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Welcome to the UPDATED State Seal of Civic Engagement website.
State Seal of
Civic Engagement
An award for students excelling in civics, making a difference in their communities, and knowing how democracy works.
Contact: civics@sandi.net
For the 2026-27 school year, the due date for student submissions for the State Seal of Civic Engagement will be as follows:
Fall Semester
For projects completed during the Fall Semester students must submit their SSCE Applications by:
Fri, December 18
Spring Semester/End of Year
For projects completed yearlong or during the Spring Semester SSCE Application deadlines are as follows by grade level:
12th Grade only: Fri, April 23*
All other students: Thu, May 28**
*Seniors can still submit after the deadline, but cord and seal will be awarded during the summer after graduation.
**Seal will appear on next year's final transcript.
In September 2020, California introduced a way for high school Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors to earn a special recognition called the State Seal of Civic Engagement.
If you qualify, you’ll get a special seal on your diploma that shows your dedication and achievement on applications for college and career.
To learn more about what you need to do to earn the Seal and how to apply, you can explore the tabs on this website or use the links below.
Are you curious about the criteria you need to meet in order to qualify?
Learn more about what you need to do to earn the State Seal of Civic Engagement (SSCE).
Are you a student ready to apply for the State Seal of Civic Engagement (SSCE)?
Find all the links to applications and recommendations forms you need to submit.
Are you an adult supporting students' civic engagement projects?
Learn more about SSCE and Youth Participatory Action Reseach (YPAR) Professional Development Opportunities.
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