New York State Education Department's Seal of Civic Readiness
The Seal of Civic Readiness is a formal recognition that a student has attained a high level of proficiency in terms of civic knowledge, civic skills, civic mindset, and civic experiences. The Seal of Civic Readiness distinction on a high school transcript and diploma:
shows the student’s understanding of a commitment to participatory government; civic responsibility and civic values;
demonstrates to universities, colleges, and future employers that the student has completed an action project in civics or social justice; and
recognizes the value of civic engagement and scholarship.
You can speak to any of the following committee members if you have questions or need more information.
PHS Seal of Civic Readiness Committee
Social Studies Department
A. Latorre (alatorre@peekskillschools.org)
T. Malcolm (tmalcolm@peeskillschools.org)
L. Mannion (lmannion@peeskillschools.org)
A. Macewan (amacewan@peekskillschools.org)
Z. Rodriguez-Alcazar (zrodriguezalcazar@peekskillschools.org)
Click the link below to access the application. Ensure you are signed into your school Gmail account to access the page. The deadline to apply for the 2024-2025 school year is Friday, September 27, 2024.
Click here to access the application.
Click on the link below to access a presentation with more information.