NYS Seal Civic Readiness

A formal recognition is awarded with a candidate’s high school transcript & diplomas. To acquire the seal of civic readiness at graduation, students must successfully demonstrate their understanding and proficiency in civic knowledge, skills, responsibility, value engagement, and commitment to participation in government.  Earning the NYS Seal of Civic Readiness demonstrates to future universities, colleges, and employers that, as a student, you a were engaged in meaningful civic experiential scholarship.

Criteria to Earn the NYS Seal of Civic Readiness Must complete all requirements for a NYS local or Regents diploma

Total of SIX Points 

Civic Knowledge at least TWO Points

Civic Participation at least TWO Points

Completion of Capstone Project earns points

List of Seal Requirements to Grade

Steps Worksheets

Seal Worksheets

Seal Service Verification Forms

Seal Reflection Essay

Reflective Essay Rubric

Seal Presentation Template

Presentation Outline

Seal PRESENTATION Rubric

LHS Seal Civic Readiness Rubric PRESENTATION

LHS Seal Civic Readiness Student Rubric Worksheet