California Civic Learning Initiative and California State Seal of Civic Engagement

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The California Civic Learning Initiative is a coalition of organizations and agencies dedicated to improving and expanding civic learning across California, helping all students earn the California State Seal of Civic Engagement.

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I gained a deeper understanding of how to teach Civics while being supported in successfully nurturing my students to achieve the California State Seal of Civic Engagement.  We all celebrated our learnings and accomplishments!

–Educator
Lead Partners

Coalition Agencies, will:

  • Help educators prioritize civic learning at the state and local levels of public schools.
  • Provide high-quality curriculum materials and teacher professional development aligned to proven practices in civic learning.
  • Ensure more students are given the opportunity to earn the seal on their high school diplomas.

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Coalition Agencies
Events

21st Annual Constitution Day Mini-Conference

Workshops and Classroom Resources for Elementary, Middle, and High School Teachers
September 6, 2025 (8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.)
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library & Museum, 40 Presidential Drive, Simi Valley, CA 93065

Co-sponsored by The Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute, Teach Democracy, Center for Civic Education, Los Angeles County Office of Education, Ventura County Office of Education, Simi Valley Unified School District, and Moorpark Unified School District.

Resources

California Department of Education

Background information on the State Seal of Civic Engagement, detailed information on the criteria for achieving the seal, along with implementation guidance and implementation resources for local educational agencies (LEAs).

Teach Democracy

Resources to assist teachers in helping students demonstrate productive academic workt, as well as competence in understanding the U.S. Constitution; tribal government; the role of citizens in constitutional democracy; and democratic principles, concepts, and processes.

Civic Engagement Research Group (CERG)

Resources aligned to the criteria for the State Seal of Civic Engagement to support students in being recognized and celebrated for their civic engagement.

Integrated Action Civics Project

Instructional resources dedicated to the State Seal of Civic Engagement available for Grades 4 – 12.

Contact/More Information

Dr. Michelle Herczog​
Chair Leading CCLI Practice Work
Californians for Civic Learning 

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