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Assessment of Civic Knowledge

Assessment of Civic Knowledge. September 2019. Effective 2020-2021 School Year.

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Assessment of Civic Knowledge

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  1. Assessment of Civic Knowledge September 2019

  2. Effective 2020-2021 School Year A student with an individualized education program shall not be required to take the assessment administered under subsection (a)(1) if the provisions of the student's individualized education program indicate otherwise. …shall administer at least once to students during grades seven through twelve a locally developed assessment of United States history, government and civics that includes: the nature, purpose, principles and structure of United States constitutional democracy the principles, operations and documents of United States government the rights and responsibilities of citizenship

  3. Relevant Resources Courses of Study (Section 1605.1) Academic Standards for Civics and Government - Secondary Academic Standards for History – Secondary Practice Test 100 Civics Questions and Answers United States Citizenship and Immigration Services Test

  4. Defining the Assessment • Form of the Assessment • Manner in which the assessment shall be administered • Timeline for administration • At conclusion of the course of study required under Section 1605(a) or at the conclusion of another related course or instructional unit. • Issuing Certificate of Recognition

  5. Exploring the U.S. Citizenship Website The actual civics test is NOT a multiple choice test. United States Citizenship and Immigration Services Test Study Materials for the Civics Test • 100 Civics Questions and Answers • Flashcards • Videos • Study Booklets

  6. PDE Reporting Requirements At the conclusion of the 2020-2021 school year and at the conclusion of every second school year… • Type of assessment administered • Total number of students who took the assessment • Total number of students who attained a passing grade on the assessment • Grade level or levels in which the assessment was administered • Course or courses in which the assessment was administered

  7. Contact/Mission For questions re: Act 35 implementation, email c-jdyszel@pa.gov For more information on Act 35, visit the SAS website at http://www.pdesas.org/Page/Viewer/ViewPage/48 The mission of the Department of Education is to ensure that every learner has access to a world-class education system that academically prepares children and adults to succeed as productive citizens. Further, the Department seeks to establish a culture that is committed to improving opportunities throughout the commonwealth by ensuring that technical support, resources, and optimal learning environments are available for all students, whether children or adults.

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