603.11 - Citizenship

Being a citizen of the United States, of Iowa and of the school district community entitles students to special privileges and protections as well as requiring the students to assume civic, economic and social responsibilities and to participate in their country, state and school district community in a manner that entitles them to keep these rights and privileges. 

As part of the education program, students will have an opportunity to learn about their rights, privileges, and responsibilities as citizens of this country, state and school district community. As part of this learning opportunity students are instructed in the elements of good citizenship and the role quality citizens play in their country, state and school district community. 

 

Legal Reference: Iowa Code §§ 256.11 

281 I.A.C. 12.3(6), 12.5(3)(b)-(5)(b). 

 

I.C. Iowa Code Description 

Iowa Code § 256.11 DE - Educational Standards 

 

I.A.C. Iowa Administrative Code Description 

281 I.A.C. 12.3 Administration 

281 I.A.C. 12.5 General Accreditation Standards - Education Program 

 

Cross References Description 

101 Educational Philosophy of the School District 

 

Approved: 6/20/2016, 9/20/2021, 10/21/2026

Reviewed: 10/21/2026

Revised: 10/21/2026