Washington HB1963 mandates a half-credit civics course for high school students, focusing on media literacy and civic education.

Washington HB1963 requires high school students to take a mandatory half-credit civics course, emphasizing media literacy and civic education. The course covers federal, state, tribal, and local government structures, the electoral process, and the impact of media on society. The Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction, in collaboration with nonprofits, will provide resources for this course, which must be reviewed every five years. The bill aims to address the challenges students face in distinguishing real news from misinformation and to foster informed civic engagement.

Washington HB1963 mandates a half-credit civics course for high school students, focusing on media literacy and civic education.

Washington HB1963 requires high school students to take a mandatory half-credit civics course, emphasizing media literacy and civic education. The course covers federal, state, tribal, and local government structures, the electoral process, and the impact of media on society. The Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction, in collaboration with nonprofits, will provide resources for this course, which must be reviewed every five years. The bill aims to address the challenges students face in distinguishing real news from misinformation and to foster informed civic engagement.