Bill > S2253

This bill mandates the development of model curriculum units by the department of elementary and secondary education, in collaboration with a newly established youth advisory committee, to enhance civic engagement among students. These curriculum units, which must align with the history/social science curriculum framework and be completed by July 1, 2017, will cover topics such as the structure of government at local, state, and federal levels, the history of social movements, current events, and community action projects, including practical or experiential components like weekend programs or model United Nations, and will conclude with a voter registration drive, potentially offered as an extracurricular activity. The youth advisory committee will consist of representatives from various youth councils and organizations, and their input will be crucial throughout the curriculum development and evaluation process. Schools that adopt these model curriculum units will be considered to have met their civics education requirements as outlined in state law.