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This chapter is named the Public Education Facilities Bond Act of 1996 and may be cited by that name. This section lets California education entities and teacher-training institutions make agreements or contracts to exchange or assign personnel, with assignments limited to one year. A specified $2,012,035,000 of bond proceeds must be deposited into the State School Building Lease-Purchase Fund. Money in the State School Building Lease-Purchase Fund must be used to provide aid and reimburse specified education and bond-expense funds. An agreement under Section 10000 must allow certain California State University and district teaching employees to take on each other’s duties.

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  1. 5019.5.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 4. ELECTIONS [5000 - 5442] ( Part 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Election of School District Board Members [5000 - 5095] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Elections [5000 - 5033] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    School district and community college district governing boards must adopt trustee area boundaries after each decennial federal census, and multiple-member trustee areas must be drawn so populations are substantially proportional.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 4. ELECTIONS [5000 - 5442] ( Part 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Election of School District Board Members [5000 - 5095] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Elections [5000 - 5033] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 5019.5. (a) Following each decennial federal census, the governing board of each school district or community college district in which trustee areas have been established shall adopt trustee area boundaries pursuant to Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 21100) of Division 21 of the Elections Code. (b) Notwithstanding subdivision (a) of Section 21130 of the Elections Code, if a school district or community college district has one or more multiple-member trustee areas, the governing board shall adopt the boundaries of the areas of the district so that the population of each area is substantially the same proportion of the total population of the district as the ratio that the number of governing board members elected from the area bears to the total number of members of the governing board, as required by the United States Constitution. Substantial proportionality of population shall be based on the total population of residents as provided in paragraphs (1) and (2) of subdivision (a) of Section 21130 of the Elections Code. (c) Except as provided in subdivision (a), the authority to establish or abolish trustee areas, rearrange the boundaries of trustee areas, increase or decrease the number of members of the governing board, or adopt any method of electing governing board members may be exercised only as otherwise provided under this article and Division 21 (commencing with Section 21000) of the Elections Code, as applicable. (Amended by Stats. 2023, Ch. 343, Sec. 7. (AB 764) Effective January 1, 2024.)
  2. 5020.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 4. ELECTIONS [5000 - 5442] ( Part 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Election of School District Board Members [5000 - 5095] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Elections [5000 - 5033] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    This section sets how proposals about school district trustee areas, board size, and election methods are put before voters, including petition thresholds and ballot formatting rules.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 4. ELECTIONS [5000 - 5442] ( Part 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Election of School District Board Members [5000 - 5095] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Elections [5000 - 5033] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 5020. (a) (1) The resolution of the county committee approving a proposal to establish or abolish trustee areas, to adopt one of the alternative methods of electing governing board members specified in Section 5030, or to increase or decrease the number of members of the governing board shall constitute an order of election, and the proposal shall be presented to the electors of the district not later than the next succeeding election for members of the governing board. (2) Notwithstanding paragraph (1), a county committee may, by resolution, approve a proposal to establish trustee areas and to elect governing board members using district-based elections, as defined in subdivision (b) of Section 14026 of the Elections Code, without being required to submit the resolution to the electors of the district for approval. A resolution adopted pursuant to this paragraph shall include a declaration that the change in the method of electing members of the governing body is being made in furtherance of the purposes of the California Voting Rights Act of 2001 (Chapter 1.5 (commencing with Section 14025) of Division 14 of the Elections Code). The resolution shall take effect upon adoption and shall govern all elections for governing board members occurring at least 125 days after the adoption of the resolution. (b) If a petition requesting an election on a proposal to rearrange trustee area boundaries is filed, containing at least 5 percent of the signatures of the district’s registered voters as determined by the elections official, the proposal shall be presented to the electors of the district, at the next succeeding election for the members of the governing board, at the next succeeding statewide primary or general election, or at the next succeeding regularly scheduled election at which the electors of the district are otherwise entitled to vote if there is sufficient time to place the issue on the ballot. The rearranged trustee areas shall comply with the criteria and requirements in Section 21130 of the Elections Code. (c) If a petition requesting an election on a proposal to establish or abolish trustee areas, to increase or decrease the number of members of the board, or to adopt one of the alternative methods of electing governing board members specified in Section 5030 is filed, containing at least 10 percent of the signatures of the district’s registered voters as determined by the elections official, the proposal shall be presented to the electors of the district, at the next succeeding election for the members of the governing board, at the next succeeding statewide primary or general election, or at the next succeeding regularly scheduled election at which the electors of the district are otherwise entitled to vote if there is sufficient time to place the issue on the ballot. Before the proposal is presented to the electors, the county committee on school district organization may call and conduct one or more public hearings on the proposal. (d) The resolution of the county committee approving a proposal to establish or abolish a common governing board for a high school and an elementary school district within the boundaries of the high school district shall constitute an order of election. The proposal shall be presented to the electors of the district at the next succeeding statewide primary or general election, or at the next succeeding regularly scheduled election at which the electors of the district are otherwise entitled to vote if there is sufficient time to place the issue on the ballot. (e) (1) For each proposal there shall be a separate proposition on the ballot. The ballot shall contain the following words: “Shall trustee areas be established (or abolished or rearranged) in ____ (insert name) School District?” “Shall the number of members of the governing board of ____ (insert name) School District be increased from five to seven?” “Shall the number of members of the governing board of ____ (insert name) School District be decreased from seven to five?” “Shall each member of the governing board of the ____ (insert name) School District be elected by the registered voters of the entire _____ (insert name) School District?” “Shall one member of the governing board of the ____ (insert name) School District residing in each trustee area be elected by the registered voters in that trustee area?” “Shall one member, or more than one member for one or more trustee areas, of the governing board of the ____ (insert name) School District residing in each trustee area be elected by the registered voters of the entire ____ (insert name) School District?” “Shall a common governing board in the ____ (insert name) School District and the ____ (insert name) School District be established (or abolished)?” (2) To the right of or below the words describing each proposal to be voted on, the words “Yes” and “No” shall be printed on separate lines, with voting targets. If a voter marks the voting target next to the printed word “Yes,” the voter’s vote shall be counted in favor of the adoption of the proposal. If the voter marks the voting target next to the printed word “No,” the voter’s vote shall be counted against its adoption. (f) If more than one proposal appears on the ballot, all must carry in order for any to become effective, except as follows: (1) A proposal to adopt one of the methods of election of board members specified in Section 5030 that is approved by the voters shall become effective unless a proposal that is inconsistent with that proposal has been approved by a greater number of voters. (2) An inconsistent proposal approved by a lesser number of voters than the number which have approved a proposal to adopt one of the methods of election of board members specified in Section 5030 shall not be effective. (Amended by Stats. 2025, Ch. 303, Sec. 2. (AB 1512) Effective January 1, 2026.)
  3. 5021.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 4. ELECTIONS [5000 - 5442] ( Part 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Election of School District Board Members [5000 - 5095] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Elections [5000 - 5033] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    This section says how school board seats are handled after trustee-area changes: current incumbents finish their terms, later members are elected under the new setup, and the county committee may draw lots when needed.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 4. ELECTIONS [5000 - 5442] ( Part 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Election of School District Board Members [5000 - 5095] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Elections [5000 - 5033] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 5021. (a) If a proposal for the establishment of trustee areas formulated under Sections 5019 and 5020 is approved by a majority of the voters voting at the election, or by the county committee on school district organization when no election is required, any affected incumbent board member shall serve out the board member’s term of office and succeeding board members shall be nominated and elected in accordance with Section 5030. If two or more trustee areas are established at an election that are not represented in the membership of the governing board of the school district or community college district, the county committee shall determine by lot the trustee area from which the nomination and election for the next vacancy on the governing board shall be made. (b) If a proposal for rearrangement of boundaries is approved by a majority of the voters voting on the measure, or by the county committee when no election is required, or by the board, and if the boundary changes affect the board membership, any affected incumbent board member shall serve out the board member’s term of office and that member shall continue to represent the constituents residing in the area boundaries from which the member was elected for the duration of that term of office. Succeeding board members shall be nominated and elected in accordance with Section 5030. This section does not prevent a board from assigning a trustee or school district or community college district official to provide constituent services to residents of an area that is temporarily not represented by a trustee due to redistricting. (c) If a proposal for abolishing trustee areas is approved by a majority of the voters voting at the election, the incumbent board members shall serve out their terms of office and succeeding board members shall be nominated and elected at large from the district. (Amended by Stats. 2023, Ch. 343, Sec. 10. (AB 764) Effective January 1, 2024.)
  4. 5022.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 4. ELECTIONS [5000 - 5442] ( Part 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Election of School District Board Members [5000 - 5095] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Elections [5000 - 5033] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    If a school district board increases from five to seven members, the district governing board must appoint the two additional trustees.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 4. ELECTIONS [5000 - 5442] ( Part 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Election of School District Board Members [5000 - 5095] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Elections [5000 - 5033] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 5022. If the number of members of the governing board is increased from five to seven, the two additional members of the board of trustees shall be appointed by the governing board of the district, with the term of one of those two additional appointees being designated to expire on the first Friday in December of the next succeeding odd-numbered year and the term of the other appointee being designated to expire on the first Friday in December of the second succeeding odd-numbered year. (Amended by Stats. 1992, Ch. 970, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 1993.)
  5. 5023.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 4. ELECTIONS [5000 - 5442] ( Part 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Election of School District Board Members [5000 - 5095] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Elections [5000 - 5033] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    When a district is annexed, the county committee must study and recommend trustee-area changes for the enlarged district.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 4. ELECTIONS [5000 - 5442] ( Part 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Election of School District Board Members [5000 - 5095] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Elections [5000 - 5033] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 5023. (a) Whenever an elementary, high school, or unified school district, or a portion of any such district, is annexed to another school district in which trustee areas have been established, the county committee on school district organization of the county having jurisdiction over the annexing district shall study and make recommendations with respect to trustee areas of the annexing district as enlarged. If the recommendations include moving territory from an existing trustee area in the annexing district to another trustee area of the annexing district, the recommendations shall comply with the criteria and requirements in Section 21130 of the Elections Code. Procedures contained in Section 5019 shall be used for purposes of this section. (b) Recommendations adopted under provisions of subdivision (a), if approved by the electors, shall become effective on the same date that the annexing district as enlarged becomes effective for all purposes. (Amended by Stats. 2023, Ch. 343, Sec. 11. (AB 764) Effective January 1, 2024.)
  6. 5024.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 4. ELECTIONS [5000 - 5442] ( Part 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Election of School District Board Members [5000 - 5095] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Elections [5000 - 5033] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The county committee may provide that an election to elect trustees is held at the same time as the election to change trustee areas.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 4. ELECTIONS [5000 - 5442] ( Part 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Election of School District Board Members [5000 - 5095] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Elections [5000 - 5033] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 5024. The county committee may provide that an election to elect trustees, pursuant to its recommendations under Section 5023, shall be held at the same time as is held the election to effect a change in trustee areas. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  7. 5025.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 4. ELECTIONS [5000 - 5442] ( Part 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Election of School District Board Members [5000 - 5095] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Elections [5000 - 5033] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    If a trustee area has too many representatives after certain trustee-area actions, the county superintendent of schools must choose by lot which representatives give up their offices.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 4. ELECTIONS [5000 - 5442] ( Part 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Election of School District Board Members [5000 - 5095] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Elections [5000 - 5033] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 5025. If an election is called or a resolution of the county committee approving a proposal to establish trustee areas is adopted, as applicable, pursuant to Section 5020, the county superintendent of schools having jurisdiction shall, as to each trustee area having more than its allotted number of representatives in the membership of the governing board for the next succeeding school year, determine by lot which of said representatives shall relinquish their offices either immediately upon the election and qualification of the governing board members who are elected as provided in Section 5024 or on the first day of April next succeeding the election or the adoption of the resolution, as applicable, establishing trustee areas in the district, whichever is the later. (Amended by Stats. 2021, Ch. 139, Sec. 5. (SB 442) Effective January 1, 2022.)
  8. 5026.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 4. ELECTIONS [5000 - 5442] ( Part 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Election of School District Board Members [5000 - 5095] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Elections [5000 - 5033] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    Members elected to fill certain vacancies must serve the rest of the terminated term, and the county committee must assign by lot the expiring term for each newly formed trustee area.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 4. ELECTIONS [5000 - 5442] ( Part 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Election of School District Board Members [5000 - 5095] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Elections [5000 - 5033] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 5026. Members elected to fill vacancies created pursuant to Section 5025 shall serve out the unexpired term of the office that was terminated. The county committee shall designate by lot for each newly formed trustee area the expiring term of office for which a member shall be elected. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  9. 5027.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 4. ELECTIONS [5000 - 5442] ( Part 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Election of School District Board Members [5000 - 5095] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Elections [5000 - 5033] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    If a county high school district matches the county boundaries, the board must be made up of one member from each supervisorial district, and the district may not use a separate redistricting process.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 4. ELECTIONS [5000 - 5442] ( Part 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Election of School District Board Members [5000 - 5095] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Elections [5000 - 5033] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 5027. Notwithstanding Section 5019, Section 5019.5, or Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 21100) of Division 21 of the Elections Code, whenever the boundaries of a county high school district are coterminous with the boundaries of a county, the board shall consist of one member from each supervisorial district in the county elected at large from the district, and the high school district shall not go through a redistricting process separate from the process for redistricting the county board of supervisors. (Amended by Stats. 2023, Ch. 343, Sec. 12. (AB 764) Effective January 1, 2024.)
  10. 5028.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 4. ELECTIONS [5000 - 5442] ( Part 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Election of School District Board Members [5000 - 5095] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Elections [5000 - 5033] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    Certain community college districts must elect one board member from each trustee area, and the governing board must redraw trustee-area boundaries after each federal decennial census.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 4. ELECTIONS [5000 - 5442] ( Part 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Election of School District Board Members [5000 - 5095] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Elections [5000 - 5033] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 5028. In every community college district that was divided into five trustee areas on or before September 7, 1955, one member of the board shall be elected from each trustee area by the registered voters of the trustee area. Following each federal decennial census, the governing board shall, by resolution, adopt boundaries for all of the trustee areas pursuant to Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 21100) of Division 21 of the Elections Code. (Amended by Stats. 2023, Ch. 343, Sec. 13. (AB 764) Effective January 1, 2024.)
  11. 5029.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 4. ELECTIONS [5000 - 5442] ( Part 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Election of School District Board Members [5000 - 5095] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Elections [5000 - 5033] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    If a community college trustee ward boundary line lies on an election precinct boundary line and that precinct boundary changes, the district governing board must adjust the ward line to match the precinct lines where possible, at least 120 days before any trustee election.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 4. ELECTIONS [5000 - 5442] ( Part 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Election of School District Board Members [5000 - 5095] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Elections [5000 - 5033] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 5029. Notwithstanding Section 5028, when a community college trustee ward boundary line falls upon an election precinct boundary line, and the election precinct boundary line is changed pursuant to Chapter 3 (commencing with Section 12200) of Division 12 of the Elections Code, the governing board of the district shall, at least 120 days prior to any trustee election, change the ward boundary line to conform to precinct boundary lines, where possible. (Amended by Stats. 1994, Ch. 923, Sec. 12. Effective January 1, 1995.)
  12. 5030.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 4. ELECTIONS [5000 - 5442] ( Part 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Election of School District Board Members [5000 - 5095] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Elections [5000 - 5033] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    Certain district actors may recommend alternate methods for electing governing board members, and in small counties the county committee or county board of education may amend the required provision by resolution.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 4. ELECTIONS [5000 - 5442] ( Part 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Election of School District Board Members [5000 - 5095] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Elections [5000 - 5033] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 5030. Except as provided in Sections 5027 and 5028, in any school district or community college district having trustee areas, the county committee on school district organization and the registered voters of a district, pursuant to Sections 5019 and 5020, respectively, may at any time recommend one of the following alternate methods of electing governing board members: (a) That each member of the governing board be elected by the registered voters of the entire district. (b) That one or more members residing in each trustee area be elected by the registered voters of that particular trustee area. (c) That each governing board member be elected by the registered voters of the entire school district or community college district, but reside in the trustee area which he or she represents. The recommendation shall provide that any affected incumbent member shall serve out his or her term of office and that succeeding board members shall be nominated and elected in accordance with the method recommended by the county committee. Whenever trustee areas are established in a district, provision shall be made for one of the alternative methods of electing governing board members. In counties with a population of less than 25,000, the county committee on school district organization or the county board of education, if it has succeeded to the duties of the county committee, may at any time, by resolution, with respect to trustee areas established for any school district, other than a community college district, amend the provision required by this section without additional approval by the electors, to require one of the alternate methods for electing board members to be utilized. (Amended by Stats. 1992, Ch. 350, Sec. 3. Effective January 1, 1993.)
  13. 5030.5.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 4. ELECTIONS [5000 - 5442] ( Part 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Election of School District Board Members [5000 - 5095] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Elections [5000 - 5033] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    In the Sweetwater Union High School District, board members may be elected using a Section 5019-approved method that requires each office to be identified, each candidate to choose only one office, and each office to be filled by voters of the entire district.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 4. ELECTIONS [5000 - 5442] ( Part 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Election of School District Board Members [5000 - 5095] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Elections [5000 - 5033] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 5030.5. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the members of the governing board in the Sweetwater Union High School District may be elected under a method, as approved pursuant to Section 5019, that would require all of the following: (a) That each membership position on the governing board be identified, by number or otherwise. (b) That each person seeking election to the governing board be required to declare his or her candidacy for only one of those identified membership positions. (c) That each of those identified membership positions on the governing board be filled by the election of registered voters of the entire district. (Added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 37, Sec. 1. Effective April 3, 1990.)
  14. 5030.6.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 4. ELECTIONS [5000 - 5442] ( Part 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Election of School District Board Members [5000 - 5095] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Elections [5000 - 5033] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The Chula Vista Elementary School District board may be elected using an approved method that identifies each board seat, limits each candidate to one seat, and elects each seat with votes from the whole district.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 4. ELECTIONS [5000 - 5442] ( Part 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Election of School District Board Members [5000 - 5095] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Elections [5000 - 5033] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 5030.6. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the members of the governing board of the Chula Vista Elementary School District may be elected under a method, as approved pursuant to Section 5019, that would require all of the following: (a) That each membership position on the governing board be identified, by number or otherwise. (b) That each person seeking election to the governing board be required to declare his or her candidacy for only one of those identified membership positions. (c) That each of those identified membership positions on the governing board be filled by an election that includes the registered voters of the entire district. (Added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 76, Sec. 1. Effective May 20, 1994.)
  15. 5030.7.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 4. ELECTIONS [5000 - 5442] ( Part 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Election of School District Board Members [5000 - 5095] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Elections [5000 - 5033] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The governing board of the Santee Elementary School District may be elected using an approved method if the board seats are identified, candidates run for only one seat, and each seat is elected by voters from the entire district.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 4. ELECTIONS [5000 - 5442] ( Part 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Election of School District Board Members [5000 - 5095] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Elections [5000 - 5033] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 5030.7. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the members of the governing board of the Santee Elementary School District may be elected under a method, as approved pursuant to Section 5019, that would require all of the following: (a) That each membership position on the governing board be identified, by number or otherwise. (b) That each person seeking election to the governing board be required to declare his or her candidacy for only one of those identified membership positions. (c) That each of those identified membership positions on the governing board be filled by an election that includes the registered voters of the entire district. (Added by Stats. 1996, Ch. 48, Sec. 1. Effective May 15, 1996.)
  16. 5031.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 4. ELECTIONS [5000 - 5442] ( Part 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Election of School District Board Members [5000 - 5095] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Elections [5000 - 5033] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The county superintendent must keep boundary maps and a record of county committee actions for trustee area boundaries, and the district must pay related map-preparation costs when a boundary-change proposal is approved.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 4. ELECTIONS [5000 - 5442] ( Part 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Election of School District Board Members [5000 - 5095] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Elections [5000 - 5033] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 5031. Whenever a school district or community college district is divided for governing board membership purposes into wards, supervisorial districts, or trustee areas, the county superintendent of schools shall prepare and keep in his or her office a map showing the boundaries of such subdivisions of all districts under his or her jurisdiction. Whenever a proposal to initiate a change in trustee area boundaries is submitted to a county committee on school district organization pursuant to Section 5019 by resolution of the governing board of a district, and the proposal is approved, the costs of preparing, developing, and duplicating the maps and legal descriptions shall be borne by the district. The county superintendent shall also prepare and keep in his or her office a record of all actions taken by the county committee on district organization in connection with trustee area boundaries. (Amended by Stats. 1982, Ch. 678, Sec. 1.)
  17. 5033.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 4. ELECTIONS [5000 - 5442] ( Part 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Election of School District Board Members [5000 - 5095] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Elections [5000 - 5033] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    A school board member from a district included in a unified school district may not also serve on the unified school district board unless elected to that board.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 4. ELECTIONS [5000 - 5442] ( Part 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Election of School District Board Members [5000 - 5095] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Elections [5000 - 5033] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 5033. A member of the governing board of a district wholly or partially included in a unified school district formed under the provisions of Chapter 4 (commencing with Section 35700) of Part 21 of Division 3 of Title 2 shall not be a member of the governing board of the unified school district unless elected to that governing board. (Amended by Stats. 2014, Ch. 327, Sec. 1. (AB 1599) Effective January 1, 2015.)
  18. 5090.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 4. ELECTIONS [5000 - 5442] ( Part 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Election of School District Board Members [5000 - 5095] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Vacancies [5090 - 5095] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    This section says when vacancies exist on certain school district and community college district boards, and when a resignation becomes effective and irrevocable.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 4. ELECTIONS [5000 - 5442] ( Part 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Election of School District Board Members [5000 - 5095] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Vacancies [5090 - 5095] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 5090. Vacancies on school district governing boards or community college district boards are caused by any of the events specified in Section 1770 of the Government Code, or by a failure to elect. A vacancy resulting from resignation occurs when the written resignation is filed with the county superintendent of schools having jurisdiction over the district, except where a deferred effective date is specified in the resignation so filed, in which case the resignation shall become effective on that date. A written resignation, whether specifying a deferred effective date or otherwise, shall, upon being filed with the county superintendent of schools be irrevocable. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  19. 5091.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 4. ELECTIONS [5000 - 5442] ( Part 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Election of School District Board Members [5000 - 5095] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Vacancies [5090 - 5095] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    This section requires the school board to act within 60 days after a vacancy or deferred resignation by ordering an election or making a provisional appointment, and sets petition rules for triggering a special election.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 4. ELECTIONS [5000 - 5442] ( Part 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Election of School District Board Members [5000 - 5095] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Vacancies [5090 - 5095] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 5091. (a) (1) If a vacancy occurs, or if a resignation has been filed with the county superintendent of schools containing a deferred effective date, the school district or community college district governing board shall, within 60 days of the vacancy or the filing of the deferred resignation, either order an election or make a provisional appointment to fill the vacancy. A governing board member may not defer the effective date of the member’s resignation for more than 60 days after the member files the resignation with the county superintendent of schools. (2) In the event that a governing board fails to make a provisional appointment or order an election within the prescribed 60-day period as required by this section, the county superintendent of schools shall order an election to fill the vacancy. (b) When an election is ordered, it shall be held on the next established election date provided pursuant to Chapter 1 (commencing with Section 1000) of Division 1 of the Elections Code not less than 130 days after the order of the election. (c) (1) If a provisional appointment is made within the 60-day period, the registered voters of the district may, within 30 days from the date of the appointment, petition for the conduct of a special election to fill the vacancy. A petition shall be deemed to bear a sufficient number of signatures if signed by at least the number of registered voters of the district equal to 11/2 percent of the number of registered voters of the district at the time of the last regular election for governing board members, or 25 registered voters, whichever is greater. However, in districts with less than 2,000 registered voters, a petition shall be deemed to bear a sufficient number of signatures if signed by at least 5 percent of the number of registered voters of the district at the time of the last regular election for governing board members. (2) (A) The petition shall be submitted to the county superintendent of schools having jurisdiction who shall have 30 days to verify the signatures. If the petition is determined to be legally sufficient by the county superintendent of schools, the provisional appointment is terminated, and the county superintendent of schools shall order a special election to be conducted not less than 88, nor more than 125, days following the order of the election. (B) Notwithstanding subparagraph (A), the election may be conducted within 180 days after the issuance of the order so that the election may be consolidated with a regularly scheduled election. (3) For purposes of this section, “registered voters” means the following: (A) If the district uses the at-large method of election, as defined in subdivision (a) of Section 14026 of the Elections Code, registered voters of the entire school district or community college district. (B) If the district uses district-based elections, as defined in subdivision (b) of Section 14026 of the Elections Code, registered voters of the election district. (d) A provisional appointment made pursuant to subdivision (a) confers all powers and duties of a governing board member upon the appointee immediately following that appointment. (e) A person appointed to fill a vacancy shall hold office only until the next regularly scheduled election for district governing board members that is scheduled 130 or more days after the effective date of the vacancy, whereupon an election shall be held to fill the vacancy for the remainder of the unexpired term. A person elected at an election to fill the vacancy shall hold office for the remainder of the term in which the vacancy occurs or will occur. (f) (1) If a petition calling for a special election is circulated, the petition shall meet all of the following requirements: (A) The petition shall contain the election official’s estimate of the cost of conducting the special election and those estimated costs expressed on a per-pupil or per-student basis. (B) The name and residence address of at least one, but not more than five, of the proponents of the petition shall appear on the petition, each of which proponents shall be a registered voter of the school district or community college district, as applicable. (C) None of the text or other language of the petition shall appear in less than six-point type. (D) The petition shall be prepared and circulated in conformity with Sections 100 and 104 of the Elections Code. (2) If any of the requirements of this subdivision are not met as to any petition calling for a special election, the county superintendent of schools shall not verify the signatures, nor shall any further action be taken with respect to the petition. (3) No person shall permit the list of names on petitions prescribed by this section to be used for any purpose other than qualification of the petition for the purpose of holding an election pursuant to this section. (4) The petition filed with the county superintendent of schools shall be subject to the restrictions in Article 2 (commencing with Section 7924.100) of Chapter 2 of Part 5 of Division 10 of Title 1 of the Government Code. (g) Elections held pursuant to subdivisions (b) and (c) shall be conducted in as nearly the same manner as practicable as other governing board member elections. (Amended (as amended by Stats. 2021, Ch. 615, Sec. 60) by Stats. 2022, Ch. 831, Sec. 1. (SB 1061) Effective January 1, 2023.)
  20. 5092.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 4. ELECTIONS [5000 - 5442] ( Part 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Election of School District Board Members [5000 - 5095] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Vacancies [5090 - 5095] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    If a school board makes a provisional appointment to fill a vacancy, the board must give notice within 10 days and post or publish it in the specified ways, unless publication is excused because there is no general-circulation newspaper in the district.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 4. ELECTIONS [5000 - 5442] ( Part 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Election of School District Board Members [5000 - 5095] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Vacancies [5090 - 5095] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 5092. (a) If a provisional appointment is made to the governing board of a school district to fill a vacancy that occurs or will occur pursuant to Section 5091, the board shall, within 10 days of the provisional appointment, provide notice of both the actual vacancy or the filing of a deferred resignation and also the provisional appointment by all of the following methods: (1) Posting the notice in three public places in the school district. (2) Publishing the notice pursuant to Section 6061 of the Government Code. If there is no newspaper of general circulation published in the district, notice need not be published. (3) Posting the notice on the school district’s internet website. (b) The notice shall state all of the following: (1) The fact of the vacancy or resignation. (2) The date of the occurrence of the vacancy or the date of the filing of, and the effective date of, the resignation. (3) The full name of the provisional appointee to the board and the date of the provisional appointee’s appointment. (4) That unless a petition calling for a special election, containing a sufficient number of signatures, is filed in the office of county superintendent of schools within 30 days of the date of the provisional appointment, it shall become an effective appointment. (Amended by Stats. 2023, Ch. 68, Sec. 1. (AB 1326) Effective January 1, 2024.)
  21. 5093.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 4. ELECTIONS [5000 - 5442] ( Part 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Election of School District Board Members [5000 - 5095] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Vacancies [5090 - 5095] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    This section limits when a school board vacancy can be filled by special election or appointment, and sets rules for when a person elected in a special election takes office and how long they serve.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 4. ELECTIONS [5000 - 5442] ( Part 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Election of School District Board Members [5000 - 5095] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Vacancies [5090 - 5095] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 5093. (a) There shall be no special election or appointment to fill a vacancy on a governing board if the vacancy occurs within four months of the end of the term of that position. (b) Section 5091 shall not apply to a vacancy on a governing board if the vacancy occurs, or a resignation specifying a deferred effective date is filed with the county superintendent of schools, during the period between six months and 130 days prior to a regularly scheduled governing board election and the position is not scheduled to be filled at such election. In such a case, the position shall be filled at a special election for that position to be consolidated with the regular election. A person elected to fill a position under this subdivision shall take office at the next regularly scheduled meeting of the governing board following the certification of the election and shall serve only until the end of the term of the position which he or she was elected to fill. (c) If a special election pursuant to Section 5091 could be consolidated with the next regular election for governing board members, and the vacant position is scheduled to be filled at such regular election, there shall be no special election. (Amended by Stats. 1984, Ch. 32, Sec. 2.)
  22. 5094.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 4. ELECTIONS [5000 - 5442] ( Part 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Election of School District Board Members [5000 - 5095] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Vacancies [5090 - 5095] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    If a majority of seats on a school district or community college district governing board become vacant, the county board of education president may appoint county board of education members to serve on the district board until replacements are elected or appointed.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 4. ELECTIONS [5000 - 5442] ( Part 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Election of School District Board Members [5000 - 5095] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Vacancies [5090 - 5095] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 5094. If for any reason vacancies should occur in a majority of the offices on any school district or community college district governing board, the president of the county board of education having jurisdiction may appoint members of the county board of education to the district governing board until new members of the governing board are elected or appointed. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  23. 5095.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 4. ELECTIONS [5000 - 5442] ( Part 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Election of School District Board Members [5000 - 5095] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Vacancies [5090 - 5095] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    When a school district or community college district governing board seat is vacant, the remaining qualified board members and any qualified members chosen to fill the vacancy have the board’s powers and duties.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 1 GENERAL EDUCATION CODE PROVISIONS [1. - 32527] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 4. ELECTIONS [5000 - 5442] ( Part 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Election of School District Board Members [5000 - 5095] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Vacancies [5090 - 5095] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 5095. Whenever any of the offices on any school district governing board or community college district governing board is vacant, the remaining governing board member or members, if any, and any governing board member or members elected or appointed to fill the vacancies, who have qualified, shall have all the powers and perform all the duties of the governing board. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  24. 51000.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Legislative Intent [51000 - 51009] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    This chapter may be known as the George Miller, Jr., Education Act of 1968.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Legislative Intent [51000 - 51009] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51000. This chapter may be known as the George Miller, Jr., Education Act of 1968. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  25. 51002.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Legislative Intent [51000 - 51009] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The Legislature says California needs a common state curriculum for public schools, while also allowing local school districts to develop programs that fit local needs.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Legislative Intent [51000 - 51009] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51002. The Legislature hereby recognizes that, because of the common needs and interests of the citizens of this state and the nation, there is a need to establish a common state curriculum for the public schools, but that, because of economic, geographic, physical, political and social diversity, there is a need for the development of educational programs at the local level, with the guidance of competent and experienced educators and citizens. Therefore, it is the intent of the Legislature to set broad minimum standards and guidelines for educational programs, and to encourage local districts to develop programs that will best fit the needs and interests of the pupils, pursuant to stated philosophy, goals, and objectives. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  26. 51003.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Legislative Intent [51000 - 51009] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The Legislature states that explicit, rigorous statewide academic standards should be adopted for all pupils in public schools.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Legislative Intent [51000 - 51009] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51003. It is the intent of the Legislature that explicit, rigorous statewide academic standards be adopted for all pupils enrolled in public schools. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 274, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  27. 51004.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Legislative Intent [51000 - 51009] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    California’s education policy says pupils and eligible adults should have educational opportunities that help them prepare for work and employment, without discrimination based on economic status or listed characteristics.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Legislative Intent [51000 - 51009] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51004. The Legislature hereby recognizes that it is the policy of the people of the State of California to provide an educational opportunity to the end that every pupil leaving school shall have the opportunity to be prepared to enter the world of work; that every pupil who graduates from any state-supported educational institution should have sufficient marketable skills for legitimate remunerative employment; that every qualified and eligible adult citizen shall be afforded an educational opportunity to become suitably employed in some remunerative field of employment; and that these opportunities are a right to be enjoyed without regard to economic status or the characteristics listed in Section 220. The Legislature further recognizes that all pupils need to be provided with opportunities to explore and make career choices and to seek appropriate instruction and training to support those choices. The Legislature therefore finds that fairs as community resource and youth leadership activities are integral to assisting and guiding pupils in making choices and therefore encourage the further expansion of cooperative activities between schools, youth leadership activities, and community resources. Among community resources of particular significance in providing information on various career opportunities are vocational and occupational exhibits, demonstrations and activities conducted at fairs. (Amended by Stats. 2007, Ch. 569, Sec. 28. Effective January 1, 2008.)
  28. 51005.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Legislative Intent [51000 - 51009] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The Department of Education must annually encourage school districts to plan programs and activities that use fairs and youth leadership activities as part of vocational instruction and career decisionmaking.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Legislative Intent [51000 - 51009] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51005. In order to carry out the intent of Section 51004, the Department of Education shall annually encourage school districts to plan programs and activities which utilize the resources of fairs and youth leadership activities as an integral part of the vocational instructional program and career decisionmaking. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  29. 51006.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Legislative Intent [51000 - 51009] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The Legislature states that computers and computer technology are increasingly important, and that public schools should provide equitable access to technological education programs.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Legislative Intent [51000 - 51009] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51006. The Legislature finds that the increasing integration of computers and computer technology into our economy has profound implications for our society, and equally important implications for state educational policy. The Legislature also finds that the methods of distribution of computer resources in the public schools will have a substantial effect upon the state’s ability to meet the economic, political, and social challenges of the new technological era. Without adequate and early exposure to a basic computer education and computer resources, many students may be placed at a significant disadvantage in their opportunities to secure success in academics and the job market in the future. As females compose 51 percent of the student population in the state’s public elementary and secondary schools, and ethnic minorities constitute over one-third of that population, it is imperative that California adopt a policy to ensure equitable access to technological education programs. (Added by Stats. 1984, Ch. 293, Sec. 1.)
  30. 51007.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Legislative Intent [51000 - 51009] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    California policy states that public elementary and secondary students should have equitable access to technology-focused educational programs.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Legislative Intent [51000 - 51009] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51007. (a) It is the policy of the State of California that all students enrolled in the state’s public elementary and secondary schools, regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, geographic location, or socioeconomic background, shall have equitable access to educational programs designed to strengthen technological skills, including, but not limited to, computer education programs. (b) It is the intent of the Legislature that state appropriations for educational programs designed to strengthen technological skills, including, but not limited to, computer education programs, shall have the goal of ensuring equitable access to those programs for all students. (c) It is the intent of the Legislature that this section shall not be construed to preclude funding of programs designed to serve certain categories of students as part of the state’s efforts to target areas of high need. (Amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 719, Sec. 8. (AB 887) Effective January 1, 2012.)
  31. 51008.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Legislative Intent [51000 - 51009] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The State Board of Education must ensure the curriculum and framework, where appropriate, include instruction on Cesar Chavez, the farm labor movement, and the role of immigrants, including Filipino Americans, and include textbook-selection guidance for those topics.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Legislative Intent [51000 - 51009] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51008. The State Board of Education shall ensure that the state curriculum and framework, where appropriate, include instruction on Cesar Chavez and the history of the farm labor movement in the United States, and the role of immigrants, including Filipino Americans, in that movement, and that the state criteria for selecting textbooks include information to guide the selection of textbooks that contain sections that highlight the life and contributions of Cesar Chavez, the history of the farm labor movement in the United States, and the role of immigrants, including Filipino Americans, in that movement. (Amended by Stats. 2013, Ch. 476, Sec. 2. (AB 123) Effective January 1, 2014.)
  32. 51009.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Legislative Intent [51000 - 51009] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    May is designated Labor History Month in public schools, and school districts are encouraged to mark it with educational exercises.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Legislative Intent [51000 - 51009] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51009. The month of May is hereby deemed to be Labor History Month throughout the public schools, and school districts are encouraged to commemorate this month with appropriate educational exercises that make pupils aware of the role the labor movement has played in shaping California and the United States. (Amended by Stats. 2012, Ch. 584, Sec. 1. (AB 2269) Effective January 1, 2013.)
  33. 51010.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [51010 - 51021] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The definitions in this article control how this part is interpreted, unless the context requires otherwise.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [51010 - 51021] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51010. Unless the context otherwise requires, the definitions set forth in this article govern the construction of this part. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  34. 51011.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [51010 - 51021] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    “Educational program” means the entire school-sponsored offering for pupils of a district, including in-class and out-of-class activities.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [51010 - 51021] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51011. “Educational program” means the entire school-sponsored offering for pupils of a district, including in-class and out-of-class activities. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  35. 51012.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [51010 - 51021] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    “Common state curriculum” means the basic curriculum prescribed by the proper authority for all elementary schools, all secondary schools, or both.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [51010 - 51021] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51012. “Common state curriculum” means the basic curriculum which is prescribed by the proper authority for all elementary schools, or all secondary schools, or all elementary and secondary schools. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  36. 51013.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [51010 - 51021] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    This section defines “curriculum” as the courses of study, courses, subjects, classes, and organized group activities provided by a school.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [51010 - 51021] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51013. “Curriculum” means the courses of study, courses, subjects, classes and organized group activities provided by a school. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  37. 51014.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [51010 - 51021] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    This section defines “course of study” as the planned content of a series of classes, courses, subjects, studies, or related activities.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [51010 - 51021] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51014. “Course of study” means the planned content of a series of classes, courses, subjects, studies, or related activities. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  38. 51015.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [51010 - 51021] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    “Course” means an instructional unit in an organized field of knowledge, usually offered for a semester, year, or similar prescribed period.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [51010 - 51021] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51015. “Course” means an instructional unit of an area or field of organized knowledge, usually provided on a semester, year, or prescribed length-of-time basis. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  39. 51016.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [51010 - 51021] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    “Class” means an organized group of pupils within a school pursuing a particular course, subject, or activity.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [51010 - 51021] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51016. “Class” means an organized group of pupils within a school who are pursuing a particular course, subject or activity. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  40. 51017.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [51010 - 51021] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    This section defines “governing board” as a board of education or governing board of a county, city and county, city, or district that has the duty to prescribe the course of study for the local schools.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [51010 - 51021] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51017. “Governing board” means that board of education or governing board of any county, city and county, city, or district which has the duty to prescribe the course of study for the schools of the county, city and county, city, or district. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  41. 51018.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [51010 - 51021] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    “State board” means the State Board of Education.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [51010 - 51021] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51018. “State board” means the State Board of Education. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  42. 51019.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [51010 - 51021] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    This section defines “Philosophy” for the district as a statement about the relationship between the individual and society, based on beliefs, concepts, and attitudes.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [51010 - 51021] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51019. “Philosophy” means a composite statement of the relationship between the individual and society based upon beliefs, concepts, and attitudes from which the goals and objectives of the district are derived. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  43. 51020.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [51010 - 51021] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    “Goal” means a broad, timeless statement of direction or intent, not tied to a specific achievement deadline.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [51010 - 51021] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51020. “Goal” means a statement of broad direction or intent which is general and timeless and is not concerned with a particular achievement within a specified time period. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  44. 51021.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [51010 - 51021] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    “Objective” means a devised accomplishment that can be verified within a given time and under specifiable conditions.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Definitions [51010 - 51021] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51021. “Objective” means a devised accomplishment that can be verified within a given time and under specifiable conditions which, if attained, advances the system toward a corresponding goal. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  45. 51040.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Role of Local Agency [51040 - 51041] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    Each school district’s governing board must prepare and keep on file the courses of study for schools under its jurisdiction, and make them available for public inspection.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Role of Local Agency [51040 - 51041] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51040. The governing board of every school district shall prepare and shall keep on file for public inspection the courses of study prescribed for the schools under its jurisdiction. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  46. 51041.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Role of Local Agency [51040 - 51041] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    Each school district’s governing board must evaluate its educational program and make any revisions it thinks are necessary.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Role of Local Agency [51040 - 51041] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51041. The governing board of every school district shall evaluate its educational program, and shall make such revisions as it deems necessary. Any revised educational program shall conform to the requirements of this division. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  47. 51050.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Enforcement of Courses of Study [51050 - 51057] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    A school district’s governing board must enforce prescribed courses of study and approved textbooks and instructional materials in its schools.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Enforcement of Courses of Study [51050 - 51057] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51050. The governing board of every school district shall enforce in its schools the courses of study and the use of textbooks and other instructional materials prescribed and adopted by the proper authority. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  48. 51053.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Enforcement of Courses of Study [51050 - 51057] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The governing board must prescribe and enforce the course of study for the listed elementary grades, and it may cooperate with county education officials in developing those courses.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Enforcement of Courses of Study [51050 - 51057] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51053. The course of study for preschool, kindergarten, grades 1 through 6, and grades 7 and 8 of those elementary districts maintaining grades 7 and 8, shall be prescribed and enforced by the governing board. The governing board of any school district may cooperate with the county board of education and the county superintendent of schools in the development of the courses of study required by this section. The development of any course of study by a school district governing board which involves the cooperation of the county board of education and the county superintendent of schools is a proper charge against whatever funds the county superintendent of schools may have for this purpose. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  49. 51054.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Enforcement of Courses of Study [51050 - 51057] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    For grades 7 through 12, the course of study must be prepared under the direction of the governing board, and it may need state board approval, except as provided in Section 51053.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Enforcement of Courses of Study [51050 - 51057] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51054. Except as provided in Section 51053, the course of study for grades 7 through 12 shall be prepared under the direction of the governing board having control thereof and shall be subject to approval as may be required by the state board. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  50. 51055.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Enforcement of Courses of Study [51050 - 51057] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The governing board in control of a continuation high school must direct the preparation of its courses.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Enforcement of Courses of Study [51050 - 51057] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51055. Courses for continuation high schools shall be prepared under the direction of the governing board having control thereof. Insofar as possible courses shall meet the high school requirements set forth in Sections 51220 and 51222. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  51. 51056.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Enforcement of Courses of Study [51050 - 51057] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    Each adult school must have a course of study prepared under the district governing board’s direction, and the Department of Education must approve it.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Enforcement of Courses of Study [51050 - 51057] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51056. A course of study for each adult school shall be prepared under the direction of the governing board of the district maintaining the adult school and shall be subject to approval of the Department of Education. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  52. 51057.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Enforcement of Courses of Study [51050 - 51057] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    A school district’s governing board may request an exemption from course-of-study requirements, and the State Board of Education may grant it for a specified number of years if the request is part of an approved experimental curriculum project.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Education Program [51000 - 51057] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Enforcement of Courses of Study [51050 - 51057] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51057. Upon request of the governing board of any school district, the State Board of Education may, for a number of years to be specified by the board, grant the district exemption from one or more of the course of study requirements set forth in this division. The exemption may be renewed. Such exemption may be granted only if the board deems that the request made is an essential part of a planned experimental curriculum project which the board determines will adequately fit the educational needs and interests of the pupils. The request for exemption shall include all of the following elements: (a) Rationale for the planned experimental curriculum project. (b) Objectives of the planned experimental curriculum project. (c) Plans for the administration and conduct of the planned experimental curriculum project, including the use of personnel, facilities, time, techniques, and activities. (d) Plans for testing and evaluation of the planned experimental curriculum project. (e) Plans for necessary revisions, if any, of the planned experimental curriculum project. (f) Plans for reporting to the State Board of Education on the planned experimental curriculum project. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  53. 51100.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1.5. Parental Involvement [51100 - 51141] ( Chapter 1.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 864, Sec. 2. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [51100 - 51102] ( Article 1 heading added by Stats. 1999, Ch. 78, Sec. 38. )

