Civics Seal
Oklahoma's Civics Seal is a prestigious recognition awarded to students who demonstrate a strong understanding of civic knowledge, engagement and responsibility. Designed to promote active citizenship and informed participation in democratic processes, the Civic Seal celebrates students who go above and beyond in their studies of government, history, and community involvement.
Oklahoma's Civics Seal is a credential awarded by the Oklahoma State Department of Education (OSDE) to recognize and honor high school students who have attained a high level of civic knowledge and community involvement. The Civic Seals recognizes the student's readiness for career, college, and engagement as a global citizen.
Vist the Oklahoma State Department of Education's Civics Seal webpage for more information.
Oklahoma State Board of Education Rules for the civic seal:
Students who meet all the requirements listed below shall be recognized by the local school district and the State Board of Education with a Civics Seal. The Seal shall be noted on the student's transcript upon completion of eligibility requirements, and noted on the student's diploma upon graduation. The seal will be provided by the Oklahoma State Department of Education.
- Accumulate a 3.0 GPA in all social studies classes.
- Score 80% or higher on the United States Naturalization test.
- Score proficient or advanced on the College and Career Readiness Test for U.S. History/Government.
- Complete 75 hours of community service include a written reflection of experiences, as determined by district and subsequently school site policy.
- Complete 3 Civics Engagement Programs belonging to a curated list that is approved by the state board.
Information from Moore Public Schools:
Students interested in obtaining the Civic Seal should visit with their high school counselor.
Item 1 - The cumulative GPA of 3.0 should come from MPS's approved Social Studies Courses, an appropriate Social Studies concurrent enrollment course, and/or any appropriate Social Studies courses that are noted on a transcript transferred from another school or district.
Item 2 - MPS administers the U.S. Naturalization Test requirement within 8th grade as part of the U.S History: 1754-1877 course. If you took this test at a school before you transferred to MPS, you will need to have that school/district provide your score to high school's registrar. For more information, visit MPS's U.S. Naturalization Test - Information for Students and Families webpage.
Item 3 - MPS administers the CCRT for U.S. History/Government requirement within 11th grade as part of the U.S. History: 1878-Present course. For more information, visit MPS's Testing webpage.
Item 4 - Students may choose to complete their 75 hours of community service within a wide-range of options. These 75 hours must be completed during the 9th through 12th grade high school years. Community service hours completed as part of the service requirements within a school club/organization can also be counted as part of this 75 hour requirement. Community service hours completed as part of non-school related organizations, including faith communities or other private organizations, can also be counted. An appropriate written reflection on these community services hours will need to be provided.
Item 5 - Students must provide documentation of their participation within at least three "Civics Engagement Programs". These programs can include a wide range of civics oriented school clubs/organizations as well as civics oriented organizations found within the community at-large. The Oklahoma State Department of Education's Civics Seal webpage provides a suggested list of Civics Engagement Programs. Programs that are not on this list will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Activities that are directly related to the classroom environment (e.g., for credit as part of a class assignment) would not be considered.
