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The California State Board of Education has adopted criteria and guidance to award a State Seal of Civic Engagement to California students who demonstrate excellence in civics education and participation and an understanding of the United States Constitution, the California Constitution, and the democratic system of government.
The State Seal of Civic Engagement (SSCE) is an opportunity to enable all students, particularly those from marginalized communities, to have relevant, rigorous, and engaging learning opportunities. Such opportunities enable students to understand that each student matters and belongs in our democratic society and that they have the right and responsibility to make the world and their community a better place.
To qualify for the State Seal of Civic Engagement, juniors (11th) or seniors (12th) must meet the Tulare Joint Union High School District’s five criteria requirements and complete a portfolio of evidence. Additionally, students who submit this portfolio of evidence must present their portfolio in public to our educational community partners in the spring of each school year (date to be determined). Students who meet all of the requirements for the State Seal of Civic Engagement will have a seal placed on their diplomas upon graduation.
For more information on the State Seal of Civic Engagement, please visit the Civic Engagement page, which includes information about the State Seal of Civic Engagement, provides access to the requirements and criteria that need to be met, and includes a link to the portfolio slide deck to provide evidence of
completion along with a link to submit this information to be recognized.
Students who have further questions regarding the State Seal of Civic Engagement should speak directly with their social studies teacher or high school counselor.