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    The Legislature states that parents, guardians, and other citizens should participate in improving public education, and that schools should welcome and support family involvement.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1.5. Parental Involvement [51100 - 51141] ( Chapter 1.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 864, Sec. 2. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [51100 - 51102] ( Article 1 heading added by Stats. 1999, Ch. 78, Sec. 38. ) ## 51100. The Legislature finds and declares all of the following: (a) It is essential to our democratic form of government that parents and guardians of schoolage children attending public schools and other citizens participate in improving public education institutions. Specifically, involving parents and guardians of pupils in the education process is fundamental to a healthy system of public education. (b) Research has shown conclusively that early and sustained family involvement at home and at school in the education of children results both in improved pupil achievement and in schools that are successful at educating all children, while enabling them to achieve high levels of performance. (c) All participants in the education process benefit when schools genuinely welcome, encourage, and guide families into establishing equal partnerships with schools to support pupil learning. (d) Family and school collaborative efforts are most effective when they involve parents and guardians in a variety of roles at all grade levels, from preschool through high school. (Added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 864, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 1999.)
  54. 51101.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1.5. Parental Involvement [51100 - 51141] ( Chapter 1.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 864, Sec. 2. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [51100 - 51102] ( Article 1 heading added by Stats. 1999, Ch. 78, Sec. 38. )

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    Parents and guardians of pupils in public schools have rights to be informed and to participate in their children’s education, subject to subdivision (d).

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1.5. Parental Involvement [51100 - 51141] ( Chapter 1.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 864, Sec. 2. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [51100 - 51102] ( Article 1 heading added by Stats. 1999, Ch. 78, Sec. 38. ) ## 51101. (a) Except as provided in subdivision (d), the parents and guardians of pupils enrolled in public schools have the right and should have the opportunity, as mutually supportive and respectful partners in the education of their children within the public schools, to be informed by the school, and to participate in the education of their children, as follows: (1) Within a reasonable period of time following making the request, to observe the classroom or classrooms in which their child is enrolled or for the purpose of selecting the school in which their child will be enrolled in accordance with the requirements of any intradistrict or interdistrict pupil attendance policies or programs. (2) Within a reasonable time of their request, to meet with their child’s teacher or teachers and the principal of the school in which their child is enrolled. (3) To volunteer their time and resources for the improvement of school facilities and school programs under the supervision of district employees, including, but not limited to, providing assistance in the classroom with the approval, and under the direct supervision, of the teacher. Although volunteer parents may assist with instruction, primary instructional responsibility shall remain with the teacher. (4) To be notified on a timely basis if their child is absent from school without permission. (5) To receive the results of their child’s performance on standardized tests and statewide tests and information on the performance of the school that their child attends on standardized statewide tests. (6) To request a particular school for their child, and to receive a response from the school district. This paragraph does not obligate the school district to grant the parent’s request. (7) To have a school environment for their child that is safe and supportive of learning. (8) To examine the curriculum materials of the class or classes in which their child is enrolled. (9) To be informed of their child’s progress in school and of the appropriate school personnel whom they should contact if problems arise with their child. (10) To have access to the school records of their child. (11) To receive information concerning the academic performance standards, proficiencies, or skills their child is expected to accomplish. (12) To be informed in advance about school rules, including disciplinary rules and procedures in accordance with Section 48980, attendance policies, dress codes, and procedures for visiting the school. (13) To receive information about any psychological testing the school does involving their child and to deny permission to give the test. (14) To participate as a member of a parent advisory committee, schoolsite council, or site-based management leadership team, in accordance with any rules and regulations governing membership in these organizations. In order to facilitate parental participation, schoolsite councils are encouraged to schedule a biannual open forum for the purpose of informing parents about current school issues and activities and answering parents’ questions. The meetings should be scheduled on weekends, and prior notice should be provided to parents. (15) To question anything in their child’s record that the parent feels is inaccurate or misleading or is an invasion of privacy and to receive a response from the school. (16) To be notified, as early in the school year as practicable pursuant to Section 48070.5, if their child is identified as being at risk of retention and of their right to consult with school personnel responsible for a decision to promote or retain their child and to appeal a decision to retain or promote their child. (b) In addition to the rights described in subdivision (a), parents and guardians of pupils, including those parents and guardians whose primary language is not English, shall have the opportunity to work together in a mutually supportive and respectful partnership with schools, and to help their children succeed in school. Each governing board of a school district shall develop jointly with parents and guardians, and shall adopt, a policy that outlines the manner in which parents or guardians of pupils, school staff, and pupils may share the responsibility for continuing the intellectual, physical, emotional, and social development and well-being of pupils at each schoolsite. The policy shall include, but is not necessarily limited to, the following: (1) The means by which the school and parents or guardians of pupils may help pupils to achieve academic and other standards of the school. (2) A description of the school’s responsibility to provide a high quality curriculum and instructional program in a supportive and effective learning environment that enables all pupils to meet the academic expectations of the school. (3) The manner in which the parents and guardians of pupils may support the learning environment of their children, including, but not limited to, the following: (A) Monitoring attendance of their children. (B) Ensuring that homework is completed and turned in on a timely basis. (C) Participation of the children in extracurricular activities. (D) Monitoring and regulating the television viewed by their children. (E) Working with their children at home in learning activities that extend learning in the classroom. (F) Volunteering in their children’s classrooms, or for other activities at the school. (G) Participating, as appropriate, in decisions relating to the education of their own child or the total school program. (c) All schools that participate in the High Priority Schools Grant Program established pursuant to Article 3.5 (commencing with Section 52055.600) of Chapter 6.1 of Part 28 and that maintain kindergarten or any of grades 1 to 5, inclusive, shall jointly develop with parents or guardians for all children enrolled at that schoolsite, a school-parent compact pursuant to Section 6319 of Title 20 of the United States Code. (d) This section does not authorize a school to inform a parent or guardian, as provided in this section, or to permit participation by a parent or guardian in the education of a child, if it conflicts with a valid restraining order, protective order, or order for custody or visitation issued by a court of competent jurisdiction. (Amended by Stats. 2004, Ch. 896, Sec. 46. Effective September 29, 2004.)
  55. 51101.1.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1.5. Parental Involvement [51100 - 51141] ( Chapter 1.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 864, Sec. 2. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [51100 - 51102] ( Article 1 heading added by Stats. 1999, Ch. 78, Sec. 38. )

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    Parents and guardians of English learners have specified participation and information rights, and school districts must give language-access notifications.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1.5. Parental Involvement [51100 - 51141] ( Chapter 1.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 864, Sec. 2. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [51100 - 51102] ( Article 1 heading added by Stats. 1999, Ch. 78, Sec. 38. ) ## 51101.1. (a) A parent or guardian’s lack of English fluency does not preclude a parent or guardian from exercising the rights guaranteed under this chapter. A school district shall take all reasonable steps to ensure that all parents and guardians of pupils who speak a language other than English are properly notified in English and in their home language, pursuant to Section 48985, of the rights and opportunities available to them pursuant to this section. (b) Parents and guardians of English learners are entitled to participate in the education of their children pursuant to Section 51101 and as follows: (1) To receive, pursuant to paragraph (5) of subdivision (a) of Section 51101, the results of their child’s performance on standardized tests, including the English language development test. (2) To be given any required written notification, under any applicable law, in English and the pupil’s home language pursuant to Section 48985. (3) To participate in school and district advisory bodies in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations. (4) To support their children’s advancement toward literacy. School personnel shall encourage parents and guardians of English learners to support their child’s progress toward literacy both in English and, to the extent possible, in the child’s home language. School districts are encouraged to make available, to the extent possible, surplus or undistributed instructional materials to parents and guardians, pursuant to subdivision (d) of Section 60510, in order to facilitate parental involvement in their children’s education. (5) To be informed, pursuant to Sections 33126 and 48985, about statewide and local academic standards, testing programs, accountability measures, and school improvement efforts. (c) A school with a substantial number of pupils with a home language other than English is encouraged to establish parent centers with personnel who can communicate with the parents and guardians of these children to encourage understanding of and participation in the educational programs in which their children are enrolled. (Amended by Stats. 2004, Ch. 896, Sec. 47. Effective September 29, 2004.)
  56. 51102.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1.5. Parental Involvement [51100 - 51141] ( Chapter 1.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 864, Sec. 2. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [51100 - 51102] ( Article 1 heading added by Stats. 1999, Ch. 78, Sec. 38. )

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    The State Department of Education must make approved parent-involvement materials available, and those materials must describe schoolsite partnership roles and include a notice limiting parents’ and guardians’ participation when it conflicts with certain court orders.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1.5. Parental Involvement [51100 - 51141] ( Chapter 1.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 864, Sec. 2. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [51100 - 51102] ( Article 1 heading added by Stats. 1999, Ch. 78, Sec. 38. ) ## 51102. Upon approval of the materials by the State Board of Education, the State Department of Education shall make materials available that describe a comprehensive partnership at a schoolsite that involves parents and guardians of pupils in the public schools of California in the education of their children in a variety of roles at all grade levels on or before December 31, 1999. The materials shall include information about the possible roles of each teacher, principal, parent or guardian, and other school personnel in fostering and participating in parent involvement activities and programs. The materials shall also include a statement that the right of parents and guardians to participate in parent activities and programs shall only apply to the extent that the participation does not conflict with a valid restraining order, protective order, or order for custody or visitation issued by a court of competent jurisdiction. (Added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 864, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 1999.)
  57. 51130.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1.5. Parental Involvement [51100 - 51141] ( Chapter 1.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 864, Sec. 2. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Teresa P. Hughes Family-School Partnership Award and Grant Program [51130 - 51133] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1999, Ch. 734, Sec. 7. )

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    This article is named the Teresa P. Hughes Family-School Partnership Award and Grant Program, and the State Department of Education administers it.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1.5. Parental Involvement [51100 - 51141] ( Chapter 1.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 864, Sec. 2. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Teresa P. Hughes Family-School Partnership Award and Grant Program [51130 - 51133] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1999, Ch. 734, Sec. 7. ) ## 51130. This article shall be known, and may be cited, as the Teresa P. Hughes Family-School Partnership Award and Grant Program and shall be administered by the State Department of Education. (Added by Stats. 1999, Ch. 734, Sec. 7. Effective January 1, 2000.)
  58. 51131.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1.5. Parental Involvement [51100 - 51141] ( Chapter 1.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 864, Sec. 2. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Teresa P. Hughes Family-School Partnership Award and Grant Program [51130 - 51133] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1999, Ch. 734, Sec. 7. )

