Urging The Department Of Education To Require Students To Complete And Pass The Civics Portion Of The United States Citizenship Test In Order To Graduate From High School Or Obtain A High School Diploma.
Impact
If adopted, this resolution would significantly impact the state's high school graduation requirements, making it necessary for students to demonstrate their knowledge of civics to earn their diplomas. This measure is intended to encourage engagement and informed citizenship among young people by ensuring they possess a foundational understanding of the country’s governmental structure and rights.
Summary
HCR129 is a House Concurrent Resolution aimed at enhancing civics education in Hawaii by urging the Department of Education to require students to complete and pass the civics portion of the United States citizenship test in order to graduate from high school or obtain a high school diploma. This resolution takes inspiration from similar measures implemented in other states, such as Arizona, which was the first to mandate this requirement, promoting a deeper understanding of U.S. history, government, and constitutional principles among high school students in Hawaii.
Contention
While proponents of HCR129 argue that this requirement will foster civic responsibility and awareness among students, it could also lead to discussions about its feasibility and efficacy. Concerns may arise regarding the implementation of such a requirement, including the potential for additional testing burdens on students and educational resources within schools. The resolution suggests that the Department of Education allow opportunities for students to retake the test if necessary, which could mitigate some of these concerns but may also result in logistical challenges in schools.
Same As
Urging The Department Of Education To Require Students To Complete And Pass The Civics Portion Of The United States Citizenship Test In Order To Graduate From High School Or Obtain A High School Diploma.
Urging The Department Of Education To Require Students To Complete And Pass The Civics Portion Of The United States Citizenship Test In Order To Graduate From High School Or Obtain A High School Diploma.
A bill for an act requiring students to pass the United States citizenship and immigration services naturalization civics test as a condition of high school graduation and high school equivalency diplomas.(See HF 165.)
Requires students to pass test identical to United States Citizenship and Immigration Services civics test as part of high school graduation requirements.
A bill for an act requiring students to pass the United States citizenship and immigration services naturalization civics test as a condition of high school graduation and high school equivalency diplomas.(See SF 369.)