O-N BOCES leads consortium on the Seal of Civic Readiness

Photos and information courtesy of Orleans/Niagara BOCES

The Orleans/Niagara BOCES’ CSIPD (Center for School Improvement and Development) Specialist Missy Lindner recently held a Seal of Civic Readiness Consortium.

Representatives from Lockport, Lyndonville, Starpoint, Royalton-Hartland, Niagara Wheatfield and Barker school districts as well as the Orleans/Niagara BOCES’ Niagara Academy attended.

“It was a great opportunity for the participating districts to collaborate regarding the Seal of Civic Readiness,” says Lindner.  “It was a very successful meeting and everyone walked away getting something out of the conversations.”

The Seal pushes students for a deeper commitment to participatory government, civil responsibility and civic values. It helps students learn how to identify and address problems in their community or school community, leading to a well-rounded individual who can demonstrate respect for the rights of others and strengthen their relationships with schools, students, families, civic leaders, organizations and community partners.

The Seal of Civic Readiness is a formal recognition put out by the New York State Board of Regents that shows a student has attained a high level of proficiency in terms of civic knowledge, civic skills, civic mindset, and civic experiences.  The Seal is then placed on a high school transcript and diploma.

 “We had some amazing opportunities presented to support each district and support the needs of their students related to civic engagement and the Seal of Civic Readiness,” Lindner said.