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    This section defines “parent” for this article.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1.5. Parental Involvement [51100 - 51141] ( Chapter 1.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 864, Sec. 2. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Teresa P. Hughes Family-School Partnership Award and Grant Program [51130 - 51133] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1999, Ch. 734, Sec. 7. ) ## 51131. As used in this article, “parent” means the natural, adoptive, or foster parent of a pupil, a surrogate parent, a family member acting on behalf of the parent, or any person having legal authority to make educational decisions on behalf of a pupil. (Added by Stats. 1999, Ch. 734, Sec. 7. Effective January 1, 2000.)
  59. 51133.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1.5. Parental Involvement [51100 - 51141] ( Chapter 1.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 864, Sec. 2. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Teresa P. Hughes Family-School Partnership Award and Grant Program [51130 - 51133] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1999, Ch. 734, Sec. 7. )

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    The Superintendent of Public Instruction must award nonmonetary Teresa P. Hughes Family-School Partnership Awards to eligible school districts and county offices of education.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1.5. Parental Involvement [51100 - 51141] ( Chapter 1.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 864, Sec. 2. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Teresa P. Hughes Family-School Partnership Award and Grant Program [51130 - 51133] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1999, Ch. 734, Sec. 7. ) ## 51133. (a) The Superintendent of Public Instruction shall award nonmonetary Teresa P. Hughes Family-School Partnership Awards pursuant to this article to school districts and county offices of education for schools that operate outstanding family-school partnership programs. (b) Nonmonetary awards made pursuant to this section shall be based upon the degree of parent participation and an assessment of any combination of the following types of parental participation: (1) The membership or other participation in a functioning schoolsite council or other parent organization. (2) The regular volunteer assistance provided in school activities both in the classroom and outside of the classroom. (3) The participation in signed compacts or other educational plans with the teachers. (4) The attendance at school functions that parents or families are invited to attend. (5) The participation in parent training and education programs established or conducted by the school. (6) The progress made over time toward increasing parental participation. (7) The number of home visits by school personnel. (8) The degree to which the outreach program emphasizes the importance of including parents of all pupils within its efforts to enhance parent participation. (c) Nonmonetary awards made pursuant to this section shall be in the form of a plaque or sign. (Added by Stats. 1999, Ch. 734, Sec. 7. Effective January 1, 2000.)
  60. 51139.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1.5. Parental Involvement [51100 - 51141] ( Chapter 1.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 864, Sec. 2. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Drowning Prevention [51139 - 51141] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 2023, Ch. 370, Sec. 3. )

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    This section defines “public school” and “water safety” for this article.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1.5. Parental Involvement [51100 - 51141] ( Chapter 1.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 864, Sec. 2. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Drowning Prevention [51139 - 51141] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 2023, Ch. 370, Sec. 3. ) ## 51139. For purposes of this article, all of the following definitions apply: (a) “Public school” means a school operated by a school district, county office of education, or a charter school. (b) “Water safety” means age-appropriate education intended (1) to promote safety in, on, and around bodies of water, including residential and public pools and spas, home water sources such as bathtubs, and open bodies of water such as lakes, rivers, canals, and the ocean, and (2) to reduce the risk of injury or drowning. (Added by Stats. 2025, Ch. 387, Sec. 2. (AB 1005) Effective January 1, 2026.)
  61. 51140.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1.5. Parental Involvement [51100 - 51141] ( Chapter 1.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 864, Sec. 2. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Drowning Prevention [51139 - 51141] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 2023, Ch. 370, Sec. 3. )

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    This section lets drowning or injury prevention organizations give water-safety materials to public schools, and lets schools share those materials with families and pupils.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1.5. Parental Involvement [51100 - 51141] ( Chapter 1.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 864, Sec. 2. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Drowning Prevention [51139 - 51141] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 2023, Ch. 370, Sec. 3. ) ## 51140. (a) (1) A drowning or injury prevention organization may provide informational materials, in electronic or hardcopy form, to a public school that serves pupils in kindergarten or any of grades 1 to 12, inclusive, in accordance with the requirements of this article, regarding all of the following topics: (A) The role that water safety education courses and swim lessons play in drowning prevention and saving lives. (B) Local water safety and swimming skills programs in the county and communities served by the public school, including free or reduced-price programs, and how to access information about age-appropriate public or private water safety courses and swimming skills programs that result in a certificate indicating successful completion. (C) Contact information of the organization to receive further water safety education information. (2) The informational materials shall not be used to solicit funding or donations for the organization. (3) It is the intent of the Legislature that public schools that receive information pursuant to paragraph (1) facilitate the sharing of that information with the parents, caregivers, or guardians of pupils. (b) (1) Upon receipt of the informational materials described in subdivision (a), a public school is authorized to provide the informational materials to parents, legal guardians, or caregivers of pupils at the time the pupil enrolls at the public school and at the beginning of each school year, and are encouraged to provide the materials described in subdivision (a) during the first week of May in the year that the informational materials were provided. (2) In recognition of the importance of drowning as a public health issue impacting the lives of many pupils, public schools are authorized to, and are encouraged to, provide to their pupils water safety informational materials through multiple means, including, but not limited to, school assemblies, classroom instruction, or library programs. These informational materials shall meet the following criteria: (A) Be age and grade appropriate. (B) Be aligned with the information from the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, as described in paragraph (1) of subdivision (a) of Section 51141, and identified by the department pursuant to Section 51900.1. (C) Be provided for free by drowning prevention or children safety organizations. (c) Upon request by a public school, a drowning or injury prevention organization that elects to provide informational materials shall provide the informational materials in English and is encouraged to provide informational materials in the other most commonly spoken languages associated with the population attending the school based on available data from the department. (Amended by Stats. 2025, Ch. 387, Sec. 3. (AB 1005) Effective January 1, 2026.)
  62. 51141.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1.5. Parental Involvement [51100 - 51141] ( Chapter 1.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 864, Sec. 2. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Drowning Prevention [51139 - 51141] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 2023, Ch. 370, Sec. 3. )

