Arkansas § 6-10-115 - Period of silence.
Full text of Arkansas Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 6-10-115 — Period of silence., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 6-10-115. Period of silence.
A public school in this state shall observe a one (1) minute period of silence at the beginning of school each school day. During the period of silence a student may, without interfering with or distracting another student: Reflect; Pray; or Engage in a silent activity. A teacher or school employee in charge of a public school classroom shall ensure that all students remain silent and do not interfere with or distract another student during the period of silence.
Source: official Arkansas text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arkansas § 6-10-115
What does Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 6-10-115 cover?
Section 6-10-115 ("Period of silence.") is part of the Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated, the codified statutory law of Arkansas. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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