Mississippi SB2292 mandates civics courses in public and charter schools before high school graduation.
Mississippi SB2292 requires public and charter schools to teach standalone civics courses starting in the 2027-2028 school year. These courses focus on fostering democracy, increasing knowledge of government, and emphasizing federalism, separation of powers, and the Bill of Rights. The State Department of Education will prescribe the course of study and update standards to align with current civics scholarship. The courses aim to enhance students' critical thinking skills and understanding of civic life.
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