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    A drowning or injury prevention organization giving materials to a public school must provide a one-page-or-less written confirmation and give the materials free of charge, while the school is not responsible for checking the organization’s compliance with the confirmation requirement.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 1.5. Parental Involvement [51100 - 51141] ( Chapter 1.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 864, Sec. 2. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Drowning Prevention [51139 - 51141] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 2023, Ch. 370, Sec. 3. ) ## 51141. (a) A drowning or injury prevention organization that provides informational materials to a public school pursuant to this article shall adhere to both of the following: (1) Provide written evidence, in the form of a letter or document, either of which shall be no longer than one page, to a school administrator that demonstrates that the informational materials provided by the drowning or injury prevention organization align with the drowning, drowning prevention, water safety, rescue, and swim skills lesson information found on the drowning prevention web page of the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, which includes evidence-based water safety and drowning prevention information vetted through such authorities on drowning and drowning prevention as the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Red Cross, among other sources. (2) Provide informational materials at no cost to the public school and allow the school to offer copies of the materials to pupils and parents and decide how the materials are made available. (b) A school administrator or school entity authorized by the school district or school, which also may include the school’s parent-teacher association or an equivalent association, that engages with a drowning or injury prevention organization pursuant to this article shall not be responsible for confirming the drowning or injury prevention organization’s compliance with paragraph (1) of subdivision (a). (Added by Stats. 2025, Ch. 387, Sec. 4. (AB 1005) Effective January 1, 2026.)
  63. 51200.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [51200 - 51206.4] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    This chapter sets the course-of-study requirements for grades 1 through 12, unless another provision says otherwise.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [51200 - 51206.4] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51200. Except as otherwise provided, the provisions contained in this chapter are the requirements for courses of study in grades 1 through 12. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  64. 51202.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [51200 - 51206.4] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The adopted course of study must include instruction on safety, accident prevention, first aid, fire prevention, resource and environmental protection, and health topics.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [51200 - 51206.4] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51202. The adopted course of study shall provide instruction at the appropriate elementary and secondary grade levels and subject areas in personal and public safety and accident prevention, including emergency first aid instruction, instruction in hemorrhage control, treatment for poisoning, resuscitation techniques, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation when appropriate equipment is available; fire prevention; the protection and conservation of resources, including the necessity for the protection of our environment; and health, including venereal disease and the effects of alcohol, narcotics, drugs, and tobacco upon the human body. The health instruction may include prenatal care for pregnant women and violence as a public health issue. (Amended by Stats. 1992, Ch. 1065, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 1993.)
  65. 51203.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [51200 - 51206.4] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    Schools must include instruction on alcohol, narcotics, restricted dangerous drugs, and other dangerous substances in the curriculum, and school district boards must set the grades and courses for that instruction.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [51200 - 51206.4] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51203. (a) Instruction upon the nature of alcohol, narcotics, restricted dangerous drugs as defined in Section 11032 of the Health and Safety Code, and other dangerous substances and their effects upon the human system as determined by science shall be included in the curriculum of all elementary and secondary schools. (b) Instruction on the effects of alcohol, narcotics, restricted dangerous drugs as defined in Section 11032 of the Health and Safety Code, and other dangerous substances upon prenatal development as determined by science shall be included in the curriculum of all secondary schools. (c) Instruction on the nature and effects of alcohol pursuant to this section shall include information about excessive alcohol use and the short-term and long-term health risks of excessive alcohol use. This instruction shall include information about excessive drinking, the immediate effects of alcohol that increase the risks of harmful health conditions, and how excessive alcohol use can lead to the development of chronic diseases and other serious problems, including alcohol-related deaths and mental health problems. The instruction about mental health problems may include instruction about depression and anxiety. (d) The governing board of the school district shall adopt regulations specifying the grade or grades and the course or courses in which the instruction with respect to alcohol, narcotics, restricted dangerous drugs as defined in Section 11032 of the Health and Safety Code, and other dangerous substances shall be included. (e) All persons responsible for the preparation or enforcement of courses of study shall provide for instruction on the subjects of alcohol, narcotics, restricted dangerous drugs as defined in Section 11032 of the Health and Safety Code, and other dangerous substances. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 314, Sec. 1. (AB 2865) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  66. 51204.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [51200 - 51206.4] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    Any course of study adopted under this division must be designed to fit the needs of the pupils it is prescribed for.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [51200 - 51206.4] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51204. Any course of study adopted pursuant to this division shall be designed to fit the needs of the pupils for which the course of study is prescribed. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  67. 51204.5.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [51200 - 51206.4] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    Social sciences instruction must include early California history and the contributions of many groups to California and U.S. development.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [51200 - 51206.4] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51204.5. Instruction in social sciences shall include the early history of California and a study of the role and contributions of people of all genders, Native Americans, African Americans, Latino Americans, Asian Americans, Pacific Islanders, European Americans, LGBTQ+ Americans, persons with disabilities, and members of other ethnic, cultural, religious, and socioeconomic status groups, to the economic, political, and social development of California and the United States of America, with particular emphasis on portraying the role of these groups in contemporary society. (Amended by Stats. 2023, Ch. 229, Sec. 7. (AB 1078) Effective September 25, 2023.)
  68. 51205.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [51200 - 51206.4] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    Pupils in year-round schools must have access, when necessary, to the same educational opportunity provided during summer school for pupils in regular school-year programs.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [51200 - 51206.4] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51205. Pupils enrolled in a year-round school pursuant to Part 22 (commencing with Section 37000) shall have access, as necessary, to an equal educational opportunity as provided during summer school to pupils enrolled in regular school year programs. (Added by Stats. 1980, Ch. 1334, Sec. 2.)
  69. 51206.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [51200 - 51206.4] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The Superintendent of Public Instruction must hire an elementary physical education specialist through the regular budget process.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [51200 - 51206.4] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51206. The Legislature hereby finds and declares that the physical fitness and motor development of children in the public elementary schools is of equal importance to that of other elements of the curriculum. The Legislature further finds that, in order to improve the level of physical education in the elementary grades, the Superintendent of Public Instruction shall, through the regular budget process, employ an elementary physical education specialist to develop model curriculum standards in physical education for grades 1 to 8, inclusive, provide technical assistance to teachers, and assist school districts in the development of their physical education programs. (Added by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1590, Sec. 1.)
  70. 51206.4.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [51200 - 51206.4] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The department must post a list of media literacy resources and instructional materials for school districts on its website by July 1, 2019.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [51200 - 51206.4] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51206.4. (a) For purposes of this section, the following terms have the following meanings: (1) “Digital citizenship” means a diverse set of skills related to current technology and social media, including the norms of appropriate, responsible, and healthy behavior. (2) “Media literacy” means the ability to access, analyze, evaluate, and use media and encompasses the foundational skills that lead to digital citizenship. (b) On or before July 1, 2019, the department shall make available to school districts on its Internet Web site a list of resources and instructional materials on media literacy, including media literacy professional development programs for teachers. (Added by Stats. 2018, Ch. 448, Sec. 2. (SB 830) Effective January 1, 2019.)
  71. 51210.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Course of Study, Grades 1 to 6 [51210 - 51212] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    This section requires the grades 1 to 6 course of study to include specified subjects, lets the governing board prescribe additional studies, and sets a complaint-and-appeal process for instructional-minute issues.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Course of Study, Grades 1 to 6 [51210 - 51212] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51210. (a) The adopted course of study for grades 1 to 6, inclusive, shall include instruction, beginning in grade 1 and continuing through grade 6, in the following areas of study: (1) English, including knowledge of, and appreciation for, literature and the language, as well as the skills of speaking, reading, listening, spelling, handwriting, including instruction in cursive or joined italics in the appropriate grade levels, and composition. (2) Mathematics, including concepts, operational skills, and problem solving. (3) Social sciences, drawing upon the disciplines of anthropology, economics, geography, history, political science, psychology, and sociology, designed to fit the maturity of the pupils. Instruction shall provide a foundation for understanding the history, resources, development, and government of California and the United States of America; the development of the American economic system, including the role of the entrepreneur and labor; the relations of persons to their human and natural environment; eastern and western cultures and civilizations; contemporary issues; the wise use of natural resources; and the Spanish colonization of California and the Gold Rush Era, including the treatment and perspectives of Native Americans during those periods. (4) Science, including the biological and physical aspects, with emphasis on the processes of experimental inquiry, on the place of humans in ecological systems, on the causes and effects of climate change, and on the methods to mitigate and adapt to climate change. Appropriate coursework including material on the causes and effects of climate change and methods to mitigate and adapt to climate change shall be offered to pupils as soon as possible, commencing no later than the 2024–25 school year. (5) Visual and performing arts, including instruction in the subjects of dance, music, theater, and visual arts, aimed at the development of aesthetic appreciation and the skills of creative expression. (6) Health, including instruction in the principles and practices of individual, family, and community health. (7) Physical education, with emphasis upon the physical activities for the pupils that may be conducive to health and vigor of body and mind, for a total period of time of not less than 200 minutes each 10 schooldays, excluding recesses and the lunch period, except as provided in subdivision (c) of Section 51222. (8) Other studies that the governing board may prescribe. (b) (1) A complaint that a school district or county superintendent of schools has not complied with the instructional minute requirements of paragraph (7) of subdivision (a) may be filed with a school district or county superintendent of schools pursuant to the Uniform Complaint Procedures set forth in Chapter 5.1 (commencing with Section 4600) of Division 1 of Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations. (2) A complainant not satisfied with the decision of a school district or county superintendent of schools may appeal the decision to the department pursuant to Chapter 5.1 (commencing with Section 4600) of Division 1 of Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations and shall receive a written appeal decision within 60 days of the department’s receipt of the appeal. (3) If a school district or county superintendent of schools finds merit in a complaint, or the Superintendent finds merit in an appeal, the school district or county superintendent of schools shall provide a remedy to all affected pupils, parents, and guardians. (c) The Legislature finds and declares that neither the original provisions of this section, nor any subsequent amendments to it, were intended to create a private right of action. However, nothing in this subdivision shall restrict or expand the existing right of any party to seek relief from noncompliance with this section pursuant to a writ of mandate. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 658, Sec. 1.5. (AB 1821) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  72. 51210.1.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Course of Study, Grades 1 to 6 [51210 - 51212] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    Selected school districts must report compliance with the physical education rule, and noncompliant districts must file a corrective action plan; the section does not apply to high schools.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Course of Study, Grades 1 to 6 [51210 - 51212] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51210.1. (a) (1) The Legislature finds and declares all of the following: (A) The Education Code currently mandates 200 minutes of physical education every 10 schooldays for pupils in elementary school. Recent studies have shown that the vast majority of children and youth are not physically fit. (B) According to a March 1997 report by the Centers for Disease Control, the percentage of children and adolescents who are overweight has more than doubled in the last 30 years. Most of this increase occurred within the last 10 years. (C) Nearly 40 percent of children of ages five to eight years have health conditions that significantly increase their risk of early heart disease. (D) Some 70 percent of girls, and 40 percent of boys, who are from 6 to 12 years of age do not have enough muscle strength to do more than one pullup. (E) Most children lead inactive lives. On the average, first through fourth graders spend two hours watching television on schooldays and spend close to three and one-half hours watching television on weekend days. (2) It is, therefore, the intent of the Legislature that all children shall have access to a high-quality, comprehensive, and developmentally appropriate physical education program on a regular basis. (b) (1) Each school district selected by the Superintendent of Public Instruction pursuant to paragraph (2) shall report to the Superintendent of Public Instruction in the Coordinated Compliance Review as to the extent of its compliance with subdivision (g) of Section 51210 for grades 1 to 6, inclusive, during that school year. (2) The Superintendent of Public Instruction shall select not less than 10 percent of the school districts of the state to report compliance with the provisions set forth in paragraph (1). The school districts selected shall provide a random and accurate sampling of the state as a whole. (c) For purposes of determining compliance with paragraphs (1) and (2) of subdivision (b), the Superintendent of Public Instruction shall not count the time spent in recesses and the lunch period. (d) A school district that fails to comply with the existing statutory requirements shall issue a corrective action plan to the State Department of Education in accordance with the Coordinated Compliance Review process. (e) This section shall not be applicable to high schools. (Added by renumbering Section 51223.1 by Stats. 2002, Ch. 943, Sec. 4. Effective January 1, 2003.)
  73. 51210.2.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Course of Study, Grades 1 to 6 [51210 - 51212] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The Legislature says physical fitness and motor development in elementary schools are important and encourages districts to choose one of two physical education options.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Course of Study, Grades 1 to 6 [51210 - 51212] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51210.2. (a) The Legislature hereby finds and declares that the physical fitness and motor development of children in the public elementary schools is of equal importance to that of other elements of the curriculum. (b) It is, therefore, the intent of the Legislature to encourage each school district maintaining an elementary school composed of any of grades 1 to 6, inclusive, to do one of the following: (1) Employ a credentialed physical education teacher to provide instruction in physical education for each class of grades 1 to 6, inclusive, within any elementary school in the district for a total period of time of not less than 200 minutes each 10 schooldays, exclusive of recesses and the lunch period. (2) Provide each teacher providing instruction in physical education to any of grades 1 to 6, inclusive, within any elementary school in the district with yearly theoretical practical training in developmental physical education, as set forth in the Physical Education Framework adopted by the State Department of Education pursuant to Section 33350, except that any teacher who has successfully completed one college level course in elementary physical education shall not be subject to this paragraph. (Added by Stats. 2002, Ch. 943, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 2003.)
  74. 51210.3.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Course of Study, Grades 1 to 6 [51210 - 51212] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    A school district board may appoint a credentialed elementary teacher as a science coach or provide staff development, and a designated teacher must help develop and deliver an experimental science curriculum and coach other teachers.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Course of Study, Grades 1 to 6 [51210 - 51212] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51210.3. (a) The governing board of a school district may designate a credentialed teacher at each elementary school as a science coach, or provide staff development to teachers, in order to accomplish the objectives described in subdivision (b), as determined by the governing board. (b) The designated teacher shall do all of the following: (1) Develop, coordinate, and provide instruction in a science curriculum that incorporates experimentation. The curriculum shall be aligned to the California standards for investigation and experimentation, and be designed to develop all of the following: (A) Understanding of basic scientific facts and principles. (B) Mathematics skills. (C) Reading comprehension. (D) Analytical and intellectual skills required to pose and answer questions. (2) Act as a coach for other teachers at the school in the provision of a science curriculum based on experimentation. (c) This section does not preclude the assignment of duties to a science coach that are not listed in subdivision (b) and relate to developing, coordinating, and providing instruction in a science curriculum that incorporates experimentation. (Added by Stats. 2006, Ch. 549, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 2007.)
  75. 51210.4.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Course of Study, Grades 1 to 6 [51210 - 51212] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The State Department of Education must add nutrition education content to the health curriculum framework when it is next revised.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Course of Study, Grades 1 to 6 [51210 - 51212] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51210.4. The State Department of Education shall incorporate nutrition education curriculum content into the health curriculum framework at its next revision. This curriculum shall focus on pupils’ eating behaviors, be based on theories and methods proven effective by published research. Nutrition education shall be designed to help pupils learn all of the following: (a) Nutritional knowledge, including but not limited to, the benefits of healthy eating, essential nutrients, nutritional deficiencies, principles of healthy weight management, the use and misuse of dietary supplements, and safe food preparation, handling, and storage. (b) Nutrition-related skills, including, but not limited to, planning a healthy meal, understanding and using food labels, and critically evaluating nutrition information, misinformation, and commercial food advertising. (c) How to assess their own personal eating habits, set goals for improvement, and achieve those goals by using the Food Guide Pyramid, Dietary Guidelines for Americans, Nutrition Fact Labels, and the Physical Activity Pyramid. (Added by Stats. 2002, Ch. 1163, Sec. 3. Effective January 1, 2003.)
  76. 51210.5.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Course of Study, Grades 1 to 6 [51210 - 51212] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    Schools may include grade-level violence awareness and prevention instruction in the listed subjects if the governing board thinks it is appropriate and it fits the adopted course of study.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Course of Study, Grades 1 to 6 [51210 - 51212] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51210.5. The instruction in all areas of study specified in subdivisions (a) to (g), inclusive, of Section 51210 as deemed appropriate by the governing board and consistent with the adopted course of study for each subject area, may include grade-level appropriate instruction on violence awareness and prevention, which may include personal testimony in the form of oral or video histories that illustrate the economic and cultural effects of violence within a city, the state, and the country. (Added by Stats. 2013, Ch. 497, Sec. 1. (SB 552) Effective January 1, 2014.)
  77. 51210.8.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Course of Study, Grades 1 to 6 [51210 - 51212] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The State Board of Education must adopt health education content standards by March 1, 2008, based on the Superintendent’s recommendations.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Course of Study, Grades 1 to 6 [51210 - 51212] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51210.8. (a) On or before March 1, 2008, based on recommendations of the Superintendent, the State Board of Education shall adopt content standards in the curriculum area of health education. (b) The content standards shall provide a framework for instruction that a school may offer in the curriculum area of health education. This section does not require a school to follow the content standards. (c) The content standards described in subdivision (a) shall only be developed if sufficient funds from any source are made available for that purpose, including state, federal, or private sources. (Added by Stats. 2005, Ch. 645, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 2006.)
  78. 51212.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Course of Study, Grades 1 to 6 [51210 - 51212] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The Legislature states its intent to encourage school districts to establish world language instruction programs, beginning as early as feasible.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Course of Study, Grades 1 to 6 [51210 - 51212] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51212. It is the intent and purpose of the Legislature to encourage the establishment of programs of instruction in world language, with instruction beginning as early as feasible for each school district. (Amended by Stats. 2018, Ch. 865, Sec. 15. (AB 2319) Effective January 1, 2019.)
  79. 51220.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    Grades 7 to 12 must include courses in specified subject areas, and the governing board may prescribe other studies.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51220. The adopted course of study for grades 7 to 12, inclusive, shall offer courses in the following areas of study: (a) English, including knowledge of and appreciation for literature, language, and composition, and the skills of reading, listening, and speaking. (b) (1) Social sciences, drawing upon the disciplines of anthropology, economics, geography, history, political science, psychology, and sociology, designed to fit the maturity of the pupils. Instruction shall provide a foundation for understanding the history, resources, development, and government of California and the United States of America; instruction in our American legal system, the operation of the juvenile and adult criminal justice systems, and the rights and duties of citizens under the criminal and civil law and the State and Federal Constitutions; the development of the American economic system, including the role of the entrepreneur and labor; personal financial literacy; the relations of persons to their human and natural environment; eastern and western cultures and civilizations; human rights issues, with particular attention to the study of the inhumanity of genocide, slavery, and the Holocaust, and, to the extent instruction is provided on the Spanish colonization of California or the Gold Rush Era, the treatment and perspectives of Native Americans during those periods; and contemporary issues. (2) For purposes of this subdivision, genocide may include the Armenian Genocide. The “Armenian Genocide” means the torture, starvation, and murder of 1,500,000 Armenians, which included death marches into the Syrian desert, by the rulers of the Ottoman Turkish Empire and the exile of more than 500,000 innocent people during the period from 1915 to 1923, inclusive. (c) World language or languages, beginning not later than grade 7, designed to develop a facility for understanding, speaking, reading, and writing the particular language. (d) Physical education, with emphasis given to physical activities that are conducive to health and to vigor of body and mind, as required by Section 51222. (e) Science, including the physical and biological aspects, with emphasis on basic concepts, theories, and processes of scientific investigation, on the place of humans in ecological systems, on the causes and effects of climate change, on the methods to mitigate and adapt to climate change, and with appropriate applications of the interrelation and interdependence of the sciences. Appropriate coursework including material on the causes and effects of climate change and methods to mitigate and adapt to climate change shall be offered to pupils as soon as possible, commencing no later than the 2024–25 school year. (f) Mathematics, including instruction designed to develop mathematical understandings, operational skills, and insight into problem solving procedures. (g) Visual and performing arts, including dance, music, theater, and visual arts, with emphasis upon development of aesthetic appreciation and the skills of creative expression. (h) Applied arts, including instruction in the areas of consumer education, family and consumer sciences education, industrial arts, general business education, or general agriculture. (i) Career technical education designed and conducted for the purpose of preparing youth for gainful employment in the occupations and in the numbers that are appropriate to the personnel needs of the state and the community served and relevant to the career desires and needs of the pupils. (j) Automobile driver education, designed to develop a knowledge of the Vehicle Code and other laws of this state relating to the operation of motor vehicles, a proper acceptance of personal responsibility in traffic, a true appreciation of the causes, seriousness, and consequences of traffic accidents, and the knowledge and attitudes necessary for the safe operation of motor vehicles. A course in automobile driver education shall include education in the safe operation of motorcycles. (k) Other studies that the governing board may prescribe. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 810, Sec. 1.5. (AB 1871) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  80. 51220.1.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    Automobile driver education must be designed to teach about the dangers of consuming alcohol or drugs when operating a motor vehicle.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51220.1. In addition to the requirements specified in subdivision (j) of Section 51220, automobile driver education shall be designed to develop a knowledge of the dangers involved in consuming alcohol or drugs in connection with the operation of a motor vehicle. (Added by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1455, Sec. 2.)
  81. 51220.2.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    A teen court or peer court program may be used as part of instruction on the American legal system, and if used, it must include specified components.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51220.2. (a) For purposes of subdivision (b) of Section 51220, “instruction in our American legal system, the operation of the juvenile and adult criminal justice systems, and the rights and duties of citizens under the criminal and civil law and the State and Federal Constitutions” may include participation in a teen court or peer court program as described in subdivision (b). (b) A teen court or peer court program shall include each of the following components: (1) Adjudicates nonviolent misdemeanor offenses committed by pupils in which both the defendant and the defendant’s parents agree to participate in the teen court or peer court proceedings and agree to abide by the teen court’s or peer court’s ruling. (2) Uses other pupils as jurors, district attorney, counsel for the defense, bailiff, and court clerk. (3) Operates in cooperation with the court, probation department, district attorney, and public defender. (Added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 607, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 1995.)
  82. 51220.3.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    Instruction in the listed subject areas may include grade-level violence awareness and prevention content.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51220.3. The instruction in all areas of study specified in subdivisions (a) to (j), inclusive, of Section 51220 as deemed appropriate by the governing board and consistent with the adopted course of study for each subject area, may include grade-level appropriate instruction on violence awareness and prevention, which may include personal testimony in the form of oral or video histories that illustrate the economic and cultural effects of violence within a city, the state, and the country. (Added by Stats. 2013, Ch. 497, Sec. 2. (SB 552) Effective January 1, 2014.)
  83. 51220.4.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    A driver education course must include instruction on motorists’ and pedestrians’ rights and duties, plus a DOJ video on proper conduct during traffic stops.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51220.4. For purposes of subdivision (j) of Section 51220, a course in automobile driver education shall include, but is not limited to, both of the following: (a) Education regarding the rights and duties of a motorist as those rights and duties pertain to pedestrians and the rights and duties of pedestrians as those rights and duties pertain to traffic laws and traffic safety. (b) Viewing the Department of Justice’s video on proper conduct during traffic stops created pursuant to Section 1656.1 of the Vehicle Code. (Amended by Stats. 2022, Ch. 332, Sec. 1. (AB 2537) Effective January 1, 2023.)
  84. 51220.5.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    Schools must include parenting skills and education in grade 7 or 8, and state officials must provide a sample curriculum and funding-source notice.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51220.5. (a) The Legislature finds and declares the following: (1) The family is our most fundamental social institution and the means by which we care for, prepare, and train our children to be productive members of society. (2) Social research shows increasingly that the disintegration of the family is a major cause of increased welfare enrollment, child abuse and neglect, juvenile delinquency, and criminal activity. (3) The lack of knowledge of parenting skills and the lack of adequate preparation to assume parental responsibilities are not only major causes of family disintegration, but also contribute substantially to the disastrous consequences of teen pregnancy. (4) Because the state government bears much of the economic and social burden associated with the disintegration of the family in California, the state has a legitimate and vital interest in adequately preparing its residents for parenthood. (b) The Legislature recognizes that the public education system is the most efficient and effective means to educate the populace on a large-scale basis, and intends, therefore, to use the public education system to ensure that each California resident has an opportunity to acquire knowledge of parenting skills prior to becoming a parent. That knowledge should include, at a bare minimum, all of the following: (1) Child development and growth. (2) Effective parenting. (3) Prevention of child abuse. (4) Nutrition. (5) Household finances and budgeting. (6) Personal and family interaction and relations. (7) Methods to promote self-esteem. (8) Effective decisionmaking skills. (9) Family and individual health. (c) Commencing with the 1995–96 fiscal year, the adopted course of study for grade 7 or 8 shall include the equivalent content of a one-semester course in parenting skills and education. All pupils entering grade 7 on or after July 1, 1995, shall be offered that course or its equivalent content during grade 7 or 8, or both. On or before January 1, 1995, the State Department of Education shall supply, to each school district that includes a grade 7 or 8, a sample curriculum suitable either for implementation as a stand-alone one-semester course or for incorporation within identified existing required or optional courses, with content designed to develop a knowledge of topics including, but not limited to, all of the following: (1) Child growth and development. (2) Parental responsibilities. (3) Household budgeting. (4) Child abuse and neglect issues. (5) Personal hygiene. (6) Maintaining healthy relationships. (7) Teen parenting issues. (8) Self-esteem. A district that implements the curriculum set forth in this subdivision in a stand-alone required course may exempt a pupil from the course if the pupil requests the exemption and satisfactorily demonstrates mastery of the course content. The district shall determine the method by which a pupil may demonstrate this mastery. (d) Commencing with the 1993–94 fiscal year, community college districts may offer, to interested individuals, noncredit fee-supported courses in parenting skills and education as described in subdivision (c). (e) This section is not intended to replace existing courses that accomplish the intent of this section. School districts may meet the requirements of this section with existing courses of study offered in any of grades 6 to 9, inclusive, that includes the course contents identified in subdivision (c). When the parenting skills and education curriculum is incorporated within courses other than consumer and home economics courses, these courses are not subject to the curricular standards specified in Section 2 of Chapter 775 of the Statutes of 1989 or in the consumer and home economics education model performance standards and framework. Teachers of courses other than consumer and home economics that incorporate parenting skills and education are not required to meet the qualifications specified for teachers of consumer and home economics. (f) This section shall become operative only if a funding source is identified by the Superintendent of Public Instruction for the purposes of this section on or before January 1, 1995. (g) The Superintendent of Public Instruction shall identify the funding source for this section from existing resources or private resources, or both, that may be available for the purposes of this section. The superintendent shall notify school districts when sufficient funds have been identified and are allocated to cover all costs relating to the operation of this section. (Amended by Stats. 1993, Ch. 637, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 1994. Section conditionally operative by its own provisions.)
  85. 51220.6.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    Private schools generally do not have to offer driver education or driver training, but if a private secondary school wants DMV-issued completion certificates for distance-learning driver education, several conditions must be met.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51220.6. (a) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a private school is not required to offer courses in driver education or driver training. (b) This section shall not be construed to require a private school to offer automobile driver education that meets the requirements of this chapter unless the private school requests the Department of Motor Vehicles to issue a certificate of satisfactory completion form. (c) For purposes of subdivision (j) of Section 51220, Section 51220.1, and subparagraph (A) of paragraph (3) of subdivision (a) of Section 12814.6 of the Vehicle Code, the satisfactory completion by a pupil of an Internet-based, correspondence, or other distance-learning course in automobile driver education offered by a private secondary school satisfies the driver education instructional requirements of those provisions and the Department of Motor Vehicles shall issue certificates of satisfactory completion forms if all of the following conditions are met: (1) The private secondary school has a current affidavit or statement on file in compliance with Section 33190. (2) The private secondary school utilizes the Department of Motor Vehicles’ driver education curriculum developed under subdivision (f) of former Section 12814.8 of the Vehicle Code for providing the automobile driver education course, or the private school certifies to the Department of Motor Vehicles that the curriculum used is educationally equivalent to the Department of Motor Vehicles’ curriculum. (3) All certificates issued to a private school by the Department of Motor Vehicles shall remain under the exclusive control of that school. A school shall only issue a certificate to a student who is enrolled in the private school, and has successfully completed a driver education course offered by that school. (4) All course curriculums contain the school name, school address, and telephone number. (5) Internet web pages or CD courses are reasonably secure and protected from unauthorized access, modifications, or extraction of confidential data. (6) Test questions for Internet and CD courses are secured and randomly extracted to safeguard from copying. (Repealed and added by Stats. 2005, Ch. 314, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 2006.)
  86. 51221.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    Social science instruction required by Section 51220 must also include a foundation for understanding the wise use of natural resources.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51221. Instruction required by subdivision (b) of Section 51220 in the area of study of social sciences shall also provide a foundation for understanding the wise use of natural resources. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  87. 51221.1.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    Creates the California Teachers Collaborative for Holocaust and Genocide Education and assigns it duties to build and support statewide genocide and Holocaust education programs for teachers.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51221.1. (a) As used in this section, the following definitions apply: (1) “Collaborative” means the California Teachers Collaborative for Holocaust and Genocide Education. (2) “Genocide” means, as defined by the United Nations Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide, any of the following acts committed with the intent to destroy, in whole or in part, a national, ethnic, racial, or religious group: (A) Killing members of the group. (B) Causing serious bodily or mental harm to members of the group. (C) Deliberately inflicting on the group conditions of life calculated to bring about, in whole or in part, its physical destruction. (D) Imposing measures intended to prevent births within the group. (E) Forcibly transferring children of the group to another group. (3) “Holocaust,” as described by the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, was the systematic, bureaucratic, state-sponsored persecution and murder of 6,000,000 European Jews by the Nazi regime and its allies and collaborators; the Nazis also targeted other groups for persecution and murder, including Roma, people with disabilities, some Slavic peoples, especially Poles and Russians, Black people, communists, socialists, Jehovah’s Witnesses, gay men, and people the Nazis called “asocials” and “professional criminals.” (b) The California Teachers Collaborative for Holocaust and Genocide Education is hereby established. The collaborative shall be responsible for establishing a statewide teacher professional development program on genocide, including the Holocaust, for school district, county office of education, and charter school teachers. (c) The collaborative shall consist of leading genocide and Holocaust education organizations and institutions, genocide survivors, educators, and community leaders. (d) The collaborative’s mission is to ensure that genocide, including Holocaust, education is taught consistent with the current content standards, curriculum frameworks, and instructional materials adopted by the state board, and any other requirements of this code, including, but not limited to, Sections 51204.5 and 60040, in ways that are interdisciplinary and age-appropriate to pupils of different grade levels. (e) In addition to focusing on education regarding the Holocaust and other genocides, including, but not limited to, those of the Armenian, Bosnian, Cambodian, Guatemalan, Indigenous American, Rwandan, and Uyghur peoples, the collaborative shall focus on education to identify and confront antisemitism and hate in modern society. (f) The duties of the collaborative shall include, but are not limited to, both of the following: (1) Developing and providing curriculum resources on genocide and Holocaust education. (2) Providing a statewide teacher professional development program on genocide and Holocaust education. (g) Subject to available funding, the collaborative duties may include all of the following: (1) Distributing grants to genocide and Holocaust education organizations and institutions to provide teacher training programs, and developing innovative academic standards-based curricula and digital tools, consistent with the purposes of this section. (2) Creating a robust digital library of lesson plans and resources on genocide, including Holocaust, education that align with the academic standards, distributing these lesson plans to school districts, county offices of education, and charter schools statewide, and supporting teachers with the successful implementation of the lesson plans through workshops, conferences, and digital tools. (3) Organizing statewide and regional workshops, and providing participating teachers with transportation and accommodation. (4) Launching and maintaining an internet website that serves as a central hub for sharing the latest educational resources, including curricula and other materials, and best practices on genocide education to provide access to all California teachers of pupils in any of grades 6 to 12, inclusive, and increasing the use of high-quality resources, in school districts, county offices of education, and charter schools. (5) Evaluating the implementation and administration of this section annually to assess whether teaching about genocide, including the Holocaust, has improved, and whether the mission of the collaborative, as described in subdivision (d), has been met. (6) Providing, as determined by the department, annual verbal or written reports to the department and the Legislature, pursuant to Section 9795 of the Government Code, on the collaborative’s achievement of its mission, as described in subdivision (d). (h) The implementation of this section is contingent upon an appropriation for its purposes in the annual Budget Act or another statute. (Added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 890, Sec. 2. (SB 1277) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  88. 51221.2.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The department must notify grades 7–12 local educational agencies about Holocaust and genocide education, and the Superintendent must create and regulate a grant program for related education and professional development.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51221.2. (a) (1) The department shall issue a notice to all local educational agencies serving pupils in any of grades 7 to 12, inclusive, clarifying that social science instruction provided pursuant to subdivision (b) of Section 51220 is designed to provide a foundation for the understanding of human rights issues with particular attention to the study of the inhumanity of genocide, slavery, and the Holocaust. In furtherance of this instruction, the notice shall advise these local educational agencies of all of the following: (A) Holocaust and genocide education are part of the adopted History-Social Science Content Standards and Framework adopted by the state board. (B) The History-Social Science Framework adopted by the state board provides information about instruction on the Holocaust and genocide. (2) The department shall include, within the notice described in paragraph (1), information about the existing resources available to support local educational agencies and teachers in the instruction of Holocaust and genocide education. (3) The department is authorized to issue a survey to local educational agencies, no more than two years after these local educational agencies are issued the notice described in paragraph (1), on the status of Holocaust and genocide instruction at their schools. (b) (1) The Superintendent shall establish the Holocaust and Genocide Education Grant Program to provide direct allocations to local educational agencies for the purposes of providing Holocaust and genocide education and professional development on Holocaust and genocide education. (2) Grants provided under the grant program shall be used to provide resources and opportunities related to Holocaust and genocide education, which may include, but are not limited to, any of the following: (A) Providing instructional materials on topics about the Holocaust and genocide. (B) Hosting an event or an organization at a schoolsite maintained by the local educational agency for purposes related to Holocaust or genocide education. (C) Financing teacher attendance at professional development opportunities focused on Holocaust and genocide education. (D) Hiring substitute teachers to support teacher attendance at professional development opportunities focused on Holocaust and genocide education. (E) Financing faculty and staff time to plan and facilitate local educational agency or school-based programs related to Holocaust and genocide education. (F) Financing transportation to events and educational opportunities related to Holocaust and genocide education. (3) The Superintendent shall adopt detailed regulations for the grant program, which shall include, but not be limited to, programmatic details, application criteria and deadlines, and reporting requirements on how allocations were spent. (c) The Holocaust and Genocide Education Grant Program Fund is hereby established in the State Treasury. Moneys in the fund shall be available, upon appropriation by the Legislature, to the Superintendent for purposes of the grant program established pursuant to subdivision (b). (d) For purposes of this section, the following definitions apply: (1) “Genocide” means, as defined by the United Nations Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide, any of the following acts committed with the intent to destroy, in whole or in part, a national, ethnic, racial, or religious group: (A) Killing members of the group. (B) Causing serious bodily or mental harm to members of the group. (C) Deliberately inflicting on the group conditions of life calculated to bring about, in whole or in part, its physical destruction. (D) Imposing measures intended to prevent births within the group. (E) Forcibly transferring children of the group to another group. (2) “Holocaust,” as described by the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, was the systematic, bureaucratic, state-sponsored persecution and murder of 6,000,000 European Jews by the Nazi regime and its allies and collaborators; the Nazis also targeted other groups for persecution and murder, including Roma, people with disabilities, some Slavic peoples, especially Poles and Russians, Black people, communists, socialists, Jehovah’s Witnesses, gay men, and people the Nazis called “asocials” and “professional criminals.” (3) “Local educational agency” means a school district, county office of education, or charter school. (Added by Stats. 2025, Ch. 761, Sec. 1. (SB 472) Effective January 1, 2026.)
  89. 51221.3.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    Social sciences instruction may include World War II, the American role in it, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, Filipinos’ role in World War II, and the Bracero program.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51221.3. (a) Instruction in the area of social sciences, as required pursuant to subdivision (b) of Section 51220, may include instruction on World War II and the American role in that war. The Legislature encourages this instruction to include, but not be limited to, a component drawn from personal testimony, especially in the form of oral or video histories, if available, of American soldiers who were involved in World War II and those men and women who contributed to the war effort on the homefront. The oral histories used as part of the instruction regarding World War II shall exemplify the personal sacrifice and courage of the wide range of ordinary citizens who were called upon to participate. The oral histories shall contain the views and comments of their subjects regarding the reasons for American participation in World War II and the actions taken to end the war in the Pacific. These oral histories shall also solicit comments from their subjects regarding the aftermath of World War II in Eastern Europe and the former Soviet Union. (b) The Legislature finds and declares that the current state-adopted academic content standards already include instruction on the Korean War and the Vietnam War in the appropriate grade level consistent with those standards. The Legislature encourages that this instruction include a component drawn from personal testimony, especially in the form of oral or video histories, if available, of American soldiers who were involved in those wars. (c) (1) The Legislature encourages the instruction required pursuant to subdivision (b) of Section 51220 to include instruction on World War II and the role of Filipinos in that war, consisting of an accurate history of the contributions of the Filipino American veterans who fought courageously in the United States Army for freedom and democracy in World War II under the leadership of General Douglas MacArthur. (2) The Legislature encourages the instruction described in paragraph (1) to include a component drawn from personal testimony, especially in the form of oral or video histories of Filipinos who were involved in World War II and those men and women who contributed to the war effort on the homefront. The oral histories used as a part of the instruction regarding the role of Filipinos in World War II are encouraged to do all of the following: (A) Exemplify the personal sacrifice and courage of the wide range of ordinary citizens who were called upon to participate and to provide intelligence for the United States. (B) Contain the views and comments of their subjects regarding the reasons for their participation in World War II. (C) Solicit comments from their subjects regarding the aftermath of World War II and the immigration of Filipinos to the United States. (d) (1) Instruction in the area of social sciences, as required pursuant to subdivision (b) of Section 51220, may include instruction on the Bracero program. (2) The instruction described in paragraph (1) may include a component drawn from personal testimony, especially in the form of oral or video histories of individuals who were involved with the Bracero program. Oral histories used as part of the instruction regarding the Bracero program may do all of the following: (A) Exemplify the economic and cultural effects of the Bracero program during and after World War II, including, but not limited to, its effects on the railroad system, agriculture, and immigration in California and the United States of America. (B) Contain the views and comments of their subjects regarding the reasons for their participation in the Bracero program and their immigrant story, generally. (3) This subdivision shall be carried out in a manner that does not result in new duties or programs being imposed on a school district. In that regard, the Legislature finds and declares that this subdivision does not mandate costs to local agencies or school districts and that materials used to comply with this subdivision shall be part of normal curriculum materials purchased by school districts in their normal course of business and purchasing cycles. (Amended by Stats. 2012, Ch. 211, Sec. 1. (SB 993) Effective January 1, 2013.)
  90. 51221.4.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The Legislature encourages social-sciences instruction that may include the Vietnam War, the “Secret War” in Laos, and the role of Southeast Asians, and it says the section should not create new duties or programs for school districts.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51221.4. (a) The Legislature encourages instruction in the area of social sciences, as required pursuant to subdivision (b) of Section 51220, which may include instruction on the Vietnam war including the “Secret War” in Laos and the role of Southeast Asians in that war. The Legislature encourages that this instruction include, but not be limited to, a component drawn from personal testimony, especially in the form of oral or video history of Southeast Asians who were involved in the Vietnam war and those men and women who contributed to the war effort on the homefront. The oral histories used as a part of the instruction regarding the role of Southeast Asians in the Vietnam war and the “Secret War” in Laos shall exemplify the personal sacrifice and courage of the wide range of ordinary citizens who were called upon to participate and provide intelligence for the United States. The oral histories shall contain the views and comments of their subjects regarding the reasons for their participation in the war. These oral histories shall also solicit comments from their subjects regarding the aftermath of the war and the immigration of Southeast Asians to the United States. (b) This section shall be carried out in a manner that does not result in any new duties or programs being imposed on the school district. In that regard, the Legislature finds and declares that this section does not mandate costs to local agencies or school districts and that materials used to comply with this section shall be part of normal curriculum materials purchased by school districts in their normal course of business and purchasing cycles. (Amended by Stats. 2007, Ch. 130, Sec. 73. Effective January 1, 2008.)
  91. 51221.5.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    This section says “vocational-technical education” means the same as “career technical education” for purposes of the code.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51221.5. For the purposes of this code, the phrase “vocational-technical education” shall have the same meaning as “career technical education” as described in subdivision (i) of Section 51220. (Added by Stats. 2002, Ch. 988, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 2003.)
  92. 51222.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    Pupils generally must attend physical education for at least 400 minutes every 10 schooldays, with specified exceptions and alternate scheduling rules.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51222. (a) All pupils, except pupils excused or exempted pursuant to Section 51241, shall be required to attend upon the courses of physical education for a total period of time of not less than 400 minutes each 10 schooldays, except as provided in subdivision (c). Any pupil may be excused from physical education classes during one of grades 10, 11, or 12 for not to exceed 24 clock hours in order to participate in automobile driver training. A pupil who is excused from physical education classes to enroll in driver training shall attend upon a minimum of 7,000 minutes of physical education instruction during such school year. (b) The governing board of each school district that maintains a high school and that elects to exempt pupils from required attendance in physical education courses pursuant to paragraph (1) or (2) or both of subdivision (b) of Section 51241 shall offer those pupils so exempted a variety of elective physical education courses of not less than 400 minutes each 10 schooldays. (c) The governing board of a school district that maintains any of grades 6 to 12, inclusive, may adopt a policy providing for an alternate term schedule for physical education courses, which shall be deemed to satisfy the requirements of a course in physical education for purposes of subparagraph (F) of paragraph (1) of subdivision (a) of Section 51225.3, if all of the following conditions are met: (1) (A) For a pupil in grade 6, the pupil receives no less than 400 minutes of instruction every 10 schooldays for a semester of not fewer than 18 weeks during the regular school year, for a total of 3,600 instructional minutes for the school year. (B) For a pupil in grades 7 to 12, inclusive, the pupil receives no less than 800 minutes of instruction every 10 schooldays for a semester of not fewer than 18 weeks during the regular school year, for a total of 7,200 instructional minutes for the school year. (2) The physical education program is aligned with the physical education framework adopted by the state board in that it provides a sequential, articulated, age-appropriate program. (3) The physical education program complies with the course of study requirements of high school physical education programs specified in Article 3.1 (commencing with Section 10060) of Subchapter 1 of Chapter 10 of Division 1 of Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations, as applicable. (4) Pupils are prepared for, and participate in, the physical performance testing required pursuant to Section 60800. (d) (1) A complaint that a school district or county superintendent of schools has not complied with the instructional minute requirements of subdivision (a) or (c) may be filed with a school district or county superintendent of schools pursuant to the Uniform Complaint Procedures set forth in Chapter 5.1 (commencing with Section 4600) of Division 1 of Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations. (2) A complainant not satisfied with the decision of a school district or county superintendent of schools may appeal the decision to the department pursuant to Chapter 5.1 (commencing with Section 4600) of Division 1 of Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations and shall receive a written appeal decision within 60 days of the department’s receipt of the appeal. (3) If a school district or county superintendent of schools finds merit in a complaint, or the Superintendent finds merit in an appeal, the school district or county superintendent of schools shall provide a remedy to all affected pupils, parents, and guardians. (e) The Legislature finds and declares that neither the original provisions of this section, nor any subsequent amendments to it, were intended to create a private right of action. However, nothing in this subdivision shall restrict or expand the existing right of any party to seek relief from noncompliance with this section pursuant to a writ of mandate. (Amended by Stats. 2025, Ch. 88, Sec. 5. (AB 1216) Effective January 1, 2026.)
  93. 51223.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    Elementary schools with grades 1 to 8 must provide physical education for at least 200 minutes every 10 schooldays, not counting recess or lunch.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51223. (a) Notwithstanding Sections 51210 and 51222, instruction in physical education in an elementary school maintaining any of grades 1 to 8, inclusive, shall be for a total period of time of not less than 200 minutes each 10 schooldays, exclusive of recesses and the lunch period. (b) (1) A complaint that a school district or county superintendent of schools has not complied with the instructional minute requirements of subdivision (a) may be filed with a school district or county superintendent of schools pursuant to the Uniform Complaint Procedures set forth in Chapter 5.1 (commencing with Section 4600) of Division 1 of Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations. (2) A complainant not satisfied with the decision of a school district or county superintendent of schools may appeal the decision to the department pursuant to Chapter 5.1 (commencing with Section 4600) of Division 1 of Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations and shall receive a written appeal decision within 60 days of the department’s receipt of the appeal. (3) If a school district or county superintendent of schools finds merit in a complaint, or the Superintendent finds merit in an appeal, the school district or county superintendent of schools shall provide a remedy to all affected pupils, parents, and guardians. (c) The Legislature finds and declares that neither the original provisions of this section, nor any subsequent amendments to it, were intended to create a private right of action. However, nothing in this subdivision shall restrict or expand the existing right of any party to seek relief from noncompliance with this section pursuant to a writ of mandate. (Amended by Stats. 2015, Ch. 706, Sec. 2. (AB 1391) Effective October 9, 2015.)
  94. 51223.3.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    When the physical education framework is first revised on or after January 1, 2011, the state board and the Curriculum Development and Supplemental Materials Commission must include self-defense and safety instruction in the framework.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51223.3. (a) During the first revision of the physical education framework that occurs on or after January 1, 2011, the state board and the Curriculum Development and Supplemental Materials Commission shall include self-defense instruction and safety instruction in that framework for pupils in grades 7, 8, 9, 11, and 12. (b) As used in this section: (1) “Safety instruction” includes, but is not necessarily limited to, awareness and avoidance of potentially dangerous situations. (2) “Self-defense instruction” includes, but is not necessarily limited to, martial arts, boxing, and other defensive techniques. (Amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 296, Sec. 69. (AB 1023) Effective January 1, 2012.)
  95. 51224.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    A school district governing board that maintains a high school must prescribe courses of study for its pupils, including separate courses for adult-life skills and for college or career technical preparation.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51224. The governing board of any school district maintaining a high school shall prescribe courses of study designed to provide the skills and knowledge required for adult life for pupils attending the schools within its school district. The governing board shall prescribe separate courses of study, including, but not limited to, a course of study designed to prepare prospective pupils for admission to state colleges and universities and a course of study for career technical training. (Amended by Stats. 2000, Ch. 1058, Sec. 39. Effective January 1, 2001.)
  96. 51224.5.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    Grades 7 to 12 must include algebra, and high school students generally must complete a course meeting Algebra I or Mathematics I rigor before graduating.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51224.5. (a) The adopted course of study for grades 7 to 12, inclusive, shall include algebra as part of the mathematics area of study pursuant to subdivision (f) of Section 51220. (b) Before receiving a diploma of graduation from high school, a pupil shall complete at least one course, or a combination of the two courses required for graduation pursuant to subparagraph (B) of paragraph (1) of subdivision (a) of Section 51225.3, that meets or exceeds the rigor of Algebra I or Mathematics I, that is aligned to the content standards adopted by the state board pursuant to Sections 60605.8 and 60605.11. (c) A pupil who, before enrollment in grade 9, completes a course in Algebra I or Mathematics I, or mathematics courses of equal rigor, that is aligned to the content standards adopted by the state board, is exempt from subdivision (b), but is not exempt from the requirement that the pupil complete two courses in mathematics while enrolled in grades 9 to 12, inclusive, as specified in subparagraph (B) of paragraph (1) of subdivision (a) of Section 51225.3. (d) A pupil who has completed a course or courses that meet or exceed the content standards for Algebra I adopted by the state board pursuant to Section 60605, as that section read on June 30, 2011, shall be deemed to have satisfied the graduation requirement specified in subdivision (b). (Amended by Stats. 2015, Ch. 165, Sec. 1. (AB 220) Effective January 1, 2016.)
  97. 51224.7.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    Local educational agencies serving grade 9 pupils must adopt and post a fair, objective, transparent mathematics placement policy by the 2016–17 school year, and report annual aggregate placement results.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51224.7. (a) This act shall be known, and may be cited, as the California Mathematics Placement Act of 2015. (b) Governing boards or bodies of local educational agencies that serve pupils entering grade 9 and that have not adopted a fair, objective, and transparent mathematics placement policy, as described in paragraphs (1) to (5), inclusive, as of January 1, 2016, shall, before the beginning of the 2016–17 school year, develop and adopt, in a regularly scheduled public meeting, a fair, objective, and transparent mathematics placement policy for pupils entering grade 9 that does all of the following: (1) Systematically takes multiple objective academic measures of pupil performance into consideration. For purposes of this paragraph, “objective academic measures” means measures, such as statewide mathematics assessments, including interim and summative assessments authorized pursuant to Section 60640, placement tests that are aligned to state-adopted content standards in mathematics, classroom assignment and grades, and report cards. (2) Includes at least one placement checkpoint within the first month of the school year to ensure accurate placement and permit reevaluation of individual pupil progress. (3) Requires examination of aggregate pupil placement data annually to ensure that pupils who are qualified to progress in mathematics courses based on their performance on objective academic measures selected for inclusion in the policy pursuant to paragraph (1) are not held back in a disproportionate manner on the basis of their race, ethnicity, gender, or socioeconomic background. The local educational agency shall report the aggregate results of this examination to the governing board or body of the local educational agency. (4) Offers clear and timely recourse for each pupil and his or her parent or legal guardian who questions the pupil’s placement. (5) For nonunified school districts, addresses the consistency of mathematics placement policies between elementary and high school districts. (c) Governing boards or bodies of local educational agencies serving pupils who are transitioning between elementary and middle school or elementary and junior high school may develop and implement a mathematics placement policy for these pupils, as applicable, that satisfies paragraphs (1) to (5), inclusive, of subdivision (b). (d) Each governing board or body of a local educational agency shall ensure that its mathematics placement policy is posted on its Internet Web site. (e) For purposes of this section, “local educational agency” means county office of education, school district, state special school, or charter school. (Added by Stats. 2015, Ch. 508, Sec. 2. (SB 359) Effective January 1, 2016.)
  98. 51225.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    Local educational agencies must exempt certain students from extra local coursework requirements and give them a chance to finish the statewide graduation coursework.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51225. (a) For purposes of this section, the following definitions apply: (1) “Governing body” means the governing board of a school district, the governing body of a charter school, or a county board of education, as applicable. (2) “Local educational agency” means a school district, charter school, or county office of education. (b) Notwithstanding any other law, a local educational agency shall do both of the following: (1) Exempt a pupil who was enrolled in the pupil’s third or fourth year of high school during the 2020–21 school year and who is not on track to graduate in four years from all coursework and other requirements adopted by the governing body that are in addition to the statewide coursework requirements specified in Section 51225.3. (2) Provide a pupil who was enrolled in the pupil’s third or fourth year of high school during the 2020–21 school year, and who is not on track to graduate in the 2020–21 or 2021–22 school years, the opportunity to complete the statewide coursework required for graduation pursuant to Section 51225.3, which opportunity may include, but is not limited to, completion of the coursework through a fifth year of instruction, credit recovery, or other opportunity to complete the required coursework. (Added by Stats. 2021, Ch. 41, Sec. 3. (AB 104) Effective July 1, 2021.)
  99. 51225.1.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    Local educational agencies must exempt qualifying transfer pupils from added local graduation requirements and follow notice, consultation, and reevaluation rules.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51225.1. (a) Notwithstanding any other law, a local educational agency, as defined in subdivision (t), shall exempt a pupil in foster care, as defined in subdivision (t), a pupil who is a homeless child or youth, as defined in Section 11434a(2) of Title 42 of the United States Code, a former juvenile court school pupil, as defined in Section 51225.2, a pupil who is a child of a military family, as defined in Section 49701, or a pupil who is a migratory child, as defined in subdivision (a) of Section 54441, who transfers between schools any time after the completion of the pupil’s second year of high school, or a newcomer pupil, as defined in Section 51225.2, and who is in their third or fourth year of high school, from all coursework and other requirements adopted by the governing body that are in addition to the statewide coursework requirements specified in Section 51225.3, unless the local educational agency makes a finding that the pupil is reasonably able to complete the local educational agency’s graduation requirements in time to graduate from high school by the end of the pupil’s fourth year of high school. (b) If the local educational agency determines that the pupil in foster care, the pupil who is a homeless child or youth, the former juvenile court school pupil, the pupil who is a child of a military family, the pupil who is a migratory child, or the newcomer pupil is reasonably able to complete the local educational agency’s graduation requirements within the pupil’s fifth year of high school, the local educational agency shall do all of the following: (1) Consult with the pupil and the person holding the right to make educational decisions for the pupil regarding the pupil’s option to remain in school for a fifth year to complete the local educational agency’s graduation requirements. (2) Consult with the pupil, and the person holding the right to make educational decisions for the pupil, about how remaining in school for a fifth year to complete the local educational agency’s graduation requirements will affect the pupil’s ability to gain admission to a postsecondary educational institution. (3) Consult with and provide information to the pupil about transfer opportunities available through the California Community Colleges. (4) Permit the pupil to stay in school for a fifth year to complete the local educational agency’s graduation requirements upon agreement with the pupil, if the pupil is 18 years of age or older, or, if the pupil is under 18 years of age, upon agreement with the person holding the right to make educational decisions for the pupil. (5) For a pupil in foster care or a pupil who is a homeless child or youth, consult with the pupil, and the person holding the right to make educational decisions for the pupil, regarding the pupil’s option to remain in the pupil’s school of origin, pursuant to Section 48852.7 for a pupil who is a homeless child or youth, or Section 48853.5 for a pupil in foster care. (c) To determine whether a pupil in foster care, a pupil who is a homeless child or youth, a former juvenile court school pupil, a pupil who is a child of a military family, or a pupil who is a migratory child is in the third or fourth year of high school, the number of credits the pupil has earned to the date of transfer, the length of the pupil’s school enrollment, or, for pupils with significant gaps in school attendance, the pupil’s age as compared to the average age of pupils in the third or fourth year of high school, may be used, whichever will qualify the pupil for the exemption. In the case of a newcomer pupil, enrollment in grade 11 or 12, based on the average age of pupils in the third or fourth year of high school, may be used to determine whether the pupil is in the pupil’s third or fourth year of high school. (d) (1) (A) Within 30 calendar days of the date that a pupil in foster care who may qualify for the exemption from local graduation requirements pursuant to this section transfers into a school, the local educational agency shall notify the pupil, the person holding the right to make educational decisions for the pupil, and the pupil’s social worker or probation officer of the availability of the exemption and whether the pupil qualifies for an exemption. (B) If the local educational agency fails to provide timely notice pursuant to subparagraph (A), the pupil described in subparagraph (A) shall be eligible for the exemption from local graduation requirements pursuant to this section once notified, even if that notification occurs after the termination of the court’s jurisdiction over the pupil, if the pupil otherwise qualifies for the exemption pursuant to this section. (2) (A) Within 30 calendar days of the date that a pupil who is a homeless child or youth who may qualify for the exemption from local graduation requirements pursuant to this section transfers into a school, the local educational agency shall notify the pupil, the person holding the right to make educational decisions for the pupil, and the local educational agency liaison for homeless children and youth designated pursuant to Section 11432(g)(1)(J)(ii) of Title 42 of the United States Code, of the availability of the exemption and whether the pupil qualifies for an exemption. (B) If the local educational agency fails to provide timely notice pursuant to subparagraph (A), the pupil described in subparagraph (A) shall be eligible for the exemption from local graduation requirements pursuant to this section once notified, even if that notification occurs after the pupil is no longer a homeless child or youth, if the pupil otherwise qualifies for the exemption pursuant to this section. (3) (A) Within 30 calendar days of the date that a former juvenile court school pupil who may qualify for the exemption from local graduation requirements pursuant to this section transfers into a school, the local educational agency shall notify the pupil, the person holding the right to make educational decisions for the pupil, and the pupil’s social worker or probation officer of the availability of the exemption and whether the pupil qualifies for an exemption. (B) If the local educational agency fails to provide timely notice pursuant to subparagraph (A), the pupil described in subparagraph (A) shall be eligible for the exemption from local graduation requirements pursuant to this section once notified, even if that notification occurs after termination of the court’s jurisdiction over the pupil, if the pupil otherwise qualifies for the exemption pursuant to this section. (4) (A) Within 30 calendar days of the date that a pupil who is a child of a military family who may qualify for the exemption from local graduation requirements pursuant to this section transfers into a school, the local educational agency shall notify the pupil and the pupil’s parent or guardian of the availability of the exemption and whether the pupil qualifies for an exemption. (B) If the local educational agency fails to provide timely notice pursuant to subparagraph (A), the pupil described in subparagraph (A) shall be eligible for the exemption from local graduation requirements pursuant to this section once notified, even if that notification occurs after the pupil no longer meets the definition of “children of military families” under Section 49701, if the pupil otherwise qualifies for the exemption pursuant to this section. (5) (A) Within 30 calendar days of the date that a pupil who is a migratory child who may qualify for the exemption from local graduation requirements pursuant to this section transfers into a school, the local educational agency shall notify the pupil and the pupil’s parent or guardian of the availability of the exemption and whether the pupil qualifies for an exemption. (B) If the local educational agency fails to provide timely notice pursuant to subparagraph (A), the pupil described in subparagraph (A) shall be eligible for the exemption from local graduation requirements pursuant to this section once notified, even if that notification occurs after the pupil no longer meets the definition of “migratory child” if the pupil otherwise qualifies for the exemption pursuant to this section. (6) (A) Within 30 calendar days of the date that a newcomer pupil who may qualify for the exemption from local graduation requirements pursuant to this section transfers into a school, the local educational agency shall notify the pupil and the pupil’s parent or guardian of the availability of the exemption and whether the pupil qualifies for an exemption. (B) If the local educational agency fails to provide timely notice pursuant to subparagraph (A), the pupil described in subparagraph (A) shall be eligible for the exemption from local graduation requirements pursuant to this section once notified, even if that notification occurs after the pupil no longer meets the definition of a “newcomer pupil” if the pupil otherwise qualifies for the exemption pursuant to this section. (e) If a pupil in foster care, a pupil who is a homeless child or youth, a former juvenile court school pupil, a pupil who is a child of a military family, a pupil who is a migratory child, or a newcomer pupil is exempted from local graduation requirements pursuant to this section and completes the statewide coursework requirements specified in Section 51225.3 before the end of the pupil’s fourth year of high school and that pupil would otherwise be entitled to remain in attendance at the school, a school, including a charter school, or school district shall not require or request that the pupil graduate before the end of the pupil’s fourth year of high school. (f) If a pupil in foster care, a pupil who is a homeless child or youth, a former juvenile court school pupil, a pupil who is a child of a military family, a pupil who is a migratory child, or a newcomer pupil is exempted from local graduation requirements pursuant to this section, in addition to providing notification of the exemption pursuant to subdivision (d), the local educational agency shall consult with the pupil and the person holding the right to make educational decisions for the pupil. The consultation shall include all of the following: (1) Discussion regarding how any of the requirements that are waived may affect the pupil’s postsecondary education or vocation plans, including the ability to gain admission to a postsecondary educational institution. (2) Discussion and information about other options available to the pupil, including, but not limited to, a fifth year of high school, possible credit recovery, and any transfer opportunities available through the California Community Colleges. (3) Consideration of the pupil’s academic data and any other information relevant to making an informed decision on whether to accept the exemption. (g) A pupil in foster care, a pupil who is a homeless child or youth, a former juvenile court school pupil, a pupil who is a child of a military family, a pupil who is a migratory child, or a newcomer pupil who is eligible for the exemption from local graduation requirements pursuant to this section and would otherwise be entitled to remain in attendance at the school shall not be required to accept the exemption or be denied enrollment in, or the ability to complete, courses for which the pupil is otherwise eligible, including courses necessary to attend an institution of higher education, regardless of whether those courses are required for statewide graduation requirements. (h) (1) If a pupil in foster care, a pupil who is a homeless child or youth, a former juvenile court school pupil, a pupil who is a child of a military family, a pupil who is a migratory child, or a newcomer pupil is not exempted from local graduation requirements or has previously declined the exemption pursuant to this section, a local educational agency shall exempt the pupil within 30 days of the date of the exemption request, if an exemption is requested by the pupil or the person holding the right to make educational decisions for the pupil and the pupil qualifies for the exemption. (2) If a pupil in foster care, a pupil who is a homeless child or youth, a former juvenile court school pupil, a pupil who is a child of a military family, a pupil who is a migratory child, or a newcomer pupil who was eligible for an exemption pursuant to this section, was not properly notified of the availability of the exemption pursuant to subdivision (d), or declined the exemption, a local educational agency nonetheless shall exempt the pupil within 30 days of the date of the exemption request, if an exemption is requested by the pupil or the person holding the right to make educational decisions for the pupil, and the pupil at one time qualified for the exemption, even if the pupil is no longer homeless, a child of a military family, a pupil who is a migratory child, a newcomer pupil, or the court’s jurisdiction over the pupil has terminated. (i) If a pupil in foster care, a pupil who is a homeless child or youth, a former juvenile court school pupil, a pupil who is a child of a military family, a pupil who is a migratory child, or a newcomer pupil is exempted from local graduation requirements pursuant to this section, a local educational agency shall not revoke the exemption. (j) (1) If a pupil in foster care is exempted from local graduation requirements pursuant to this section, the exemption shall continue to apply after the termination of the court’s jurisdiction over the pupil while the pupil is enrolled in school or if the pupil transfers to another school, including a charter school, or school district. (2) If a pupil who is a homeless child or youth is exempted from local graduation requirements pursuant to this section, the exemption shall continue to apply after the pupil is no longer a homeless child or youth while the pupil is enrolled in school or if the pupil transfers to another school, including a charter school, or school district. (3) If a former juvenile court school pupil is exempted from local graduation requirements pursuant to this section, the exemption shall continue to apply after the termination of the court’s jurisdiction over the pupil while the pupil is enrolled in school or if the pupil transfers to another school, including a charter school, or school district. (4) If a pupil who is a child of a military family is exempted from local graduation requirements pursuant to this section, the exemption shall continue to apply after the pupil no longer meets the definition of “children of military families” under Section 49701 while the pupil is enrolled in school or if the pupil transfers to another school, including a charter school, or school district. (5) If a pupil who is a migratory child is exempted from local graduation requirements pursuant to this section, the exemption shall continue to apply after the pupil no longer meets the definition of “migratory child” while the pupil is enrolled in school or if the pupil transfers to another school, including a charter school, or school district. (6) If a newcomer pupil is exempted from local graduation requirements pursuant to this section, the exemption shall continue to apply after the pupil no longer meets the definition of a “newcomer pupil” while the pupil is enrolled in school or if the pupil transfers to another school, including a charter school, or school district. (k) A local educational agency shall not require or request a pupil in foster care, a pupil who is a homeless child or youth, a former juvenile court school pupil, a pupil who is a child of a military family, or a pupil who is a migratory child to transfer schools in order to qualify the pupil for an exemption pursuant to this section. (l) (1) A pupil in foster care, the person holding the right to make educational decisions for the pupil, the pupil’s social worker, or the pupil’s probation officer shall not request a transfer solely to qualify the pupil for an exemption pursuant to this section. (2) A pupil who is a homeless child or youth, the person holding the right to make educational decisions for the pupil, or the local educational agency liaison for homeless children and youth designated pursuant to Section 11432(g)(1)(J)(ii) of Title 42 of the United States Code, shall not request a transfer solely to qualify the pupil for an exemption pursuant to this section. (3) A former juvenile court school pupil, the person holding the right to make educational decisions for the pupil, the pupil’s social worker, or the pupil’s probation officer shall not request a transfer solely to qualify the pupil for an exemption pursuant to this section. (4) A pupil who is a child of a military family, or the pupil’s parent or guardian, shall not request a transfer solely to qualify the pupil for an exemption pursuant to this section. (5) A pupil who is a migratory child, or the pupil’s parent or guardian, shall not request a transfer solely to qualify the pupil for an exemption pursuant to this section. (m) (1) A complaint of noncompliance with the requirements of this section may be filed with the local educational agency under the Uniform Complaint Procedures set forth in Chapter 5.1 (commencing with Section 4600) of Division 1 of Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations. (2) A complainant not satisfied with the decision of a local educational agency may appeal the decision to the department pursuant to Chapter 5.1 (commencing with Section 4600) of Division 1 of Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations and shall receive a written decision regarding the appeal within 60 days of the department’s receipt of the appeal. (3) If a local educational agency finds merit in a complaint, or the Superintendent finds merit in an appeal, the local educational agency shall provide a remedy to the affected pupil. (4) Information regarding the requirements of this section shall be included in the annual notification distributed to, among others, pupils, parents or guardians of pupils, employees, and other interested parties pursuant to Section 4622 of Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations. (n) (1) If a local educational agency determines that a pupil in foster care, a pupil who is a homeless child or youth, a former juvenile court school pupil, a pupil who is a child of a military family, or a pupil who is a migratory child and who transfers between schools any time after the completion of the pupil’s second year of high school, or a newcomer pupil who is in their third or fourth year of high school, is not reasonably able to complete the local educational agency’s graduation requirements within the pupil’s fifth year of high school, but is reasonably able to complete the statewide coursework requirements specified in Section 51225.3 within the pupil’s fifth year of high school, the local educational agency shall exempt a pupil from the local educational agency’s graduation requirements and provide the pupil the option to remain in school for a fifth year to complete the statewide coursework requirements. The local educational agency shall consult with the pupil and the person holding the right to make educational decisions for the pupil regarding all of the following: (A) The pupil’s option to remain in school for a fifth year to complete the statewide coursework requirements. (B) How waiving the local educational requirements and remaining in school for a fifth year may affect the pupil’s postsecondary education or vocation plans, including the ability to gain admission to an institution of higher education. (C) Whether any other options are available to the pupil, including, but not limited to, possible credit recovery, and any transfer opportunities available through the California Community Colleges. (D) The pupil’s academic data and any other information relevant to making an informed decision on whether to accept the exemption and option to remain in school for a fifth year to complete the statewide coursework requirements. (2) This subdivision shall become inoperative on January 1, 2028. (o) (1) If a pupil in foster care, a pupil who is a homeless child or youth, a former juvenile court school pupil, a pupil who is a child of a military family, or a pupil who is a migratory child is not eligible for an exemption pursuant to this section in the year in which the pupil transfers between schools, or for a newcomer pupil, is not eligible for an exemption pursuant to this section in the pupil’s third year of high school, because the local educational agency makes a finding that the pupil is reasonably able to complete the local educational agency’s graduation requirements in time to graduate from high school by the end of the pupil’s fourth year of high school, a local educational agency nonetheless shall reevaluate eligibility and provide written notice to the pupil, the person holding the right to make educational decisions for the pupil, and the pupil’s social worker or probation officer, if applicable, whether the pupil qualifies for an exemption within the first 30 calendar days of the following academic year, based on the course completion status of the pupil at the time of reevaluation to determine if the pupil continues to be reasonably able to complete the local educational agency’s graduation requirements in time to graduate from high school by the end of the pupil’s fourth year of high school. (2) If it is determined within the first 30 calendar days of the following academic year, that given their course completion status at that time of the reevaluation conducted pursuant to paragraph (1) that the pupil is not reasonably able to complete the local educational agency’s graduation requirements in time to graduate from high school by the end of the pupil’s fourth year of high school, the local educational agency shall provide the pupil with the option to receive an exemption from all coursework and other requirements adopted by the governing body of the local educational agency that are in addition to the statewide coursework requirements specified in Section 51225.3 or to stay in school for a fifth year to complete the local educational agency’s graduation requirements upon agreement with the pupil, if the pupil is 18 years of age or older, or, if the pupil is under 18 years of age, upon agreement with the person holding the right to make educational decisions for the pupil and provide notification of the availability of these options pursuant to subdivisions (b) and (d). (p) (1) This section shall apply to a pupil in foster care, a pupil who is a homeless child or youth, a former juvenile court school pupil, a pupil who is a child of a military family, a pupil who is a migratory child, or a newcomer pupil, who is enrolled in an adult education program, regardless of the pupil’s age. (2) This section shall apply to a pupil who is enrolled in an adult education program who, while enrolled in high school, was a pupil in foster care, a pupil who is a homeless child or youth, a former juvenile court school pupil, a pupil who is a child of a military family, a pupil who is a migratory child, or a newcomer pupil. (q) For a pupil who is an unaccompanied youth as defined in Section 11434a(6) of Title 42 of the United States Code, the “person holding the right to make educational decisions for the pupil” is the unaccompanied youth. (r) If a local educational agency or adult school offers to exempt a pupil in foster care, a pupil who is a homeless child or youth, a former juvenile court school pupil, a pupil who is a child of a military family, a pupil who is a migratory child, or a newcomer pupil from all coursework and other requirements adopted by the governing body of the local educational agency that are in addition to the statewide coursework requirements specified in Section 51225.3, it is in the sole discretion of the person holding the right to make educational decisions for the pupil, or the pupil themselves if they are 18 years of age or older, an unaccompanied youth as defined in Section 11434a(6) of Title 42 of the United States Code, or an unaccompanied minor who holds their own education rights, whether to accept the exemption, based on the pupil’s best educational interests. (s) Each local educational agency shall report to the department annually on the number of pupils who, for the prior school year, graduated with an exemption from the local educational agency’s graduation requirements that are in addition to the statewide coursework requirements. This data shall be reported for pupils graduating in the fourth year and fifth year cohorts, and shall be disaggregated by cohort, pupil category, race, and disability status. The department shall make this data publicly available on an annual basis aligned with other reporting timelines for the California dashboard graduation data. For purposes of this subdivision, “pupil category” means the categories of pupils identified in subdivision (a). (t) For purposes of this section, the following terms have the following meanings: (1) “Governing body” means the governing board of a school district or the governing body of a charter school, as applicable. (2) “Local educational agency” means a school district or charter school. (3) “Pupil in foster care” has the same meaning as foster child, defined in subdivision (a) of Section 48853.5. (4) “School” means a public school, including a charter school, that maintains any of grades 9 to 12, inclusive. (5) “Unaccompanied youth” means an unaccompanied youth between 12 to 24 years of age, inclusive, who is experiencing homelessness, as defined in subsection (2) of Section 725 of the federal McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. Sec. 11434a(2)). (Amended by Stats. 2023, Ch. 342, Sec. 2. (AB 714) Effective January 1, 2024.)
  100. 51225.2.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    Local educational agencies must accept and issue transfer credits for certain pupils, and they may not make those pupils retake completed courses.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51225.2. (a) For purposes of this section, the following definitions apply: (1) “Former juvenile court school pupil” means a pupil who, upon completion of the pupil’s second year of high school, transfers to a school district or charter school, excluding a school district operated by the Division of Juvenile Justice of the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, from a juvenile court school. (2) “Local educational agency” means a school district, county office of education, or charter school. (3) “Newcomer pupil” has the same meaning as “immigrant children and youth,” as defined in Section 7011(5) of Title 20 of the United States Code. (4) “Partial coursework satisfactorily completed” includes any portion of an individual course, even if the pupil did not complete the entire course. (5) “Pupil in foster care” has the same meaning as “foster child,” as that term is defined in subdivision (a) of Section 48853.5. (6) “Pupil who is a child of a military family” means a pupil who meets the definition of “children of military families” under Section 49701. (7) “Pupil who is a homeless child or youth” means a pupil who meets the definition of “homeless children and youths” in Section 11434a(2) of Title 42 of the United States Code. (8) “Pupil who is a migratory child” means a pupil who meets the definition of “currently migratory child” under subdivision (a) of Section 54441. (b) (1) Notwithstanding any other law, a local educational agency shall issue, and the new local educational agency shall accept, full or partial credit for all full or partial coursework satisfactorily completed by a pupil in foster care, a pupil who is a homeless child or youth, a former juvenile court school pupil, a pupil who is a child of a military family, a pupil who is a migratory child, or a newcomer pupil, while attending a public school, a juvenile court school, a charter school, a school in a country other than the United States, or a nonpublic, nonsectarian school. (2) The transferring local educational agency shall issue the full and partial credits on an official transcript for the pupil and shall ensure the transcript includes all of the following: (A) All full and partial credits and grades earned based on any measure of full or partial coursework being satisfactorily completed, including a determination of the days of enrollment or seat time, or both, if applicable, at a school of that local educational agency or a prior local educational agency, or any other public school, juvenile court school, charter school, school in a country other than the United States, or nonpublic, nonsectarian school. (B) The credits and grades for each school and local educational agency listed separately so it is clear where they were earned. (C) A complete record of the pupil’s seat time, including both period attendance and days of enrollment. (3) The new local educational agency shall transfer the credits and grades onto an official transcript of the new local educational agency for the pupil in the same manner as described in subparagraph (B) of paragraph (2) and pursuant to the requirements of subdivision (c). (4) If the new school or new local educational agency has knowledge that the transcript from the transferring local educational agency may not include certain credits or grades for the pupil, it shall contact the prior local educational agency within two business days to request that the prior local educational agency issue full or partial credits pursuant to this paragraph. The prior local educational agency shall issue appropriate credits and provide all academic and other records to the new local educational agency within two business days of the request. (5) For purposes of coursework completed by a pupil who is a child of a military family, “public school” includes schools operated by the United States Department of Defense. (c) (1) The credits accepted pursuant to subdivision (b) shall be applied for enrollment purposes as specified in subdivision (d) to the same or equivalent course, if applicable, as the coursework completed in the prior public school, juvenile court school, charter school, school in a country other than the United States, or nonpublic, nonsectarian school. (2) For purposes of the official transcript, the credits accepted pursuant to subdivision (b) shall be added to the credits earned from the same or equivalent course for purposes of calculating the total credits earned for the course but shall separately identify the school and local educational agency in which the credits were earned. (d) A local educational agency shall not require a pupil in foster care, a pupil who is a homeless child or youth, a former juvenile court school pupil, a pupil who is a child of a military family, a pupil who is a migratory child, or a newcomer pupil to retake a course if the pupil has satisfactorily completed the entire course in a public school, a juvenile court school, a charter school, a school in a country other than the United States, or a nonpublic, nonsectarian school. If the pupil did not complete the entire course, the local educational agency shall not require the pupil to retake the portion of the course the pupil completed unless the local educational agency, in consultation with the holder of educational rights for the pupil, finds that the pupil is reasonably able to complete the requirements in time to graduate from high school. When partial credit is awarded in a particular course, the pupil in foster care, the pupil who is a homeless child or youth, the former juvenile court school pupil, the pupil who is a child of a military family, the pupil who is a migratory child, or the newcomer pupil shall be enrolled in the same or equivalent course, if applicable, so that the pupil may continue and complete the entire course. (e) A pupil in foster care, a pupil who is a homeless child or youth, a former juvenile court school pupil, a pupil who is a child of a military family, a pupil who is a migratory child, or a newcomer pupil shall not be prevented from retaking or taking a course to meet the eligibility requirements for admission to the California State University or the University of California. (f) (1) A complaint of noncompliance with the requirements of this section may be filed with the local educational agency under the Uniform Complaint Procedures set forth in Chapter 5.1 (commencing with Section 4600) of Division 1 of Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations. (2) A complainant not satisfied with the decision of a local educational agency may appeal the decision to the department pursuant to Chapter 5.1 (commencing with Section 4600) of Division 1 of Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations and shall receive a written decision regarding the appeal within 60 days of the department’s receipt of the appeal. (3) If a local educational agency finds merit in a complaint, or if the Superintendent finds merit in an appeal, the local educational agency shall provide a remedy to the affected pupil. (4) Information regarding the requirements of this section shall be included in the annual notification distributed to, among others, pupils, parents or guardians of pupils, employees, and other interested parties pursuant to Section 4622 of Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations. (Amended by Stats. 2023, Ch. 342, Sec. 3. (AB 714) Effective January 1, 2024.)
