Civic Learning Awards

civic learning award logoThe awards recognize and celebrate public schools K-12 who demonstrate a commitment to providing rich civic learning opportunities for students. 

The awards are part of a statewide collaborative effort aimed at revitalizing civic education for all California students. The program is coordinated by the Power of Democracy Civic Learning Initiative, a body of state and federal jurists, members of the State Bar, educators, and students appointed by the Chief Justice.

The Civic Learning Awards were first presented in 2012 and have recognized more than 400 public schools of all grade levels across California.

 

About the Awards
The Chief Justice of California and State Superintendent of Public Instruction co-sponsor the Civic Learning Awards for California public schools. The award identifies replicable high-quality models and practices, and recognizes schools’ civic learning efforts. To apply, schools describe how they incorporate the six research-based proven practices in civic learning, as outlined in the Guardians of Democracy Report. Emphasis is placed on the depth and breadth of their efforts, and most award-winning schools require their entire student body receive at least one high-quality civic education experience during the school year.

 

  Elementary School Middle School High School
Excellence Maple Creek Elementary School | Fresno, CA Dale Junior High School | Anaheim, CA Gilbert High School | Anaheim, CA
Distinction Palm Elementary School | Hacienda Heights, CA Maywood Center for Enriched Studies | Maywood, CA Innovations Academy | Rancho Cordova, CA
Merit  Dry Creek Elementary School; Garfield Elementary School;  Los Robles Academy;  Nelson Elementary School Natomas Pacific Pathways Middle School;  Orange Grove Middle School;  Sierra Vista Middle School;  South Junior High School Anaheim High School;  Natomas Pacific Pathways (NP3);  Norte Vista High School;  Vista Del Lago High School

 

Honorable Mentions

Red Bank Elementary School, Kings River High School, Golden Charter Academy, Del Valle Elementary, Workman Elementary School, Pantera Elementary School, Sparks Middle School, La Puente High School, Centralia Elementary School, Sycamore Junior High School, Ball Junior High School, Katella High School, Cordova High School, Folsom High School, Kairos Public Schools, Royal High School

See the full News Release | Announcement Video


Important Dates:

September (Constitution Month) 2023 Award of Excellence visits by Chief Justice

March 1, 2024: Applications open for 2023-2024 Civic Learning Awards