CA ACR154

Acknowledges and applauds Modesto City Schools for teaching a World Geography-World Religions class as a required grade 9 course for the past 15 years

Recommends that other school districts in California consider adopting this curriculum, which covers Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam

Notes the class emphasizes nine character traits including courage, honesty, loyalty, respect, responsibility, civility, compassion, initiative, and perseverance

Recognizes the program's success in helping Sikh students feel accepted, reducing bullying, and promoting understanding of religious diversity and First Amendment rights

Directs the Chief Clerk of the Assembly to distribute copies to the Legislature, State Superintendent of Public Instruction, county school superintendents, and interested organizations