"Periods of silence" authorized

72-9929. "Periods of silence" authorized. In each public school classroom the teacher in charge may observe a brief period of silence with the participation of all the pupils therein assembled at the opening of every school day. This period shall not be conducted as a religious exercise but shall be an opportunity for silent prayer or for silent reflection on the anticipated activities of the day. History: L. 1969, ch. 310, § 24; July 1. Source or Prior Law: 72-5308a. Law Review and Bar Journal References: "Constitutional Law: A Valid Secular Purpose is Required for 'Moment of Silent Prayer' Statutes [Wallace v. Jaffree, 105 S.Ct. 2479 (1985)]," Paul C. Herr, 25 W.L.J. 366 (1986). Attorney General's Opinions: Constitutionality of statute. 85-83. Previous | Next LEGISLATIVE COORDINATING COUNCIL General Policies 2026 Archived LCC Documents Archived LCC Meetings REVISOR OF STATUTES Archived Session Documents Archived School Finance Documents USEFUL LINKS Session Laws Kansas Administrative Regulations OTHER LEGISLATIVE SITES Kansas Legislature Administrative Services Division of Post Audit Research Department Contact Us PDF Help www.ksrevisor.gov 2026