A high school journalism class amendments were violated when they were prohibited to publish two articles in the school newspaper. The articles were said to be inappropriet and unsuitable for the younger students. The journalism class picked topics on different matters that were taking place. They researched and wrote their articles. Their teacher had already approved of the articles and submitted a copy to the principal.
This is when the problem started. The principal of the school deleted two of the articles. She based herself on protecting the students. In reality, what is their to protect? Young minds know more than an experienced adult. The corruption of TV, ads, and reading instruments, allows them to explore beyong their, and our imaginations. They are aware of sex, corruption, drugs, and illegal things. You always want to protect and close their eyes and ears. You want to keep them safe, but sometimes is better to be aware than sorry!
The first article dealt with a pregnant student whos name was NOT identified. The article mentioned sex, and birth control; which is not anything new to any body. The principal should have been grateful that the student would be more aware of how to prevent diseases, or pregnancies.
The second article dealt with divorce. The student placed her father in the worst way. The principal disagreed and thought that it wasn't right. When you give a statement in an interview everything is valid.
Both articles were deletion, and turmoil occured. "Work so hard for nothing, that's not fair." This case was taken to court and the court ruled in the students favor. Their first amendment rights had been violated.
http://www.bc.edu/bc_org/avp/cas/comm/free_speech/hazelwood.html
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