SB1605 amends Illinois high school graduation requirements, including vocational education and civics courses.
SB1605 amends the Illinois School Code to adjust high school graduation requirements. Beginning with the 2025-2026 school year, agricultural education, agricultural business, or any other course related to agriculture satisfies the vocational education requirement. Additionally, beginning with the 2024-2025 school year, students must complete a civics course focusing on government institutions, current issues, service learning, and simulations of the democratic process.
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