This paper discusses the Bethel School
District vs. Fraser court case, regarding a school speech made at an assembly by Matthew
Fraser. The paper explores the school's reaction to Fraser's speech, claiming it to be indecent, lewd, and offensive to the modesty and decency of many of the
students and faculty in attendance at the assembly. The paper contends that the case sets an important precedent with regard to the future actions a school or
district may take concerning similar matters of public decency and free speech, especially with regard to the actions of members of the student body.