The civic education policy framework and gap analysis tool are intended to guide state leaders as they address the complexities of preparing students for college, career and civic life. They allow for adaptation to state- and site-specific circumstances and may be adopted in whole or in piecemeal fashion, according to states' individual circumstances. In addition to the civic education policy framework and gap analysis tool, this resource includes examples to demonstrate how current state efforts are leading to significant, positive changes in civic education for all students, P-20.