The proposed bill amends the Code of West Virginia by adding a new section, 18-2-47, which mandates a moment of silence at the beginning of each school day in public schools. The legislation emphasizes the importance of providing students with an opportunity for quiet reflection amidst the busyness of daily life. It stipulates that each public school principal must require teachers to allocate at least one minute, but no more than two minutes, for this moment of silence, during which teachers are prohibited from suggesting how students should reflect.

Additionally, the bill encourages classroom teachers to engage parents or guardians in discussions about the moment of silence, allowing them to suggest ways their children might utilize this time. The intent of the bill is to foster a reflective environment for students while maintaining the autonomy of their personal reflections, as teachers are not allowed to influence the nature of the students' thoughts during this period.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 18-2-47