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- Worksheet - Balancing Rights: The Case of Lee v. Weisman (.pdf)
- Worksheet - Balancing Rights: The Case of Lee v. Weisman (.docx)
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The Supreme Court case Lee v. Weisman is the focus of a lesson that examines religion in public schools. After reading a summary of the case and before reading the verdict, pupils use their knowledge of the First Amendment to discuss the case and recommend a decision. They then read the court's decision and explain why they agree or disagree with the ruling.
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- Invite an administrator to talk with the class about their district's policy regarding graduation ceremonies
Classroom Considerations
- Requires copies, one per participant, of the "Balancing Rights: The Case of Lee v. Weisman" worksheet
- Presumes class members have previously studied cases and facts related to the First Amendment
- A protocol must be in place to conduct a safe and respectful discussion
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- Includes a teacher background sheet on the case
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