2850-S AMH STEV GOWE 11

 

SHB 2850 - H AMD 1095 ADOPTED 2-15-94

By Representative Stevens and Dorn and others

     On page 9, after line 3, insert the following:

     "Sec. 10.  RCW 28A.150.210 and 1993 c 336 s 101 are each amended to read as follows:

     (1) The goal of the Basic Education Act for the schools of the state of Washington set forth in this chapter shall be to provide students with the opportunity to become responsible citizens, to contribute to their own economic well-being and to that of their families and communities, and to enjoy productive and satisfying lives.

     Certain basic values and character traits are integral to achieving student learning goals and it is important that they be integrated throughout kindergarten through grade twelve curriculum and instruction as determined by consensus at the local level.  While these basic values and character traits are not measurable as essential learning requirements or standards for graduation, they are essential for attaining individual liberty, fulfillment and happiness.

     These basic values and character traits include the importance  of:

     (a) Honesty, integrity and trust;

     (b) Respect for self and others;

     (c) Responsibility for personal actions and commitments;

     (d) Self-discipline and moderation;

     (e) Diligence and a positive work ethic;

     (f) Respect for law and authority;

     (g) Healthy and constructive behavior; and

     (h) Family as the basis of society.

     (2) To these ends, the goals of each school district, with the involvement of parents and community members, shall be to provide opportuni­ties for all students to develop the knowledge and skills essential to:

     (((1))) (a) Read with comprehension, write with skill, and communicate effectively and responsibly in a variety of ways and settings;

     (((2))) (b) Know and apply the core concepts and principles of mathematics; social, physical, and life sciences; civics and history; geography; arts; and health and fitness;

     (((3))) (c) Think analytically, logically, and creatively, and to integrate experience and knowledge to form reasoned judgments and solve problems; and

     (((4))) (d) Understand the importance of work and how performance, effort, and decisions directly affect future career and educational opportunities."

 

 

     Renumber the remaining sections consecutively and correct internal references accordingly.

 

 

 

EFFECT:  Declares that certain basic values and character traits, although not measurable as learning requirements or graduation standards, are integral to achieving student learning goals and encourages their integration in K-12 curriculum as determined at the local level.

 

 

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