They may not be antagonistic to secularism. They must neither advance nor inhibit religion. As of early 1999, the following activities are permitted. Teachers and students studying the effects of religion on society in history, literature or as absolute truth. Bible study is allowed as long as texts from other religions, aside Christianity, are explored.
Students are free to organize bible study or other special interest groups.
Religious clubs must be given the same access to school facilities as other clubs, i.e., space to meet, permission to advertise on school bulletin boards, permission to have announcements read over the P.A. system and inclusion in the yearbook. Religious organizations also must be voluntary and student led. Having students engage in a moment of silence during which they can pray, meditate, plan their day or engage in any other mental activity is also allowed. In early 2000, a federal court affirmed the constitutionality of the moment of silence law, which came into effect in April. Students can also organize prayers on school property outside of the classroom, i.e., conducting prayer meetings at the flagpole.