'Day of Silence' in Schools Brings Unity, Controversy
by Mark Walsh For a protest based on quiet symbolism, the Day of Silence in schools generates a lot of conversation.The annual event is meant as a show of support by students and teachers for gay young people. Participants remain silent throughout the school day, and some wear T-shirts or buttons with messages about gay rights or against bullying. As participation levels have grown over the years, however, so has a countermovement backed by religious conservatives.
Education Week (subscription), 4/18/2008