Seal of Civic Readiness

Seal of Civic Readiness

Civic Ready students use civic knowledge, skills and mindsets to make decisions and take actions for themselves, their communities, and public good as members of a culturally diverse, democratic society.  Schools, therefore, must provide students meaningful opportunities to develop specific civic knowledge, skills, and mindsets—and to participate in authentic actions and experiences—that are necessary for them to function as productive civic participants within their schools, communities, states, our country and the world.  

The Seal of Civic Readiness distinction on a high school transcript and diploma: 

● Shows the student’s understanding of and commitment to participatory government, civic responsibility, and civic values. 

● Provides universities and colleges with a method to recognize and provide credit for the attainment of higher level of understanding and skills in Social Studies. 

● Demonstrates to universities, colleges, and future employers that students have earned recognition for their civic knowledge, skills, mindset and experiences. 

● Recognizes the value of civic engagement and scholarship to school communities and society at large. 

Seal of Civic Readiness - FOR STUDENTS