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Introduction to Character-Based Citizenship^®

Justice, Fairness & Equity
The Honorable George Nicholson, Associate Justice, Court of Appeal, Third District

Back to School with Character
Dr. Joseph Maloney, Executive Director, Center for Youth Citizenship

Scorecard for Good Citizenship Results

The Honorable George Nicholson, Associate Justice, Court of Appeal, Third District, shared his perspective, as a Justice and active community leader, on California Education Code 233.5(s), and the importance of developing citizens with good character.

CA Education Code
Section 233.5(s)

EC Section 233.5 is the heart of character and citizenship education authority. It reads as follows:

“Each teacher shall endeavor to impress upon the minds of the pupils the principles of morality, truth, justice, patriotism, and a true comprehension of the rights, duties, and dignity of American citizenship, and the meaning of equality and human dignity, including the promotion of harmonious relations, kindness toward domestic pets and the humane treatment of living creatures, to teach them to avoid idleness, profanity, and falsehood, and to instruct them in manners and morals and the principles of a free government. “

What Participants Said

I loved the “sensitive” discussion of race relations that the Judge courageously conducted. It was good to put the scorecard high on the agenda so that people can realize its importance.

I learned the positive aspects of each program component.

I like the philosophy and basis of the program.

The room is full of knowledgeable, creative people…very enjoyable.