Civics Education

Civic Learning Award 

The Civic Learning Award, co-sponsored by Chief Justice Tani Cantil-Sakauye, celebrates public schools' efforts to engage students in civic learning. Visit our Civic Learning Award page for more information. 

Judges in the Classroom

Judges in the Classroom is a pilot program that matches California teachers with judges who can visit their K-12 classrooms to assist with students' inquiries into the judicial branch, the Constitution, rule of law, and related topics. 

Downloadable handouts about the 3 Branches of Government can be used in any classroom! 

Elementary School
Middle School
High School

Civic Learning Partnerships

Civic Learning Partnerships are independent county efforts to promote civic education. See the Civic Learning Partnership Toolkit to learn about the original pilots and how to get involved in your local county partnership. 

Other Lessons and Resources

California on My Honor (COMH) was a professional development opportunity for teachers to learn about the California courts. Click here to access lessons and resources developed by COMH teachers.

This California Department of Education website has more law-related education resources: My Digital Chalkboard.