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2003 SESSION
HB 1503 High school diplomas; civics education seal.
Introduced by: R. Steven Landes | all patrons ... notes | add to my profiles | history
SUMMARY AS PASSED:
High school diplomas; civics education seal. Directs the Board of Education, by July 1, 2003, to establish criteria for awarding a diploma seal for excellence in civics education and understanding of the state and federal constitutions and the democratic model of government for the standard and advanced studies diplomas. The Board must consider criteria for (i) successful completion of history, government, and civics courses, including courses that incorporate character education; (ii) voluntary participation in community service or extracurricular activities; and (iii) related requirements as it deems appropriate.
SUMMARY AS INTRODUCED:
High school diplomas; civics education seal. Directs the Board of Education, by July 1, 2003, to establish criteria for awarding a diploma seal for excellence in civics education and understanding of the state and federal constitutions and the democratic model of government for the standard and advanced studies diplomas. The Board must consider criteria for (i) successful completion of history, government, and civics courses, including courses that incorporate character education; (ii) voluntary participation in community service or extracurricular activities; and (iii) related requirements as it deems appropriate.