New York bill S06924 mandates two hours weekly of civics education for K-12 students, emphasizing practical applications and community contributions.

Bill S06924 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 applications and the impact 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. All pupils over the age of five attending public schools will receive this instruction.

New York bill S06924 mandates two hours weekly of civics education for K-12 students, emphasizing practical applications and community contributions.

Bill S06924 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 applications and the impact 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. All pupils over the age of five attending public schools will receive this instruction.