MS SB2633

Prohibits public school districts from discriminating against students based on religious viewpoints or religious expression, requiring equal treatment of religious and secular student expression on permissible subjects.

Allows students to express religious beliefs in homework, artwork, and class assignments without penalty or reward based on religious content, with evaluation using ordinary academic standards of substance and relevance.

Permits students to organize prayer groups, religious clubs, and religious gatherings before, during, and after school with the same access to school facilities as non-religious student groups, and to wear religious clothing and accessories.

Requires school districts to establish a limited public forum for student speakers at school events and graduation ceremonies, with neutral selection criteria and mandatory disclaimers stating the district does not sponsor or endorse student religious speech.

Takes effect July 1, 2013, and applies beginning with the 2013-2014 school year; includes provisions clarifying the act does not require participation in religious activities or violate constitutional rights.