  101. 51225.25.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    Certain newcomer-program pupils enrolled before January 1, 2024 are entitled to the rights in Sections 51225.1 and 51225.2.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51225.25. (a) A “pupil participating in a newcomer program,” as defined in Section 51225.2, as that section read on January 1, 2023, who was enrolled before January 1, 2024, is entitled to the rights in Sections 51225.1 and 51225.2. (b) Except as provided in subdivision (a), a local educational agency may, in its discretion, extend the rights in Sections 51225.1 and 51225.2 to a “pupil participating in a newcomer program,” as defined in Section 51225.2, as that section read on January 1, 2023. (Added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 831, Sec. 5. (AB 2473) Effective September 28, 2024.)
  102. 51225.3.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    High school graduation requires specified coursework, including English, math, science, social studies, physical education, ethnic studies, and personal finance, with some alternative options and exemptions.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51225.3. (a) A pupil shall complete all of the following while in grades 9 to 12, inclusive, in order to receive a diploma of graduation from high school: (1) At least the following numbers of courses in the subjects specified, each course having a duration of one year, unless otherwise specified: (A) Three courses in English. (B) Two courses in mathematics. If the governing board of a school district requires more than two courses in mathematics for graduation, the governing board of the school district may award a pupil up to one mathematics course credit pursuant to Section 51225.35. (C) Two courses in science, including biological and physical sciences. (D) Three courses in social studies, including United States history and geography; world history, culture, and geography; a one-semester course in American government and civics; and a one-semester course in economics. (E) One course in visual or performing arts, world language, or career technical education. (i) For purposes of satisfying the requirement specified in this subparagraph, a course in American Sign Language shall be deemed a course in world language. (ii) For purposes of this subparagraph, “a course in career technical education” means a course in a district-operated career technical education program that is aligned to the career technical model curriculum standards and framework adopted by the state board, including courses through a regional occupational center or program operated by a county superintendent of schools or pursuant to a joint powers agreement. (iii) This subparagraph does not require a school or school district that currently does not offer career technical education courses to start new career technical education programs for purposes of this section. (iv) If a school district or county office of education elects to allow a career technical education course to satisfy the requirement imposed by this subparagraph, the governing board of the school district or county office of education, before offering that alternative to pupils, shall notify parents, teachers, pupils, and the public at a regularly scheduled meeting of the governing board of all of the following: (I) The intent to offer career technical education courses to fulfill the graduation requirement specified in this subparagraph. (II) The impact that offering career technical education courses, pursuant to this subparagraph, will have on the availability of courses that meet the eligibility requirements for admission to the California State University and the University of California, and whether the career technical education courses to be offered pursuant to this subparagraph are approved to satisfy those eligibility requirements. If a school district elects to allow a career technical education course to satisfy the requirement imposed by this subparagraph, the school district shall comply with subdivision (l) of Section 48980. (III) The distinction, if any, between the high school graduation requirements of the school district or county office of education, and the eligibility requirements for admission to the California State University and the University of California. (F) Two courses in physical education, unless the pupil has been exempted pursuant to this code. (G) (i) Commencing with pupils graduating in the 2029–30 school year, including for pupils enrolled in a charter school, a one-semester course in ethnic studies. A local educational agency, including a charter school, may require a full-year course in ethnic studies at its discretion. Commencing with the 2025–26 school year, a local educational agency, including a charter school, with pupils in grades 9 to 12, inclusive, shall offer at least a one-semester course in ethnic studies. (ii) Subject to the course offerings of a local educational agency, including a charter school, a pupil may fulfill the requirement of clause (i) through the completion of any of the following types of courses: (I) A course based on the model curriculum developed pursuant to Section 51226.7. (II) An existing ethnic studies course. (III) An ethnic studies course taught as part of a course that has been approved as meeting the A–G requirements of the University of California and the California State University. (IV) A locally developed ethnic studies course approved by the governing board of the school district or the governing body of the charter school. The proposed course shall first be presented at a public meeting of the governing board of the school district or the governing body of the charter school, and shall not be approved until a subsequent public meeting of the governing board or governing body at which the public has had the opportunity to express its views on the proposed course. (iii) A course that does not use ethnic studies content as the primary content through which the subject is taught shall not be used to satisfy the requirement of clause (i). (iv) A pupil completing a course described in clause (ii) shall also accrue credit for coursework in the subject that the course is offered, including, if applicable, credit toward satisfying a course required for a diploma of graduation from high school pursuant to this section. (v) Curriculum, instruction, and instructional materials for a course described in clause (ii) shall meet all of the following requirements: (I) Be appropriate for use with pupils of all races, religions, nationalities, genders, sexual orientations, and diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds, pupils with disabilities, and English learners. (II) Not reflect or promote, directly or indirectly, any bias, bigotry, or discrimination against any person or group of persons on the basis of any category protected by Section 220. (III) Not teach or promote religious doctrine. (vi) It is the intent of the Legislature that local educational agencies, including charter schools, consider that, pursuant to Section 51226.7, the Instructional Quality Commission undertook a lengthy, thorough, deliberative, and inclusive process before submitting a model curriculum in ethnic studies to the state board. To the extent that local educational agencies, including charter schools, choose to locally develop an ethnic studies program for approval by their governing board or governing body, it is the intent of the Legislature that local educational agencies not use the portions of the draft model curriculum that were not adopted by the Instructional Quality Commission due to concerns related to bias, bigotry, and discrimination. (vii) The amendments made to this section by Section 1 of Chapter 661 of the Statutes of 2021 shall not be construed to alter any other requirement of this section for pupils enrolled in a charter school. (H) (i) Commencing with pupils graduating in the 2030–31 school year, including for pupils enrolled in a charter school, a separate, stand-alone one-semester course in personal finance, that shall not be combined with any other course. (ii) Commencing with pupils graduating in the 2030–31 school year, a local educational agency may exempt a pupil who completes a separate, stand-alone one-semester course in personal finance, that is not combined with any other course, from the requirement to complete a one-semester course in economics pursuant to subparagraph (D). (iii) (I) A local educational agency may elect to eliminate one or more locally required courses established pursuant to paragraph (2) in order to accommodate the requirement that pupils, commencing with pupils graduating in the 2030–31 school year, complete a separate, stand-alone one-semester course in personal finance. (II) This clause does not constitute a change in, but is declaratory of, existing law. (iv) Commencing with the 2027–28 school year, a local educational agency, including a charter school, with pupils in grades 9 to 12, inclusive, shall offer in all of its high schools at least a separate, stand-alone one-semester course in personal finance, that is not combined with any other course. (v) To satisfy the requirement of this subparagraph, a separate, stand-alone one-semester course in personal finance shall include information for pupils in grades 9 to 12, inclusive, on all of, and only, the topics listed in paragraphs (1) to (13), inclusive, of subdivision (a) of Section 51284.5. (2) (A) Other coursework requirements adopted by the governing board of the school district. (B) The governing board of a school district may, at its discretion, adopt a policy to exempt pupils from any coursework requirements adopted pursuant to subparagraph (A). It is the intent of the Legislature that the policy include a consultation with the pupil and the educational rights holder for the pupil regarding any impact of not fulfilling locally required coursework on the pupil’s ability to gain admission to an institution of higher education. (C) This paragraph does not affect a pupil’s rights pursuant to Section 51225.1 or 51225.31. (b) The governing board, with the active involvement of parents, administrators, teachers, and pupils, shall adopt alternative means for pupils to complete the prescribed course of study that may include practical demonstration of skills and competencies, supervised work experience or other outside school experience, career technical education classes offered in high schools, courses offered by regional occupational centers or programs, interdisciplinary study, independent study, and credit earned at a postsecondary educational institution. Requirements for graduation and specified alternative modes for completing the prescribed course of study shall be made available to pupils, parents, and the public. (c) On or before July 1, 2017, the department shall submit a comprehensive report to the appropriate policy committees of the Legislature on the addition of career technical education courses to satisfy the requirement specified in subparagraph (E) of paragraph (1) of subdivision (a), including, but not limited to, the following information: (1) A comparison of the pupil enrollment in career technical education courses, world language courses, and visual and performing arts courses for the 2005–06 to 2011–12 school years, inclusive, to the pupil enrollment in career technical education courses, world language courses, and visual and performing arts courses for the 2012–13 to 2016–17 school years, inclusive. (2) The reasons, reported by school districts, that pupils give for choosing to enroll in a career technical education course to satisfy the requirement specified in subparagraph (E) of paragraph (1) of subdivision (a). (3) The type and number of career technical education courses that were conducted for the 2005–06 to 2011–12 school years, inclusive, compared to the type and number of career technical education courses that were conducted for the 2012–13 to 2016–17 school years, inclusive. (4) The number of career technical education courses that satisfied the subject matter requirements for admission to the University of California or the California State University. (5) The extent to which the career technical education courses chosen by pupils are aligned with the California Career Technical Education Model Curriculum Standards, and prepare pupils for employment, advanced training, and postsecondary education. (6) The number of career technical education courses that also satisfy the visual and performing arts requirement, and the number of career technical education courses that also satisfy the world language requirement. (7) Annual pupil dropout and graduation rates for the 2011–12 to 2014–15 school years, inclusive. (d) For purposes of completing the report described in subdivision (c), the Superintendent may use existing state resources and federal funds. If state or federal funds are not available or sufficient, the Superintendent may apply for and accept grants, and receive donations and other financial support from public or private sources for purposes of this section. (e) For purposes of completing the report described in subdivision (c), the Superintendent may accept support, including, but not limited to, financial and technical support, from high school reform advocates, teachers, chamber organizations, industry representatives, research centers, parents, and pupils. (f) The amendments made to this section by Section 1 of Chapter 661 of the Statutes of 2021 shall become operative only upon an appropriation of funds by the Legislature for purposes of these amendments in the annual Budget Act or another statute. (Amended (as amended by Stats. 2025, Ch. 8, Sec. 45) by Stats. 2025, Ch. 622, Sec. 1. (AB 821) Effective January 1, 2026.)
  103. 51225.31.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    Local educational agencies must exempt certain eligible pupils with exceptional needs from extra local graduation requirements and award a high school diploma.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51225.31. (a) (1) Notwithstanding any other law, a local educational agency shall exempt an individual with exceptional needs who satisfies the eligibility criteria described in subdivision (b) from all courses and other requirements adopted by the governing board or body of the local educational agency that are additional to the statewide course requirements specified in Section 51225.3 and shall award the pupil a diploma of graduation from high school, as described in Section 7801(23)(A)(ii)(I)(bb) of Title 20 of the United States Code. (2) The award of a diploma of graduation from high school pursuant to this subdivision, in accordance with Section 300.102(a)(3) of Title 34 of the Code of Federal Regulations, does not change a local educational agency’s obligation to provide a free appropriate public education, as described in subdivision (c) of Section 56026, or otherwise constitute a change in placement. (b) An individual with exceptional needs, who entered ninth grade in the 2022–23 school year or later, shall be eligible for the exemption and award described in subdivision (a) if their individualized education program provides for all of the following: (1) The pupil’s individualized education program team has deemed the pupil eligible to take the state alternate assessments as described in subdivision (k) of Section 60640. (2) The pupil is required to complete state standards aligned coursework to meet the statewide course requirements specified in Section 51225.3. (c) An individual with exceptional needs who meets the criteria for the diploma pursuant to this section shall be eligible to participate in any graduation ceremony and any school activity related to graduation with their grade-level peers with and without disabilities. Participation in graduation activities that are subject to this section shall not be construed as termination of the provision of a free appropriate public education for pupils described in Section 56026, consistent with Section 300.102(a)(3)(ii) of Title 34 of the Code of Federal Regulations, unless the individualized education program team, which includes the parent and pupil, as defined in Sections 300.320 and 300.321 of Title 34 of the Code of Federal Regulations, has determined the pupil has completed their high school experience. (d) For purposes of this section, “local educational agency” includes a school district, county office of education, charter school, or state special school. (e) Notwithstanding any other law, this section shall not be subject to waiver by the state board pursuant to Section 33050 or by the Superintendent. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 38, Sec. 60. (SB 153) Effective June 29, 2024.)
  104. 51225.32.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    A local educational agency may exempt certain eligible pupils with exceptional needs from extra local graduation requirements and may award a high school diploma. The section also preserves the agency’s FAPE obligation and gives eligible pupils the right to join graduation activities.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51225.32. (a) (1) A local educational agency may exempt an individual with exceptional needs who was enrolled in grade 10 or higher in the 2022–23 school year, and who, while eligible pursuant to Section 56026, satisfies all the eligibility criteria described in subdivision (b) from all courses and requirements adopted by the governing board or body of the local educational agency that are additional to the statewide course requirements specified in Section 51225.3 and may award the pupil a diploma of graduation from high school, as described in Section 7801(23)(A)(ii)(I)(bb) of Title 20 of the United States Code. (2) The award of a diploma of graduation from high school pursuant to this subdivision, in accordance with Section 300.102(a)(3) of Title 34 of the Code of Federal Regulations, does not change a local educational agency’s obligation to provide a free appropriate public education, as described in subdivision (c) of Section 56026, or otherwise constitute a change in placement. (b) An individual with exceptional needs, who was enrolled in grade 10 or higher in the 2022–23 school year and is currently eligible pursuant to Section 56026, may be eligible for the exemption and award described in subdivision (a) if their individualized education program provides for all of the following: (1) The pupil’s individualized education program team has deemed the pupil eligible to take the state alternate assessments as described in subdivision (k) of Section 60640. (2) The pupil is required to complete state standards aligned coursework to meet the statewide course requirements specified in Section 51225.3. (c) An individual with exceptional needs who meets the criteria for the diploma pursuant to this section shall be eligible to participate in any graduation ceremony and any school activity related to graduation with their grade-level peers with and without disabilities. Participation in graduation activities that are subject to this section shall not be construed as termination of the provision of a free appropriate public education for pupils described in Section 56026, consistent with Section 300.102(a)(3)(ii) of Title 34 of the Code of Federal Regulations, unless the individualized education program team, which includes the parent and pupil, as defined in Sections 300.320 and 300.321 of Title 34 of the Code of Federal Regulations, has determined the pupil has completed their high school experience. (d) For purposes of this section, “local educational agency” includes a school district, county office of education, charter school, or state special school. (e) This section shall become inoperative on July 1, 2031, and, as of January 1, 2032, is repealed. (Added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 38, Sec. 61. (SB 153) Effective June 29, 2024. Inoperative July 1, 2031, by its own provisions. Repealed as of January 1, 2032, by its own provisions. See same-numbered section added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 37.)
  105. 51225.35.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    A school district governing board may give up to one mathematics course credit for a qualifying approved computer science course if the district requires more than two math courses for graduation.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51225.35. (a) (1) If the governing board of a school district requires more than two courses in mathematics for graduation from high school, the governing board of the school district may award a pupil up to one mathematics course credit pursuant to subparagraph (B) of paragraph (1) of subdivision (a) of Section 51225.3 for successfully completing a “category C” approved computer science course. (2) The governing board of a school district is encouraged to ensure that any computer science course that the school district awards a pupil mathematics course credit for pursuant to paragraph (1) builds upon fundamental mathematics content. (3) The governing board of a school district is encouraged to support schools in submitting any computer science course that a school wishes to use to fulfill school district imposed mathematics subject area requirements to the University of California for certification and addition to the school’s “A–G” course list. (b) For purposes of this section, “category C” refers to the “A–G” admission requirements for the California State University and the University of California. (Added by Stats. 2014, Ch. 888, Sec. 3. (AB 1764) Effective January 1, 2015.)
  106. 51225.36.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    If a school district requires health education for graduation, its governing board must include instruction on sexual harassment and violence, including affirmative consent. If it provides that instruction, the board must also ensure teachers consult the Health Framework for California Public Schools when teaching health education.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51225.36. (a) If the governing board of a school district requires a course in health education for graduation from high school, the governing board of the school district shall include instruction in sexual harassment and violence, including, but not limited to, information on the affirmative consent standard, as defined in paragraph (1) of subdivision (a) of Section 67386. (b) If the governing board of a school district provides instruction pursuant to subdivision (a), the governing board of the school district shall ensure teachers consult information related to sexual harassment and violence in the Health Framework for California Public Schools when delivering health instruction. (Added by Stats. 2015, Ch. 424, Sec. 2. (SB 695) Effective January 1, 2016.)
  107. 51225.37.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The department must encourage school district boards and charter school governing bodies to help certain world-language courses get submitted to the University of California for certification and A–G listing.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51225.37. The department shall encourage the governing board of each school district, and the governing body of each charter school, whose schools offer world language courses that are specifically designed for native speakers that are not approved as “A–G” courses, to support their respective schools in submitting those courses to the University of California for certification and addition to the schools’ “A–G” course list. (Amended by Stats. 2019, Ch. 497, Sec. 72. (AB 991) Effective January 1, 2020.)
  108. 51225.38.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    If a school district or charter school requires health education for graduation, it must add fentanyl-danger instruction starting in the 2026–27 school year.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51225.38. (a) If the governing board of a school district or the governing body of a charter school requires a course in health education for graduation from high school, the governing board of a school district or the governing body of a charter school shall include, commencing with the 2026–27 school year, instruction in the dangers associated with fentanyl use. (b) Instruction provided pursuant to subdivision (a) shall be consistent with the state board’s most recently adopted “Health Framework for California Public Schools” (health framework) and based on information from the National Institutes of Health and the United States Department of Health and Human Services. Instruction shall include, but not be limited to, all of the following: (1) Information on what fentanyl is, including, but not limited to, all of the following: (A) An explanation of the differences between synthetic opioids, nonsynthetic opioids, and illicit drugs. (B) Variations of fentanyl. (C) The differences between the legal and illegal uses of fentanyl. (2) The risks of using fentanyl, including, but not limited to, all of the following: (A) The lethal dose of fentanyl, including comparing that lethal dose of fentanyl to the lethal dose of other drugs. (B) How often fentanyl is put into illegal drugs without a user’s knowledge. (C) An explanation of what fentanyl does to a human body and the severity of fentanyl’s addictive properties. (D) How the consumption of fentanyl can lead to hypoxia and an explanation of what hypoxia is and how it can affect the human body. (3) An explanation of the process of adding or mixing fentanyl with other drugs, a process more commonly known as “lacing,” and why lacing with fentanyl is common. (4) How to detect fentanyl in drugs and how to potentially save a person from a fentanyl overdose, including, but not limited to, all of the following: (A) How to buy and use fentanyl test strips. (B) How to buy and use naloxone or other opioid antagonists in the form of a prefilled nasal product and an injection. (C) How to detect if someone is overdosing on fentanyl. (Added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 67, Sec. 1. (AB 2429) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  109. 51225.4.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    Each elementary school district board must certify to the Superintendent of Public Instruction that it has adopted the required policy, and it must do so when submitting apportionment reports.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51225.4. The governing board of each elementary school district shall certify to the Superintendent of Public Instruction that it has adopted a policy to implement a course of instruction that sufficiently prepares the pupils in the district for the course of study required in Section 51225.3. This certification shall be submitted to the superintendent at the same time the district submits its apportionment reports. (Amended by Stats. 2000, Ch. 1058, Sec. 41. Effective January 1, 2001.)
  110. 51225.5.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    Certain school authorities may award honorary high school diplomas in two situations, and any honorary diploma must be clearly different from a regular diploma.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51225.5. (a) (1) The governing board of a school district maintaining a high school may confer honorary high school diplomas upon foreign exchange students from other countries who have not completed the course of study ordinarily required for graduation, and who are returning to their home countries following the completion of one academic school year in a school district in the state. (2) The governing board of a school district, a county office of education, and the governing body of a charter school maintaining a high school may confer an honorary high school diploma upon a pupil who is terminally ill. (b) An honorary high school diploma awarded pursuant to this section shall be clearly distinguishable from the regular diploma of graduation awarded by the school district, county office of education, or charter school. (Amended by Stats. 2018, Ch. 167, Sec. 8. (AB 2109) Effective January 1, 2019.)
  111. 51225.6.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    If a school district or charter school requires health education for graduation, it must include compression-only CPR instruction starting with the 2018–19 school year.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51225.6. (a) If the governing board of a school district or the governing body of a charter school requires a course in health education for graduation from high school, the governing board of a school district or the governing body of a charter school shall include, commencing with the 2018–19 school year, instruction in performing compression-only cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). This instruction shall include both of the following: (1) An instructional program based on national evidence-based emergency cardiovascular care guidelines for the performance of compression-only CPR, such as those developed by the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross. (2) Instruction to pupils relative to the psychomotor skills necessary to perform compression-only CPR. For purposes of this paragraph, “psychomotor skills” means skills that pupils are required to perform as hands-on practice to support cognitive learning. (b) Before the commencement of the 2017–18 school year, the department shall provide guidance on how to implement this section, including, but not limited to, who may provide instruction pursuant to this section. (c) The governing board of a school district or the governing body of a charter school is encouraged to provide to pupils general information on the use and importance of an automated external defibrillator (AED). The physical presence of an AED in the classroom is not required. (d) The governing board of a school district or the governing body of a charter school may adopt policies to implement this section. (e) (1) The governing board of a school district or the governing body of a charter school providing instruction in performing compression-only CPR or information on the use of an AED pursuant to this section is encouraged to use the most cost-effective means possible to implement that requirement. (2) This section shall not be construed to require the governing board of a school district or the governing body of a charter school to make any purchases, including, but not limited to, purchasing an AED. (f) (1) A local agency, entity of state or local government, or other public or private organization that sponsors, authorizes, supports, finances, or supervises the instruction of pupils in compression-only CPR or the use of an AED pursuant to this section shall not be liable for any civil damages alleged to result from the acts or omissions of an individual who received such instruction. (2) A public employee who provides or facilitates the instruction of pupils in compression-only CPR or the use of an AED pursuant to this section shall not be liable for any civil damages alleged to result from the acts or omissions of an individual who received such instruction. (3) This subdivision shall not be construed to grant immunity from civil damages to any person who provides or facilitates the instruction of pupils in compression-only CPR or the use of an AED in a manner that constitutes gross negligence or willful or wanton misconduct. (Added by Stats. 2016, Ch. 556, Sec. 1. (AB 1719) Effective January 1, 2017.)
  112. 51225.7.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    This section requires local educational agencies to confirm certain pupils complete a federal or state financial aid application, or to process an opt-out or exemption when allowed.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51225.7. (a) For purposes of this section, the following definitions apply: (1) “Local educational agency” means a school district, county office of education, or charter school. (2) “Opt-out form” means a form developed by the Student Aid Commission that permits parents, legal guardians, a legally emancipated pupil, a pupil who is 18 years of age or older, or a local educational agency on a pupil’s behalf to not fill out a Free Application for Federal Student Aid or California Dream Act Application for any reason. (3) “Outreach program” means a nonprofit entity that is exempt from taxation pursuant to Section 501(c)(3) of the United States Internal Revenue Code or a public entity with experience in either or both of the following: (A) Assisting pupils with financial aid application completion. (B) Serving pupils who are eligible to submit a California Dream Act Application. (4) “Pupil” means a pupil in grade 12 attending a high school maintained by a local educational agency. (5) “Transcript-informed pupil accounts” means accounts available to grade 9 to 12, inclusive, pupils that use data provided to the California College Guidance Initiative by local educational agencies, in accordance with data specified in the California High School Transcript and Student Record Portability Standard, as acknowledged by the Office of Cradle-to-Career Data. (6) “Universal basic pupil accounts” means accounts available on the CaliforniaColleges.edu platform for grade 6 to 12, inclusive, pupils that use data provided to the California College Guidance Initiative by the department that are not inclusive of courses and grades. (b) (1) Commencing with the 2022–23 school year, except as provided in subdivisions (c) and (d), the governing body of a local educational agency shall confirm that a pupil complies with at least one of the following: (A) The pupil completes and submits to the United States Department of Education a Free Application for Federal Student Aid. (B) If the pupil is exempt from paying nonresident tuition pursuant to Section 68130.5, the pupil completes and submits to the Student Aid Commission a form established pursuant to Section 69508.5 for purposes of the California Dream Act. (2) Commencing with the 2025–26 school year, the governing body of a local educational agency shall provide each pupil and the pupil’s parent or legal guardian with information about the California Kids Investment and Development Savings Program established pursuant to Article 19.5 (commencing with Section 69996) of Chapter 2 of Part 42 of Division 5 of Title 3 and the pupil’s potential eligibility for that benefit. (c) The parent or legal guardian of the pupil, or the pupil if the pupil is a legally emancipated minor or 18 years of age or older, may opt out of the requirements of this section by filling out and submitting an opt-out form, as defined in subdivision (a), to the local educational agency. The Student Aid Commission shall make the opt-out form available to all local educational agencies pursuant to subdivision (h). (d) (1) If the local educational agency determines that a pupil is unable to complete a requirement of this section, the local educational agency shall exempt the pupil or, if applicable, the pupil’s parent or legal guardian from completing and submitting a Free Application for Federal Student Aid, a form established pursuant to Section 69508.5 for purposes of the California Dream Act, or an opt-out form pursuant to subdivision (c). (2) (A) A local educational agency, before exempting the pupil or the pupil’s parent or legal guardian pursuant to paragraph (1), shall comply with both of the following: (i) Provide the information described in subparagraph (B) to the pupil through a meeting between a school counselor and the pupil or, if no school counselor is employed at the school, between the pupil and other school staff, through written material, or by other means of communication. (ii) Provide, to the pupil’s parent or legal guardian or the pupil if the pupil is a legally emancipated minor or 18 years of age or older, the information described in subparagraph (B) and notification of the date by which the pupil will be opted out by the local educational agency if no action is taken. This notice shall be provided with sufficient time for the parent or legal guardian or the pupil if the pupil is a legally emancipated minor or 18 years of age or older, to act before the local educational agency opts out the pupil. (B) The information to be provided, as required in subparagraph (A), shall be all of the following: (i) The purposes and benefits of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid or a form established pursuant to Section 69508.5, which include consideration for financial aid. (ii) The consequences of not completing and submitting a Free Application for Federal Student Aid or a form established pursuant to Section 69508.5. (iii) The option to complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid or a form established pursuant to Section 69508.5 after an opt-out form has been submitted. (3) If the local educational agency exempts the pupil from having to complete the requirements of this section, the local educational agency shall complete and submit the opt-out form, as defined in subdivision (a), on the pupil’s behalf and notify the pupil’s parent or legal guardian of the pupil’s exemption. (e) The governing board or body of the local educational agency shall ensure both of the following: (1) The local educational agency directs each high school pupil and, if applicable, the pupil’s parent or legal guardian to any support and assistance services necessary to comply with the requirement described in subdivision (b) that may be available through outreach programs, including, but not limited to, those programs operated by the Student Aid Commission, postsecondary immigration resource centers, college readiness organizations, community-based organizations, and legal resource organizations. (2) Information shared by parents, legal guardians, and pupils under this section is handled in compliance with the federal Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 2001 (20 U.S.C. Sec. 1232g) and applicable state laws, including Chapters 493 and 495 of the Statutes of 2017, regardless of any person’s immigration status or other personal information, in order to protect all pupil and parent data to the fullest extent possible so that schools and all personal data remain safe. (f) It is the intent of the Legislature that high school pupils have the support and assistance services to help pupils successfully complete and submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid and the form established pursuant to Section 69508.5 for purposes of the California Dream Act. (g) On or before September 1, 2022, and each year thereafter, the Student Aid Commission and the department shall facilitate the completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid and the form established pursuant to Section 69508.5 for purposes of the California Dream Act in the following manner: (1) The department shall share the current school year’s roster of pupils with the Student Aid Commission. (2) The Student Aid Commission shall match the data described in paragraph (1) with a pupil’s application status based on the data possessed by the Student Aid Commission related to submission of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid and the form established pursuant to Section 69508.5 for purposes of the California Dream Act. (3) The Student Aid Commission shall provide, to the extent permissible pursuant to state and federal law, the California College Guidance Initiative, described in Section 10861, with the data necessary, as determined by the California College Guidance Initiative, in consultation with the department, to inform the educator reports available through the CaliforniaColleges.edu platform to improve educator access to the information needed to determine whether each individual pupil has successfully completed and submitted their Free Application for Federal Student Aid or California Dream Act application. (4) Upon participation of a local educational agency in the California College Guidance Initiative’s implementation of transcript-informed accounts for pupils in grades 9 to 12, inclusive, on the CaliforniaColleges.edu platform, and to the extent permissible pursuant to state and federal law, the California College Guidance Initiative shall provide pupil grade point average information necessary, for each participating pupil in the local educational agency, to ensure that each pupil successfully completes and submits their Free Application for Federal Student Aid or California Dream Act application, to the Student Aid Commission in accordance with the privacy requirements of the federal Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 2001 (20 U.S.C. Sec. 1232g). (h) The Student Aid Commission shall, on or before July 1, 2022, adopt regulations that include, but are not limited to, model opt-out forms and acceptable use policies for the purpose of providing guidance on the requirements relating to state law in paragraph (2) of subdivision (e). The Student Aid Commission shall post and make available any model opt-out forms and policies established pursuant to this subdivision on its internet website. (i) A pupil who does not fulfill the requirements of this section shall not be penalized or punished and this section shall not affect a pupil’s ability to graduate. (Amended by Stats. 2025, Ch. 9, Sec. 2. (AB 123) Effective June 27, 2025.)
  113. 51225.8.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    School districts and charter schools must give pupils information about how to complete and submit FAFSA or the California Dream Act application, and provide related grade 11 financial aid lessons and paper copies on request.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51225.8. (a) Commencing with the 2020–21 school year, the governing board of a school district and the governing body of a charter school, as appropriate, shall ensure that each of its pupils receives information on how to properly complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the California Dream Act application, as appropriate, at least once before the pupil enters grade 12. The manner in which information is provided pursuant to this section shall be at the discretion of the governing board of the school district or the governing body of the charter school, as appropriate, and may include, but not necessarily be limited to, information dissemination through in-class instruction, an existing program, family information sessions, or group or individual sessions with school counselors. (b) Notwithstanding subdivision (a), commencing with participation of a local educational agency in the California College Guidance Initiative’s implementation of universal basic pupil accounts on the CaliforniaColleges.edu platform, and in furtherance of satisfying the requirements of subdivision (b) of Section 51225.7, the governing board of a school district and the governing body of a charter school, as appropriate, shall ensure that each pupil in grade 11 is advised to complete the grade 11 financial aid lessons on the CaliforniaColleges.edu platform operated by the California College Guidance Initiative pursuant to Section 10861. (c) The manner in which information is provided pursuant to subdivision (a) and the grade 11 financial aid lessons described in subdivision (b) shall be developed in partnership with the Student Aid Commission in order to ensure timely communication to pupils of changes in the process for applying for financial aid. A memorandum of understanding shall be established between the California College Guidance Initiative and the Student Aid Commission, detailing the partnership in creation of these lessons. These lessons are provided to pupils at the discretion of the governing board of the school district or the governing body of the charter school, as appropriate, and may include, but not be limited to, information dissemination through in-class instruction, an existing program, family information sessions, or group or individual sessions with school counselors. The grade 11 financial aid lessons provided pursuant to subdivision (b) shall include, but not necessarily be limited to, material related to all of the following: (1) The types of documentation and personal information that each student financial aid application requires, including, but not necessarily limited to, documents relating to income taxes, finances and income, college choices, academic status, and personal identification such as social security or taxpayer identification numbers. (2) An explanation of definitions used for each application. These definitions may include, but are not necessarily limited to, definitions of “legal guardianship,” “household size,” “parent,” “dependent,” and “taxable college grants and scholarships.” (3) Eligibility requirements for student financial aid that may be applied for using the FAFSA or the California Dream Act Application. (4) Application timelines and submission deadlines. (5) The importance of submitting applications early, especially when student financial aid is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. (d) The governing board of a school district and the governing body of a charter school shall ensure that both of the following occurs: (1) A paper copy of the FAFSA or the California Dream Act application is provided to each pupil, upon request by that pupil or upon request of a parent or guardian of that pupil. (2) Commencing with participation of a local educational agency in the California College Guidance Initiative’s basic universal pupil accounts on the CaliforniaColleges.edu platform, a representative of the school district and the charter school, as applicable, has a district administrator account registered on the CaliforniaColleges.edu platform for purposes of this representative serving as the district administrator to support grade 11 pupils in completing the grade 11 financial aid lessons provided pursuant to this section. (e) The governing board of a school district and the governing body of a charter school shall ensure that any information shared by parents, guardians, and pupils under this section is handled according to applicable state and federal privacy laws and regulations. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 38, Sec. 63. (SB 153) Effective June 29, 2024.)
  114. 51225.9.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    A qualifying career technical education course taken by a pupil in the stated date range is treated as satisfying the referenced graduation requirement.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51225.9. Notwithstanding any other law, if a pupil completed a career technical education course, between July 1, 2022, and the effective date of this section, that met the requirements of subparagraph (E) of paragraph (1) of subdivision (a) of Section 51225.3, as that section read on June 30, 2022, that course shall be deemed to have fulfilled the requirements of subparagraph (E) of paragraph (1) of subdivision (a) of Section 51225.3. (Added by Stats. 2022, Ch. 571, Sec. 37. (AB 185) Effective September 27, 2022.)
  115. 51226.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The Superintendent of Public Instruction must develop model curriculum standards and related education standards, and the State Board of Education must adopt the policies by January 1, 1985.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51226. The Superintendent of Public Instruction shall coordinate the development, on a cyclical basis, of model curriculum standards for the course of study required by Section 51225.3 and for a career technical education course of study necessary to assist school districts with complying with subdivision (b) of Section 51228. The superintendent shall set forth these standards in terms of a wide range of specific competencies, including higher level skills, in each academic subject area. The superintendent shall review currently available textbooks in conjunction with the curriculum standards. The superintendent shall seek the advice of classroom teachers, school administrators, parents, postsecondary educators, and representatives of business and industry in developing these curriculum standards. The superintendent shall recommend policies to the State Board of Education for consideration and adoption by the board. The State Board of Education shall adopt these policies no later than January 1, 1985. However, neither the superintendent nor the board shall adopt rules or regulations for course content or methods of instruction. The superintendent shall, to the extent applicable, incorporate the integration of career technical and academic education into the development of curriculum standards for career technical education courses. The standards for a career technical education course of study shall be adopted no later than June 1, 2005. (Amended by Stats. 2002, Ch. 989, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 2003.)
  116. 51226.1.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The Superintendent must develop a career and technical education curriculum framework, with advisory-group input, and local educational agency adoption is voluntary.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51226.1. (a) Upon adoption of the model curriculum standards developed pursuant to Section 51226, the Superintendent shall develop a curriculum framework consistent with criteria set forth in subdivision (a) of Section 60005 that offers a blueprint for implementation of career and technical education. The framework shall be adopted no later than November 1, 2006. (b) In developing the framework, the Superintendent shall work in consultation and coordination with an advisory group, including, but not limited to, representatives from all of the following: (1) Business and industry. (2) Labor. (3) The California Community Colleges. (4) The University of California. (5) The California State University. (6) Classroom teachers. (7) School administrators. (8) Pupils. (9) Parents and guardians. (10) Representatives of the Legislature. (11) The department. (12) The Labor and Workforce Development Agency. (c) In convening the membership of the advisory group set forth in subdivision (b), the Superintendent is encouraged to seek representation broadly reflective of the state population. (d) Costs incurred by the superintendent in complying with this section shall be covered, to the extent permitted by federal law, by the state administrative and leadership funds available pursuant to the Carl D. Perkins Vocational and Technical Education Act of 1998 (20 U.S.C. Sec. 2301 et seq.). (e) In developing the framework, the Superintendent shall consider developing frameworks for various career pathways that will prepare pupils for both career entry and matriculation into postsecondary education. (f) Upon completion of the framework, the advisory group is encouraged to identify career technical education courses that meet state-adopted academic content standards and that satisfy high school graduation requirements and admissions requirements of the University of California and the California State University, and to determine the extent to which local educational agencies accept credit earned for the completion of those courses, in lieu of other courses of study. (g) The adoption of the framework developed and adopted pursuant to this section by a local educational agency shall be voluntary. (Amended by Stats. 2005, Ch. 677, Sec. 37. Effective October 7, 2005.)
  117. 51226.2.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The Superintendent of Public Instruction must tell certain county offices of education and school districts about the availability of consumer and home economics education model performance standards and framework, and must provide a copy on request.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51226.2. The Superintendent of Public Instruction shall inform county offices of education and each school district that maintains any of grades 6 to 12, inclusive, of the availability of the consumer and home economics education model performance standards and framework. The superintendent shall provide a copy of the consumer and home economics education model performance standards and framework to each county office of education and school district that requests one. (Added by Stats. 1993, Ch. 1207, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 1994.)
  118. 51226.3.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The department must add certain age-appropriate curriculum resource materials to its teacher-resource publications, and education agencies must consider adding specified topics and content to history-social science curriculum materials when the relevant framework or materials are revised.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51226.3. (a) (1) The department shall incorporate into publications that provide examples of curriculum resources for teacher use those materials developed by publishers of nonfiction, trade books, and primary sources, or other public or private organizations, that are age appropriate and consistent with the subject frameworks on history and social science that deal with civil rights, human rights violations, genocide, slavery, and the Holocaust. (2) The Legislature encourages the department to incorporate into publications that provide examples of curriculum resources for teacher use those materials developed by publishers of nonfiction, trade books, and primary sources, or other public or private organizations, that are age appropriate and consistent with the subject frameworks on history and social science that deal with the Armenian, Cambodian, Darfur, and Rwandan genocides. (b) (1) The Legislature encourages the incorporation of survivor, rescuer, liberator, and witness oral testimony into the teaching of human rights, the Holocaust, and genocide, including, but not limited to, the Armenian, Cambodian, Darfur, and Rwandan genocides. (2) As used in this subdivision, “oral testimony” means the firsthand accounts of significant historical events presented in a format that includes, but is not limited to, in-person testimony, video, or a multimedia option, such as a DVD or an online video. (c) The Legislature encourages all state and local professional development activities to provide teachers with content background and resources to assist them in teaching about civil rights, human rights violations, genocide, slavery, the Armenian Genocide, and the Holocaust. (d) The Legislature encourages all state and local professional development activities to provide teachers with content background and resources to assist them in teaching about the Great Irish Famine of 1845–50. (e) The Great Irish Famine of 1845–50 shall be considered in the next cycle in which the history-social science curriculum framework and its accompanying instructional materials are adopted. (f) (1) The Legislature encourages all state and local professional development activities to provide teachers with content background and resources to assist them in teaching about the Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882 and the contributions of Chinese Americans to the establishment of the transcontinental railroad. (2) When the state board revises and adopts the curriculum framework for history-social science on or after January 1, 2017, the state board shall consider providing for the inclusion, in that curriculum framework, evaluation criteria, and accompanying instructional materials, of instruction on the Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882 and the contributions of Chinese Americans to the establishment of the transcontinental railroad. (g) When the history-social science curriculum framework is revised as required by law, the Instructional Quality Commission shall consider including the Armenian, Cambodian, Darfur, and Rwandan genocides in the recommended history-social science curriculum framework. (h) The Model Curriculum for Human Rights and Genocide adopted by the state board, pursuant to Section 51226, shall be made available to schools in grades 7 to 12, inclusive, as soon as funding is available for this purpose. In addition, the department shall make the curriculum available on its internet website. (i) For purposes of this article, “Armenian Genocide” means the torture, starvation, and murder of 1,500,000 Armenians, which included death marches into the Syrian Desert, by the rulers of the Ottoman Turkish Empire and the exile of more than 500,000 innocent people during the period from 1915 to 1923, inclusive. (j) When the state board revises and adopts the curriculum framework for history-social science on or after January 1, 2016, the state board shall consider providing for the inclusion, in that curriculum framework, evaluation criteria, and accompanying instructional materials, of instruction on the unconstitutional deportation to Mexico during the Great Depression of citizens and lawful permanent residents of the United States. (k) As used in subdivisions (b) and (c), “human rights” and “human rights violations” include the unconstitutional deportation to Mexico during the Great Depression of citizens and lawful permanent residents of the United States. (l) When the history-social science curriculum framework is next revised on or after January 1, 2024, the Instructional Quality Commission shall consider providing for inclusion, in that curriculum framework, related evaluation criteria, and accompanying instructional materials, of instruction on both of the following: (1) The historical, social, economic, and political contributions of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders in the United States. (2) Examples of racism, discrimination, and violence perpetrated against Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders in the United States, including, but not limited to, hate crimes committed during the COVID-19 pandemic. (m) When the state board next revises the history-social science curriculum framework or adopts new instructional materials, after January 1, 2025, the Instructional Quality Commission shall consider, in consultation with California tribes, including in that curriculum framework or including in its evaluation criteria for instructional materials, content on the treatment and perspectives of Native Americans during the periods of the Spanish colonization of California and the Gold Rush Era. (n) When the state board adopts new instructional materials for history-social science on or after January 1, 2025, the Instructional Quality Commission shall consider providing for inclusion, in its evaluation criteria, content on the case of Mendez v. Westminster School District of Orange County (64 F. Supp. 544 (S.D. Cal. 1946)), aff’d, Westminster School District of Orange County v. Mendez (161 F. 2d 774 (9th Cir. 1947)). (o) When the state board next revises the history-social science curriculum framework or adopts new instructional materials, after January 1, 2026, the Instructional Quality Commission shall consider including in that curriculum framework or including in its evaluation criteria for instructional materials, content on the historical, social, economic, and political contributions of African Americans during the Spanish colonization of California, the Gold Rush Era, and Antebellum, including, but not limited to, addressing African Americans’ experience with discriminatory laws, barriers to land ownership, and their efforts to establish economic and social stability in California. (Amended by Stats. 2025, Ch. 100, Sec. 1. (SB 510) Effective January 1, 2026.)
  119. 51226.4.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The Legislature encourages instruction about the origins of genocide and related analysis in grades 7 to 12.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51226.4. Pursuant to subdivision (a) of Section 51226.3, the Legislature encourages all of the following: (a) Instruction in the origins of genocide as a phenomenon throughout history that continues to the present day. (b) Content providers and teachers to promote pupil analysis of genocides, including the ethnic, religious, and political causes. (c) Content providers and teachers to incorporate instructional materials for pupils that examine the possible means of preventing and halting genocide policies or interventions by the United Nations, other groups of nations, or the United States. (d) Examinations of interventions to prevent genocides should include arguments and evidence for and against intervention, the role of public support for the intervention, and the possible consequences of such interventions. (Added by Stats. 2014, Ch. 441, Sec. 2. (SB 1380) Effective January 1, 2015.)
  120. 51226.5.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The State Board of Education must create a list of textbooks and instructional materials highlighting minority contributions, and the Superintendent of Public Instruction must make the list available, submit it to the Legislature, and add it to relevant framework implementation elements.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51226.5. (a) No later than January 1, 1991, the State Board of Education, with the assistance of the Superintendent of Public Instruction, shall establish a list of textbooks and other instructional materials that highlight the contributions of minorities in the development of California and the United States. (b) No later than April 1, 1991, the Superintendent of Public Instruction shall make that list of textbooks and instructional materials available for use by school districts throughout the state, and shall submit the list to the Legislature. (c) The Superintendent of Public Instruction shall incorporate the textbooks and instructional materials on the list described in subdivision (a) into the implementation element of the history-social science framework adopted by the State Board of Education in July 1987, and into the implementation element of the framework adopted by the State Board of Education for any other subject area for which those textbooks and instructional materials identify important minority roles and contributions. (Added by Stats. 1989, Ch. 452, Sec. 1.)
  121. 51226.6.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The State Department of Education must develop and adopt a model driver education and training curriculum framework, unless federal funding is unavailable.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51226.6. (a) The State Department of Education shall develop and adopt a model curriculum framework for driver education and training that incorporates the rules and regulations adopted by the State Board of Education relating to driver education pursuant to Sections 41905 and 51850, and that is directed to preparing student drivers for compliance with paragraph (4) of subdivision (a) of Section 12814.6 of the Vehicle Code. (b) The State Department of Education shall not be required to comply with the requirements of subdivision (a) unless federal funding is available to defray the cost of developing and adopting the model curriculum framework for driver training and education. (Amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 760, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 1998.)
  122. 51226.7.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The Instructional Quality Commission must develop an ethnic studies model curriculum, and the state board must adopt, modify, or revise it.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51226.7. (a) The Instructional Quality Commission shall develop, and the state board shall adopt, modify, or revise, a model curriculum in ethnic studies to ensure quality courses of study in ethnic studies. The model curriculum shall be developed with participation from faculty of ethnic studies programs at universities and colleges with ethnic studies programs and a group of representatives of local educational agencies, a majority of whom are kindergarten to grade 12, inclusive, teachers who have relevant experience or education background in the study and teaching of ethnic studies. (b) The model curriculum shall be written as a guide to allow school districts to adapt their courses to reflect the pupil demographics in their communities. The model curriculum shall include examples of courses offered by local educational agencies that have been approved as meeting the A–G admissions requirements of the University of California and the California State University, including, to the extent possible, course outlines for those courses. (c) On or before December 31, 2020, the Instructional Quality Commission shall submit the model curriculum to the state board for adoption, and the state board shall adopt the model curriculum on or before March 31, 2021. (d) The Instructional Quality Commission shall provide a minimum of 45 days for public comment before submitting the model curriculum to the state board. (e) It is the intent of the Legislature that local educational agencies submit course outlines for ethnic studies for approval as A–G courses. (Amended by Stats. 2021, Ch. 661, Sec. 3. (AB 101) Effective January 1, 2022.)
  123. 51226.8.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The Instructional Quality Commission and state board must develop and adopt a stand-alone one-semester personal finance curriculum guide, and local educational agencies must develop their own materials if the state board has not adopted them by May 31, 2026.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51226.8. (a) The Instructional Quality Commission shall develop and recommend to the state board, for consideration and adoption by the state board, a curriculum guide and resources for a separate, stand-alone one-semester course in personal finance, that is not combined with any other course. On or before May 31, 2026, the state board shall adopt a curriculum guide and resources for a separate, stand-alone one-semester course in personal finance based on the Instructional Quality Commission’s recommendation. The curriculum guide and resources shall include all of, and only, the personal finance content specified in paragraphs (1) to (13), inclusive, of subdivision (a) of Section 51284.5. (b) In the event that the state board has not adopted a curriculum guide and resources for a separate, stand-alone one-semester course in personal finance as of May 31, 2026, local educational agencies, including charter schools, shall locally develop the curriculum and resources to offer a separate, stand-alone one-semester course in personal finance meeting the requirements of clause (v) of subparagraph (H) of paragraph (1) of subdivision (a) of Section 51225.3 for approval by the governing board or body of the local educational agency, in order to meet the requirement to offer the separate, stand-alone one-semester course in personal finance as of the 2027–28 school year described in clause (iv) of subparagraph (H) of paragraph (1) of subdivision (a) of Section 51225.3. (c) The sum of three hundred thousand dollars ($300,000) is hereby appropriated from the General Fund to the Instructional Quality Commission for purposes of carrying out the duties required under subdivision (a). (Added by renumbering Section 51225.32 (as added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 37, Sec. 4) by Stats. 2025, Ch. 67, Sec. 57. (AB 1170) Effective January 1, 2026.)
  124. 51226.9.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The department must contract for a Native American studies model curriculum, and county education offices must develop it, consult specified groups, report progress, and make it accessible. School districts and charter schools may offer the course, and if they do, they must offer it as an elective and make it available in at least one year for grades 9 to 12.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51226.9. (a) (1) The department shall, no later than June 1, 2022, in collaboration with, and subject to the approval of, the executive director of the state board, use the funding appropriated pursuant to Section 156 of Chapter 44 of the Statutes of 2021 to enter into a contract with a county office of education or a consortium of county offices of education for the purposes of developing a model curriculum related to Native American studies by September 1, 2025. The model curriculum shall be housed on the platform developed and maintained by the California History-Social Science Project. The designated county office of education or consortium of county offices of education shall work with the California History-Social Science Project and Teaching California to ensure that the model curriculum is accessible and compatible with the platform. (2) The county office of education or consortium of county offices of education shall ensure the inclusion of authentic voices and perspectives in the development of the model curriculum and shall provide multiple opportunities for authentic stakeholder engagement across the state which shall include, but not be limited to, town halls or other input sessions and surveys. The county office of education or consortium of county offices of education shall consult with federally recognized Native American tribes located in California, California Native American tribes, faculty of Native American studies programs at universities and colleges with Native American studies programs, representatives of local educational agencies, members of the Instructional Quality Commission established pursuant to Section 33530, and teachers, including teachers who have relevant experiences or education backgrounds in the study and teaching of Native American studies. The Governor’s Tribal Advisor, the Native American Heritage Commission, and the department shall assist the county office of education or consortium of county offices of education in statewide tribal consultations with federally recognized Native American tribes located in California and California Native American tribes. (3) For purposes of this subdivision, “California Native American tribe” means a Native American tribe that is on the contact list maintained by the Native American Heritage Commission for the purposes of Chapter 905 of the Statutes of 2004 and Chapter 532 of the Statutes of 2014. (b) The model curriculum shall be written as a guide to allow school districts and charter schools to adapt their related courses to reflect the pupil demographics in their communities. The model curriculum shall include examples of courses offered by local educational agencies that have been approved as meeting the A–G admissions requirements of the University of California and the California State University, including, to the extent possible, course outlines for those courses. (c) The model curriculum shall be open source and accessible to educators across the state and include online instructional modules appropriate for use in elementary, middle, and high schools. (d) The county office of education or consortium of county offices of education may subcontract with a nonprofit organization or institution of higher education in the development of the model curriculum pursuant to this subdivision. (e) The county office of consortium or county offices of education shall submit a report annually, until the completion of the model curriculum, on its progress in the development of the model curriculum to the appropriate fiscal and policy committees of the Legislature and to the state board. (f) Beginning in the school year following the completion of the model curriculum pursuant to subdivision (a), each school district or charter school maintaining any of grades 9 to 12, inclusive, that does not otherwise offer a standards-based Native American studies curriculum is encouraged to offer to all otherwise qualified pupils a course of study in Native American studies. A school district or charter school that elects to offer a course of study in Native American studies pursuant to this subdivision shall offer the course as an elective in the social sciences or English language arts and shall make the course available in at least one year during a pupil’s enrollment in grades 9 to 12, inclusive. (g) It is the intent of the Legislature that local educational agencies submit course outlines for Native American studies for approval as A–G courses. (h) For purposes of this section, “model curriculum” means lesson plans, primary source documents, planning resources, teaching strategies, and professional development activities to assist teachers in teaching about Native American studies. (Amended by Stats. 2021, Ch. 252, Sec. 27. (AB 167) Effective September 23, 2021.)
  125. 51227.3.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The Instructional Quality Commission must ensure environmental principles and concepts are built into certain K–12 standards and curriculum frameworks when those materials are revised.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51227.3. (a) The Instructional Quality Commission shall ensure that the environmental principles and concepts developed pursuant to Section 71301 of the Public Resources Code are integrated into the content standards and curriculum frameworks in the subjects of English language arts, science, history-social science, health, and, to the extent practicable, mathematics whenever those standards and frameworks are revised. (b) The environmental principles and concepts shall be incorporated, as the state board determines to be appropriate, in the criteria developed for textbook adoption required pursuant to Section 60200 or 60400. (Added by Stats. 2018, Ch. 374, Sec. 4. (SB 720) Effective January 1, 2019.)
  126. 51228.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    School districts serving grades 7–12 must offer college-prep and career-prep course options, and give pupils a timely chance to enroll in needed courses before high school graduation.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51228. (a) Each school district maintaining any of grades 7 to 12, inclusive, shall offer to all otherwise qualified pupils in those grades a course of study fulfilling the requirements and prerequisites for admission to the California public institutions of postsecondary education and shall provide a timely opportunity to each of those pupils to enroll within a four-year period in each course necessary to fulfill those requirements and prerequisites prior to graduation from high school. (b) Each school district maintaining any of grades 7 to 12, inclusive, shall offer to all otherwise qualified pupils in those grades a course of study that provides an opportunity for those pupils to attain entry-level employment skills in business or industry upon graduation from high school. Districts are encouraged to provide all pupils with a rigorous academic curriculum that integrates academic and career skills, incorporates applied learning in all disciplines, and prepares all pupils for high school graduation and career entry. (c) A school district that adopts a required curriculum that meets or exceeds the model standards developed and adopted by the state board pursuant to Section 51226 shall be deemed to have fulfilled its responsibilities pursuant to subdivision (b). (d) A school district that adopts a required curriculum pursuant to subdivision (c) that meets or exceeds the model standards developed by the state board pursuant to Section 51226, or that adopts alternative means for pupils to complete the prescribed course of study pursuant to subdivision (b) of Section 51225.3, may substitute pupil demonstration of competence in the prescribed subjects through a practical demonstration of these skills in a regional occupational center or program, work experience, interdisciplinary study, independent study, credit earned at a postsecondary institution, or other outside school experience, as prescribed by Section 51225.3. (Amended by Stats. 2008, Ch. 179, Sec. 50. Effective January 1, 2009.)
  127. 51228.1.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    School districts serving grades 9–12 generally may not assign a pupil to a noninstructional course period for more than one week in a semester unless specified consent, benefit, and written-statement conditions are met.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51228.1. (a) Commencing with the 2016–17 school year, except as provided in subdivision (e), a school district maintaining any of grades 9 to 12, inclusive, shall not assign a pupil enrolled in any of grades 9 to 12, inclusive, in a school in the school district to any course period without educational content for more than one week in any semester, unless all of the following conditions are satisfied: (1) A pupil is assigned to that course only if the pupil or, for a pupil who has not reached the age of majority, the pupil’s parent, guardian, or educational rights holder has consented in writing to the assignment. (2) A school official has determined that the pupil will benefit from being assigned to the course period. (3) The principal or assistant principal of the school has stated in a written document maintained at the school that, for the relevant school year, no pupils are assigned to those classes unless the school has met the conditions specified in paragraphs (1) and (2). (b) Under no circumstances shall a school district assign a pupil enrolled in any of grades 9 to 12, inclusive, in a school in the school district to a course period without educational content because there are not sufficient curricular course offerings for the pupil to take during the relevant period of the designated schoolday. (c) For purposes of this section, “course period without educational content” is defined as one course period during which any of the following occurs: (1) The pupil is sent home or released from campus before the conclusion of the designated schoolday. (2) The pupil is assigned to a service, instructional work experience, or to an otherwise named course in which the pupil is assigned to assist a certificated employee, but not expected to complete curricular assignments, in a course the certificated employee is teaching during that period and where the ratio of certificated employees to pupils assigned to the course for curricular purposes is less than one to one. (3) The pupil is not assigned to any course for the relevant course period. (d) Nothing in this section shall be interpreted to limit or otherwise affect the authority of a school district to authorize dual enrollment in community college, as provided for in Chapter 5 (commencing with Section 48800) of Part 27, to establish and maintain evening high school programs, as provided for in Article 3 (commencing with Section 51720) of Chapter 5, to offer independent study, as provided for in Article 5.5 (commencing with Section 51745) of Chapter 5, to provide courses of work-based learning or work experience education, as provided for in Article 7 (commencing with Section 51760) of Chapter 5, or to offer any class or course of instruction authorized under Chapter 5 (commencing with Section 51700), if the program otherwise meets all of the requirements of law governing that program. (e) This section shall not apply to a pupil enrolled in any of the following: (1) An alternative school. (2) A community day school. (3) A continuation high school. (4) An opportunity school. (f) The Superintendent shall develop regulations for adoption by the state board to establish procedures governing this section, including the form of the written statement required pursuant to subdivision (a). (Added by Stats. 2015, Ch. 703, Sec. 1. (AB 1012) Effective January 1, 2016.)
  128. 51228.2.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    A school district with grades 9–12 generally may not assign a student to a course the student already completed, unless the course is meant to be repeated or specific written-consent and approval conditions are met.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51228.2. (a) Commencing with the 2016–17 school year, except as provided in subdivision (d), a school district maintaining any of grades 9 to 12, inclusive, shall not assign a pupil enrolled in any of grades 9 to 12, inclusive, in a school in the school district to a course that the pupil has previously completed and received a grade determined by the school district to be sufficient to satisfy the requirements and prerequisites for admission to the California public institutions of postsecondary education and the minimum requirements for receiving a diploma of graduation from high school established in this article, unless either of the following applies: (1) The course has been designed to be taken more than once because pupils are exposed to a new curriculum year to year and are therefore expected to derive educational value from taking the course again. (2) For any course that has not been designed to be taken more than once, all of the following conditions are satisfied: (A) A pupil is assigned to the course only if the pupil or, for a pupil who has not reached the age of majority, the pupil’s parent, guardian, or educational rights holder has consented in writing to the assignment for the purpose of improving a lower grade. (B) A school official has determined that the pupil will benefit from being assigned to the course period. (C) The principal or assistant principal of the school has stated in a written document to be maintained at the school that, for the relevant school year, no pupils are assigned to those classes unless the school has met the conditions specified in subparagraphs (A) and (B). (b) Under no circumstances shall a school district assign a pupil enrolled in any of grades 9 to 12, inclusive, in a school in the school district to a course that the pupil has previously completed and received a grade determined by the school district to be sufficient to satisfy the requirements and prerequisites for admission to the California public institutions of postsecondary education and the minimum requirements for receiving a diploma of graduation from high school established in this article because there are not sufficient curricular course offerings for the pupil to take during the relevant period of the designated schoolday. (c) Nothing in this section shall be interpreted to limit or otherwise affect the authority of a school district to authorize dual enrollment in community college, as provided for in Chapter 5 (commencing with Section 48800) of Part 27, to establish and maintain evening high school programs, as provided for in Article 3 (commencing with Section 51720) of Chapter 5, to offer independent study, as provided for in Article 5.5 (commencing with Section 51745) of Chapter 5, to provide courses of work-based learning or work experience education, as provided for in Article 7 (commencing with Section 51760) of Chapter 5, or to offer any class or course of instruction authorized under Chapter 5 (commencing with Section 51700), if the program otherwise meets all of the requirements of law governing that program. (d) This section shall not apply to a pupil enrolled in any of the following: (1) An alternative school. (2) A community day school. (3) A continuation high school. (4) An opportunity school. (e) The Superintendent shall develop regulations for adoption by the state board to establish procedures governing this section, including the form of the written statement required pursuant to subdivision (a). (Added by Stats. 2015, Ch. 703, Sec. 2. (AB 1012) Effective January 1, 2016.)
  129. 51228.3.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    This section lets a person file a complaint about noncompliance, allows an appeal to the department, requires a decision on the appeal within 60 days, and requires remedies, reporting, and regulations if merit is found or for annual administration.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51228.3. (a) A complaint of noncompliance with the requirements of Section 51228.1 or 51228.2 may be filed with the local educational agency under the Uniform Complaint Procedures set forth in Chapter 5.1 (commencing with Section 4600) of Division 1 of Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations. (b) A complainant not satisfied with the decision of a local educational agency may appeal the decision to the department pursuant to the Uniform Complaint Procedures set forth in Chapter 5.1 (commencing with Section 4600) of Division 1 of Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations, and shall receive a decision regarding the appeal within 60 days of the department’s receipt of the appeal. (c) If a local educational agency finds merit in a complaint filed pursuant to subdivision (a), or the Superintendent finds merit in an appeal made pursuant to subdivision (b), the local educational agency shall provide a remedy to the affected pupil. (d) The Superintendent shall prepare an annual report detailing actions taken pursuant to this section. By January 1 of each year, the Superintendent shall submit the report to the appropriate fiscal and policy committees of the Legislature. (e) The Superintendent shall have all power and authority necessary to effectuate the requirements of this section. The Superintendent shall develop regulations for adoption by the state board that set forth the procedures governing this section. (Added by Stats. 2015, Ch. 703, Sec. 3. (AB 1012) Effective January 1, 2016.)
  130. 51229.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    School districts offering grades 9 to 12 must give parents or guardians an annual written notice with specified college and career planning information.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51229. (a) Each school year, as part of the annual notification required pursuant to Section 48980, a school district offering any of grades 9 to 12, inclusive, shall provide the parent or guardian of each minor pupil enrolled in any of those grades in the district with written notification that, to the extent possible, shall not exceed one page in length and that includes all of the following: (1) A brief explanation of the college admission requirements. (2) A list of the current University of California and California State University internet websites that help pupils and their families learn about college admission requirements and that list high school courses that have been certified by the University of California as satisfying the requirements for admission to the University of California and the California State University. (3) A brief description of what career technical education is, as defined by the department. (4) The internet address for the portion of the department’s internet website where pupils can learn more about career technical education. (5) Information about how pupils may meet with school counselors to help them choose courses at their schools that will meet college admission requirements or enroll in career technical education courses, or both. (6) A separate and distinct disclosure, provided as part of the school district’s annual parent notification, as required by the federal Family Education Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (20 U.S.C. Sec. 1232g), that data may be shared with the California College Guidance Initiative to provide pupils and their families with direct access to online tools and resources for college and career planning. (7) Direction to the CaliforniaColleges.edu platform in order to access resources that help pupils and their families learn about college admissions requirements. (b) For purposes of this section, “college admission requirements” means the list of courses that satisfy the subject requirements for admission to the California State University and the University of California. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 38, Sec. 64. (SB 153) Effective June 29, 2024.)
  131. 51230.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    A school district governing board may give graduation credit for community service hours based on hours spent completing a community emergency response training course, if the district requires community service for graduation.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Courses of Study, Grades 7 to 12 [51220 - 51230] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51230. (a) If the governing board of a school district requires the completion of community service hours as a requirement for graduation from high school, the school district may provide a pupil with credit towards the community service hours required for graduation commensurate with the hours required for completion of a course in community emergency response training. (b) Subdivision (a) does not exempt the governing board of a school district from complying with the requirements of subdivision (b) of Section 51225.3. (Added by Stats. 2019, Ch. 70, Sec. 1. (AB 1062) Effective January 1, 2020.)
  132. 51240.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Exemptions from Requirements [51240 - 51246] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    A pupil must be excused from health instruction that conflicts with a parent’s or guardian’s religious training and beliefs if the parent or guardian makes a written request.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Exemptions from Requirements [51240 - 51246] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51240. (a) If any part of a school’s instruction in health conflicts with the religious training and beliefs of a parent or guardian of a pupil, the pupil, upon written request of the parent or guardian, shall be excused from the part of the instruction that conflicts with the religious training and beliefs. (b) For purposes of this section, “religious training and beliefs” includes personal moral convictions. (Added by Stats. 2004, Ch. 896, Sec. 49. Effective September 29, 2004. Note: Similar provisions were in the previous Section 51240, which was enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010, and repealed by Stats. 2003, Ch. 650.)
  133. 51240.5.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Exemptions from Requirements [51240 - 51246] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    Schools must grant a physical education accommodation for a pupil who is fasting for religious reasons, if the required written notice is given.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Exemptions from Requirements [51240 - 51246] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51240.5. (a) A pupil in kindergarten or any of grades 1 to 12, inclusive, shall be granted an accommodation in connection with any physical activity components of a physical education course during a period of religious fasting upon the submission to the school principal of written notification from the pupil’s parent or guardian, if the pupil is less than 18 years of age, or from the pupil, if the pupil is 18 years of age or older, that the pupil is participating in religious fasting. (b) For purposes of calculating compliance with the instructional time requirements of paragraph (7) of subdivision (a) of Section 51210, subdivision (a) of Section 51222, and subdivision (a) of Section 51223, a pupil shall be credited with instructional time for any time for which the pupil was granted an accommodation in connection with engaging in physical activity components pursuant to this section, upon completion of alternative assignments or activities by the pupil. (Added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 960, Sec. 1. (AB 2377) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  134. 51241.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Exemptions from Requirements [51240 - 51246] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    School officials may grant temporary, two-year, or permanent exemptions from physical education for qualifying pupils, and some pupils must not reduce their total class hours because of the exemption.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Exemptions from Requirements [51240 - 51246] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51241. (a) The governing board of a school district or the office of the county superintendent of schools of a county may grant a temporary exemption to a pupil from courses in physical education, if the pupil is one of the following: (1) Ill or injured and a modified program to meet the needs of the pupil cannot be provided. (2) Enrolled for one-half, or less, of the work normally required of full-time pupils. (b) (1) The governing board of a school district or the office of the county superintendent of schools of a county, with the consent of a pupil, may grant a pupil an exemption from courses in physical education for two years anytime during grades 10 to 12, inclusive, if the pupil has met satisfactorily at least five of the six standards of the physical performance test administered in grade 9 pursuant to Section 60800. (2) Pursuant to Sections 51210, 51220, and 51222, physical education is required to be offered to all pupils, and, therefore, schools are required to provide adequate facilities and instructional resources for that instruction. In this regard, paragraph (1) shall be implemented in a manner that does not create a new program or impose a higher level of service on a local educational agency. Paragraph (1) does not mandate any overall increase in staffing or instructional time because, pursuant to subdivision (d), pupils are not permitted to attend fewer total hours of class if they do not enroll in physical education. Paragraph (1) does not mandate any new costs because any additional physical education instruction that a local educational agency provides may be accomplished during the existing instructional day, with existing facilities. Paragraph (1) does not prevent a local educational agency from implementing any other temporary or permanent exemption authorized by this section. (c) The governing board of a school district or the office of the county superintendent of a county may grant permanent exemption from courses in physical education if the pupil complies with any one of the following: (1) Is 16 years of age or older and has been enrolled in grade 10 for one academic year or longer. (2) Is enrolled as a postgraduate pupil. (3) Is enrolled in a juvenile home, ranch, camp, or forestry camp school where pupils are scheduled for recreation and exercise pursuant to the requirements of Article 24 (commencing with Section 880) of Chapter 2 of Part 1 of Division 2 of the Welfare and Institutions Code. (d) A pupil exempted under paragraph (1) of subdivision (b) or paragraph (1) of subdivision (c) shall not attend fewer total hours of courses and classes if he or she elects not to enroll in a physical education course than he or she would have attended if he or she had elected to enroll in a physical education course. (e) Notwithstanding any other law, the governing board of a school district also may administer to pupils in grades 10 to 12, inclusive, the physical performance test required in grade 9 pursuant to Section 60800. A pupil who meets satisfactorily at least five of the six standards of this physical performance test in any of grades 10 to 12, inclusive, is eligible for an exemption pursuant to subdivision (b). (Amended (as amended by Stats. 2008, Ch. 32) by Stats. 2009, Ch. 140, Sec. 56. (AB 1164) Effective January 1, 2010.)
  135. 51242.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Exemptions from Requirements [51240 - 51246] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    A school district governing board may exempt certain high school pupils from physical education when they participate in a qualifying school-sponsored interscholastic athletic program.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Exemptions from Requirements [51240 - 51246] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51242. The governing board of a school district may exempt any four-year or senior high school pupil from attending courses of physical education, if the pupil is engaged in a regular school-sponsored interscholastic athletic program carried on wholly or partially after regular school hours. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  136. 51243.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Exemptions from Requirements [51240 - 51246] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    School authorities must give course credit for certain private-school world language courses, and the state board must adopt standards for that credit.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Exemptions from Requirements [51240 - 51246] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51243. Credit shall be given for purposes of the course of study requirements prescribed by school district governing boards or other authorities having jurisdiction for grades 9 to 12, inclusive, to courses in world languages in private schools on the basis of their being at least equivalent to those that would be required for the pupil in a world language class in the same grade level in the public schools. The state board shall adopt rules and regulations prescribing standards and conditions pursuant to which credit shall be given for those purposes to pupils in the public schools who have successfully completed world language studies in private schools. (Amended by Stats. 2018, Ch. 865, Sec. 19. (AB 2319) Effective January 1, 2019.)
  137. 51244.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Exemptions from Requirements [51240 - 51246] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    This section says the private-school world language credit rule applies to the listed languages and any other languages the state board designates.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Exemptions from Requirements [51240 - 51246] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51244. The provisions of Section 51243 giving credit for world language courses given in private schools shall apply to courses in the following languages: Chinese, French, German, Greek (classical and modern), Hebrew (classical and modern), Italian, Japanese, Jewish, Latin, Spanish, and Russian, and other languages as the state board shall designate. (Amended by Stats. 2018, Ch. 865, Sec. 20. (AB 2319) Effective January 1, 2019.)
  138. 51245.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Exemptions from Requirements [51240 - 51246] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    For credit for certain world language courses in private schools, instructors do not have to be regularly credentialed teachers.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Exemptions from Requirements [51240 - 51246] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51245. For purposes of the credit that may be given pursuant to Sections 51243 and 51244 for world language courses undertaken in private schools, it shall not be required that instructors in the private schools be regularly credentialed teachers. (Amended by Stats. 2018, Ch. 865, Sec. 21. (AB 2319) Effective January 1, 2019.)
  139. 51246.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Exemptions from Requirements [51240 - 51246] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    A school district governing board may exempt certain 12th-grade pupils from physical education, but not if the exemption would leave them attending school 240 minutes or more per day.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Exemptions from Requirements [51240 - 51246] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51246. The governing board of a school district may exempt any pupil enrolled in his last semester or quarter, as the case may be, of the 12th grade who, pursuant to Section 46145 or 46147, is permitted to attend school less than 240 or 180 minutes per day, from attending courses of physical education; provided, however, that such pupil may not be exempted pursuant to this section from attending courses of physical education if such pupil would, after such exemption, attend school for 240 minutes or more per day. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  140. 51250.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4.5. Schoolage Military Dependents [51250 - 51251] ( Article 4.5 added by Stats. 2006, Ch. 608, Sec. 2. )

