Civic Education Standards Resources

The civic education mission of The Democracy Project includes recognition of Delaware’s desire to promote student achievement and engagement through thoughtful standards developed by teams of experts, classroom teachers, and community leaders. The Delaware civics standards serve as a foundation for curriculum planning and assessment throughout the state and are aimed at promoting effective, participatory citizenship.

Standards resources on this website:

• Delaware Civic Education Standards (88KB - PDF)
• the “benchmarks” that serve as the basis for state testing
  • K-3 | 4-5 | 6-8 | 9-12
• essential questions that flow from the benchmarks and guide instruction
  • K-3 | 4-5 | 6-8 | 9-12
• graphic organizers that guide analysis of the standards and allow for both scaffolding and differentiation

For more information, contact Fran O’Malley (302-831-8443).

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