New York A01857 mandates a minimum of two hours per week of civics instruction in public schools from kindergarten through grade twelve.

New York A01857 amends the education law to require the public school curriculum for children in kindergarten through grade twelve to include a minimum of two hours per week instruction in civics lessons. The instruction will emphasize practical application and the impact of lessons on students' lives and communities. The boards of education and trustees of the cities and school districts of the state must ensure this instruction is given by teachers starting from the 2025-2026 school year. The act takes effect immediately.

New York A01857 mandates a minimum of two hours per week of civics instruction in public schools from kindergarten through grade twelve.

New York A01857 amends the education law to require the public school curriculum for children in kindergarten through grade twelve to include a minimum of two hours per week instruction in civics lessons. The instruction will emphasize practical application and the impact of lessons on students' lives and communities. The boards of education and trustees of the cities and school districts of the state must ensure this instruction is given by teachers starting from the 2025-2026 school year. The act takes effect immediately.