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    The department must set up a formal liaison and take steps to help military dependents with course credit transfer, school integration, graduation requirements, and model agreements.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4.5. Schoolage Military Dependents [51250 - 51251] ( Article 4.5 added by Stats. 2006, Ch. 608, Sec. 2. ) ## 51250. The department shall establish a formal liaison with the United States Department of Defense and school districts and county offices of education that enroll military dependents to do all of the following: (a) Examine course credit transfer issues and establish guidelines for course credit transfer. (b) Develop procedures to facilitate the integration of military dependents into new public schools. (c) Establish procedures to assist military dependents in meeting local graduation requirements. (d) Create model memorandums of agreement between military bases and school districts or county offices of education regarding enabling schoolage military dependents to experience a smoother transition from one school to another school. (Added by Stats. 2006, Ch. 608, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 2007.)
  141. 51251.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4.5. Schoolage Military Dependents [51250 - 51251] ( Article 4.5 added by Stats. 2006, Ch. 608, Sec. 2. )

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    School district governing boards and county offices of education may take steps to help military dependents with transfers and graduation requirements.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4.5. Schoolage Military Dependents [51250 - 51251] ( Article 4.5 added by Stats. 2006, Ch. 608, Sec. 2. ) ## 51251. (a) A governing board of a school district and a county office of education may undertake any or all of the following in order to properly address the needs of military dependents: (1) Establish a course credit transfer policy for schoolage military dependents provided that, under the policy, the military dependents would still substantially meet the graduation requirements prescribed by the governing board. A school district may require a military dependent, within reason, to meet the graduation requirements of the district, established pursuant to paragraph (2) of subdivision (a) of Section 51225.3, that are in addition to state graduation requirements. (2) Provide early entry transfer, pretranscript evaluation, pupil support services, and other similar assistance to aid schoolage military dependents in meeting graduation requirements. (b) A governing board of a school district may take the actions described in subdivision (a) if both of the following circumstances have been met: (1) The parent or legal guardian of the military dependent is serving on active duty or has been discharged from military service within the last year. (2) The transfer of the military dependent to a new school is the direct result of a military transfer or discharge of the parent or legal guardian of the dependent. (c) For purposes of this section, the following terms have the following meanings: (1) “Early entry transfer” means that a pupil shall have completed the transfer process prior to arriving on the campus of the school to which the pupil is transferring and that upon arrival at the school to which the pupil is transferring, the pupil shall be able to attend his or her assigned classes and participate in his or her desired extracurricular activities, if the pupil meets the eligibility requirements for those activities. (2) “Pretranscript evaluation” means that the school to which the pupil is transferring shall review the coursework-to-date of the pupil, including any unofficial transcripts, prior to the receipt of official transcripts or the arrival of the pupil. This evaluation process shall be designed to clarify any questions about the placement of the pupil in classes at the school to which the pupil is transferring and shall include communication with school counselors and teachers at the school from which the pupil is transferring by any or all of the following means: videoconferencing, e-mail correspondence, and telephone calls. (Amended by Stats. 2007, Ch. 130, Sec. 74. Effective January 1, 2008.)
  142. 51255.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4.6. California Purple Star School Designation Program [51255- 51255.] ( Article 4.6 added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 923, Sec. 1. )

