SJR006 | Joint Resolution Promoting the 3rs Framework of Rights, Responsibility, and Respect in Classrooms

Description

General Description:

This resolution highlights the 3Rs framework, which is inspired by principles of the religion clauses of the First Amendment to the United States Constitution, acknowledges the role of public school educators in preparing students for their civic responsibilities, and encourages the State Board of Education to support the state's public school educators in accessing instructional materials that support the 3Rs framework of rights, responsibility, and respect.

Highlighted Provisions:

This resolution:
19          ▸     highlights the principles of the 3Rs framework, inspired by the religion clauses of
20     the First Amendment to the United States Constitution, which includes the
21     following:
22               •     every person has rights;
23               •     every person has the responsibility to protect the rights of others; and
24               •     we honor the human dignity of others when we respectfully engage in civil
25     discourse;
26          ▸     recognizes the value of public school educators using the 3Rs framework as a tool
27     to prepare students to successfully navigate differences in American society and
28     dispel contempt in civic discourse;
29          ▸     acknowledges the role of public school educators in preparing students for their
30     civic responsibilities;
31          ▸     encourages the State Board of Education to support educators in accessing teaching
32     resources that support the 3Rs framework; and
33          ▸     acknowledges that the proper treatment of religion in public school settings will
34     prepare Utah's students to be champions of the First Amendment to the United
35     States Constitution.

Bill Details

Bill Number:

SJR006

Year:

2022

Status:

Senate/ filed

Last Action:

Mar 04, 2022

Fiscal Note

Fiscal Note Amount:

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Utah PTA Response

Utah PTA Position

Support

Impact on Children:

A focus on the 3 Rs will allow students to learn how to engage civilly with those they disagree with. Students will participate in discussions with classroom teachers acting as neutral guides through difficult discussions and serving as facilitators of student expression and exploration of current events and ideas, which provides space for strong disagreement without attacks.

Commission:

Individual Development

Utah PTA Public Policy Program

National PTA and Utah PTA Position Statements:

Utah PTA Position Statement ID 2022-1 Character Development through Civic Education

Resolved, That Utah PTA and its constituent associations promote character development through civic education and the development of civic disposition by encouraging families to provide opportunities for students to discuss current events and civic issues in their home, participate in service and community outreach projects, and to engage civilly and respectfully in the community; and be it further

Resolved, That Utah PTA and its constituent associations encourage civic engagement through educational campaigns regarding voter registration, forums on candidates and policies, and discussions where a variety of diverse perspectives are shared and reflect the backgrounds and circumstances of diverse students;