day?

As stated in Howard County Board of Education Policy 9020 Students’ Rights and Responsibilities, “Students have the right to assemble. Students have the right to freely choose the subject and form of a peaceful demonstration. Schools may set reasonable limits as to the time, place, and way students and student groups may assemble, if those restrictions advance legitimate educational goals.” 

Students are permitted to participate in a walkout if the topic aligns with Board of Education and HCPSS policies, and is conducted appropriately and positively and in an appropriate and positive manner also in alignment with all Board policies and procedures.