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    This section creates the California Purple Star School Designation Program and requires the department to set up application criteria. Schools that earn the designation must show their active status on their website and reapply after three years if they want renewal.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 4.6. California Purple Star School Designation Program [51255- 51255.] ( Article 4.6 added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 923, Sec. 1. ) ## 51255. (a) The department shall establish a nonmonetary California Purple Star School Designation Program pursuant to this article in order to achieve both of the following goals: (1) Reduce the burden on military-connected pupils and their families by articulating the most critical transition supports for military-connected pupils and their families. (2) Publicly recognize and designate schools that meet certain requirements and signal which schools are the most committed and best equipped to meet military-connected pupils and their families’ unique needs. (b) (1) The department shall develop an application process that provides annual opportunities for schoolsites to earn the Purple Star School designation by demonstrating compliance with the application criteria adopted pursuant to paragraph (2). (2) The department shall adopt application criteria for schoolsites seeking the Purple Star School designation. The department shall consider including, as part of the application criteria, a requirement that a schoolsite do all of the following: (A) Demonstrate an active status designation, as identified by the department on the department’s internet website. (B) Designate a staff member to serve as a point of contact, who shall act as a liaison between military families and the schoolsite, easing military-connected pupils’ enrollment and acclimation period, and assist with pupils’ graduation requirements. (C) Provide professional development opportunities to train staff on the unique considerations for, and needs of, military-connected pupils. (D) Develop a dedicated webpage on the schoolsite’s internet website with easily accessible information and resources for military-connected families. (E) Provide a transition program to welcome and socially acclimate incoming military-connected pupils. This transition program may be pupil led. (F) Provide programming and events to include, celebrate, and honor service members and military-connected pupils and families, including community members. (c) (1) Once a schoolsite is awarded a Purple Star School designation, it shall display its active status designation, as identified by the department, on the schoolsite’s internet website. (2) A Purple Star School designation shall be valid for three years, after which a schoolsite seeking to renew its designation shall reapply pursuant to subdivision (b). (3) The department may request additional information to verify if a schoolsite that has earned a Purple Star School designation continues to adhere to the Purple Star School designation criteria adopted pursuant to paragraph (2) of subdivision (b). (4) (A) Notwithstanding paragraphs (1) and (2), if the department finds that a schoolsite that has earned a Purple Star School designation ceases to comply with the criteria adopted pursuant to paragraph (2) of subdivision (b) during the three-year designation period, the schoolsite shall lose the designation. (B) A schoolsite that loses the designation pursuant to subparagraph (A) may reapply pursuant to subdivision (b). (d) For purposes of this section, the following definitions apply: (1) “Military-connected pupil” means a schoolage child who is either of the following: (A) A dependent of a current or former member of any of the following: (i) The United States military, serving in the United States Air Force, United States Army, United States Coast Guard, United States Marine Corps, United States Navy, or United States Space Force on active duty. (ii) The California National Guard. (iii) A reserve force of the United States military. (B) Was a dependent of a member of a military or reserve force described in subparagraph (A) who was killed in the line of duty. (2) “Schoolsite” means a publicly funded school serving pupils in kindergarten or any of grades 1 to 12, inclusive. (Amended by Stats. 2025, Ch. 67, Sec. 58. (AB 1170) Effective January 1, 2026.)
  143. 51260.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Drug Education [51260 - 51269] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1977, Ch. 242. )

