Alabama SB335 establishes the American History and Civics Excellence Initiative within the Department of Education.

Alabama SB335 creates the American History and Civics Excellence Initiative within the State Department of Education. This initiative includes an online course of study for high school teachers to complete for the American History and Civics Seal of Excellence Endorsement. Successful completion of the course may also qualify teachers for a one-time stipend of $3,000, subject to appropriation. The State Superintendent of Education appoints a program director, subject to Senate confirmation, to oversee the initiative. The State Board of Education is required to adopt rules for the initiative.

Alabama SB335 establishes the American History and Civics Excellence Initiative within the Department of Education.

Alabama SB335 creates the American History and Civics Excellence Initiative within the State Department of Education. This initiative includes an online course of study for high school teachers to complete for the American History and Civics Seal of Excellence Endorsement. Successful completion of the course may also qualify teachers for a one-time stipend of $3,000, subject to appropriation. The State Superintendent of Education appoints a program director, subject to Senate confirmation, to oversee the initiative. The State Board of Education is required to adopt rules for the initiative.