Colleges stick up for students suspended for protesting

HOUSTON – A superintendent for a school district outside Houston sent a statement threatening suspensions for any student who joins nationwide walkouts in the wake of the Parkland, Florida, shooting. 

"Life is all about choices and every choice has a consequence whether it be positive or negative," Superintendent Curtis Rhodes said. "We will discipline no matter if it is 1, 50, or 500 students involved. All will be suspended for three days and parent notes will not alleviate the discipline."

Similar warnings were issued in nearby districts. One district in Waukesha County sent a letter saying students could participate if they were excused by their parents. 

In the wake of the threats, colleges are standing up for the students, saying admission decisions will not be affected if they are suspended for protesting. 

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