Madera Elementary School
CIVIC LEADERSHIP
CIVIC LEADERSHIP
Civic Leadership Vision Statement
Resources
Guidebook: Six Proven Practices for Effective Civic Learning
Guardian of Democracy: the Civic Mission of Schools
Revitalizing K-12 Civic Learning in California
California Social Studies Framework
Six Practices for Effective Civic Learning
- Classroom Instruction
- Discussion of Current Events
- Service Learning
- Extracurricular Activities
- School Governance
- Simulations of Democratic Processes
Benefits
- Fosters civic knowledge, skills and attitudes
- Promotes civic equality
- Builds 21st Century Skills
- Improves School Climate
- Increases Student Engagement