Salina Post
Word around Salina has been spread about a Central High School student-led, anti-ICE protest/walkout.
According to a social media account on Instagram "ice.out.3.4.26" on February 14, a post announced that Salina Central High School's local Youth Protection Alliance will be hosting a walkout against ICE at 12:40 pm, March 4.
The most recent post was published on Tuesday, which announce an "alternative" for those who were not able to attend the protest. The post encouraged those who were unable to attend are to "wear the color red to school to show your support in the matter."
Salina Post reached out to USD 305 for a comment and gave a statement issued by the instititution.
Below is the following statement by USD 305:
Salina Public Schools is aware of recent social media posts and emails circulating regarding a potential student walkout.
These messages did not originate from official district communications channels and were not approved by the district. Salina Public Schools is not sponsoring, organizing or endorsing any walkout activities.
Salina Public Schools values and respects student perspectives and recognizes students’ constitutional right to express their views in a lawful and peaceful manner. However, walkouts are not sponsored, organized or endorsed by any member of the staff, school or district. Our staff’s role remains neutral, with a focus on supporting student safety and maintaining a quality educational environment.
Salina Public Schools will continue to abide by all state and federal laws and Board of Education policies. Ensuring the safety of our students and staff remains our top priority as we maintain a safe, quality learning environment and protect instructional time. The school day will proceed as usual and SPS expects all students to attend class, adhering to our attendance policy.
We encourage families to have thoughtful, open conversations with their students about civic engagement and expectations surrounding school attendance. We thank our parents, guardians and community for their partnership in maintaining a safe, conducive learning environment that supports student success.