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Kings Park board hears proposals for 'Introduction to Law' and a four‑module 'Foundations for the Future' course

KINGS PARK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT Board of Education · December 8, 2025
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Summary

High‑school teachers proposed an 'Introduction to Law' course using a practical law textbook and mock‑trial components, and a modular 'Foundations for the Future' class covering financial literacy, civics, AI/digital literacy and professional skills; board praised the proposals and will consider them for credit and Seal of Civic Readiness alignment.

High‑school staff presented two new course proposals intended for upper‑grade students and to fulfill skills priorities for post‑secondary planning.

Michael Tartarmela, Esq., and high‑school faculty proposed "Introduction to Law," a one‑quarter course built around A Course in Practical Law that would cover criminal law, torts, contracts, consumer and family law, and constitutional topics; instructors…

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