Seal of Civic Readiness

• Would you like to make society a better place to live?

• Would you like to be a citizen who advocates for positive change within your neighborhood or community?

“Civic readiness is the ability to make a positive difference in the pubic life of our communities through a combination of civic knowledge, 

skills and actions, mindsets, and experiences.”

The NYS Seal of Civic Readiness is a formal recognition that a school offers meaningful civics education and a student has attained a high level of proficiency in their Social Studies coursework as well as demonstrated civic engagement. 

Having this special designation on a transcript and diploma signifies the following demonstrated attributes: civic knowledge, skills and actions, mindsets, and experiences.

Civic education strengthens the relationships between schools and students, as well as students’ relationship with parents, caregivers and families, civic leaders, community partners, and among each other. The responsibility of ensuring all students are civic ready is a chief aim of Social Studies education.

For more information visit the  New York State Seal of Civic Readiness webpage