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    Schools must provide drug education instruction by appropriately trained instructors, with grade-specific requirements and a sequential curriculum.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Drug Education [51260 - 51269] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1977, Ch. 242. ) ## 51260. (a) Instruction shall be given in the elementary and secondary schools by appropriately trained instructors on drug education and the effects of the use of tobacco, alcohol, narcotics, dangerous drugs, as defined in Section 11032 of the Health and Safety Code, and other dangerous substances. For purposes of this chapter, an “appropriately trained instructor” is one who, based upon the determination of the site administrator, demonstrates competencies in interacting in a positive manner with children and youth; demonstrates knowledge of the properties and effects of tobacco, alcohol, narcotics, and dangerous drugs; and who demonstrates skills in conducting affective education, which include methods and techniques for helping children and youth to freely express ideas and opinions in a responsible manner and to gain an awareness of their values as they affect decisions related to drug use and misuse. In grades 1 through 6, instruction on drug education should be conducted in conjunction with courses given on health pursuant to subdivision (f) of Section 51210. In grades 7 to 12, inclusive, instruction on drug education shall be conducted in conjunction with courses given on health or in any appropriate area of study pursuant to Section 51220. Such instruction shall be sequential in nature and suited to meet the needs of students at their respective grade level. (b) Services provided under this section shall be in addition to, but shall not be duplicative of, services provided pursuant to Article 2 (commencing with Section 11965) of Part 3 of Division 10.5 of the Health and Safety Code. (Amended by Stats. 1987, Ch. 880, Sec. 1.)
  144. 51261.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Drug Education [51260 - 51269] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1977, Ch. 242. )

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    The State Board of Education may not accredit teacher education institutions for teacher certification after the 1972–73 fiscal year unless they offer drug education courses covering tobacco, alcohol, narcotics, restricted dangerous drugs, and other dangerous substances.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Drug Education [51260 - 51269] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1977, Ch. 242. ) ## 51261. Notwithstanding the provisions of Sections 44227 and 44228, the State Board of Education shall not accredit any teacher education institution for teacher certification purposes after the 1972–73 fiscal year unless it offers courses for prospective teachers on drug education and the effects of the use of tobacco, alcohol, narcotics, restricted dangerous drugs, as defined in Section 11032 of the Health and Safety Code, and other dangerous substances. The State Board of Education shall continually reevaluate approved teacher training institutions to insure that programs are in conformance with the intent of this section. (Repealed and added by Stats. 1977, Ch. 242.)
  145. 51262.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Drug Education [51260 - 51269] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1977, Ch. 242. )

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    The Legislature encourages schools to include a lesson on the effects of anabolic steroids in grades 7 to 12 programs.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Drug Education [51260 - 51269] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1977, Ch. 242. ) ## 51262. The Legislature hereby finds and declares that the use of anabolic steroids to expedite the physical development and to enhance the performance level of secondary school athletes presents a serious health hazard to these student athletes. It is the intent of the Legislature in enacting this measure that, beginning with the 1987–88 school year, schools be encouraged to include in instruction in grades 7 to 12, inclusive, in science, health, drug abuse, or physical education programs a lesson on the effects of the use of anabolic steroids. (Amended by Stats. 1994, Ch. 840, Sec. 24. Effective January 1, 1995.)
  146. 51263.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Drug Education [51260 - 51269] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1977, Ch. 242. )

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    The State Department of Education must make information available about model drug and alcohol abuse prevention education programs.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Drug Education [51260 - 51269] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1977, Ch. 242. ) ## 51263. The State Department of Education shall make available information on model drug and alcohol abuse prevention education programs developed and funded pursuant to Article 2 (commencing with Section 11965) of Chapter 2 of Part 3 of Division 10.5 of the Health and Safety Code, Chapter 7 (commencing with Section 13860) of Title 6 of Part 4 of the Penal Code, and other public and private sources. (Amended by Stats. 2003, Ch. 828, Sec. 29. Effective January 1, 2004.)
  147. 51264.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Drug Education [51260 - 51269] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1977, Ch. 242. )

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    The State Department of Education must issue and distribute guidelines on gang violence and drug/alcohol abuse prevention training for school staff, help schools with training programs and funding requests, and consult the Office of Emergency Services on gang violence.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Drug Education [51260 - 51269] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1977, Ch. 242. ) ## 51264. (a) The State Department of Education shall prepare and distribute to school districts and county offices of education guidelines for incorporating in-service training in gang violence and drug and alcohol abuse prevention for teachers, counselors, athletic directors, school board members, and other educational personnel into the staff development plans of all school districts and county offices of education. (b) The department shall, upon request, assist school districts and county offices of education in developing comprehensive gang violence and drug and alcohol abuse prevention in-service training programs. The department’s information and guidelines, to the maximum extent possible, shall encourage school districts and county offices of education to avoid duplication of effort by sharing resources, adapting or adopting model in-service training programs, developing joint and collaborative programs, and coordinating efforts with existing state staff development programs, county gang violence and drug and alcohol staff development programs, county health departments, county and city law enforcement agencies, and other public and private agencies providing health, drug, alcohol, gang violence prevention, or other related services at the local level. (c) The department shall assist school districts and county offices of education in qualifying for the receipt of federal and state funds to support their gang violence and drug and alcohol abuse prevention in-service training programs. (d) Each school that chooses to utilize the provisions of this article related to in-service training in gang violence and drug and alcohol abuse prevention, is encouraged to develop a single plan to strengthen its gang violence and drug and alcohol abuse prevention efforts. If a school develops or has developed a school improvement plan pursuant to Article 2 (commencing with Section 52010) of Chapter 6 of Part 28, or a school safety plan pursuant to Article 5 (commencing with Section 32280) of Chapter 2.5 of Part 19, it is encouraged to incorporate into that plan, where appropriate, the gang violence and drug and alcohol prevention plan that it has developed. (e) The department shall consult with the Office of Emergency Services regarding gang violence. (Amended by Stats. 2013, Ch. 352, Sec. 72. (AB 1317) Effective September 26, 2013. Operative July 1, 2013, by Sec. 543 of Ch. 352.)
  148. 51265.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Drug Education [51260 - 51269] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1977, Ch. 242. )

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    School districts and county offices of education are intended to give high priority to gang violence and drug and alcohol abuse prevention in-service training programs.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Drug Education [51260 - 51269] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1977, Ch. 242. ) ## 51265. It is the intent of the Legislature that school districts and county offices of education give high priority to gang violence and drug and alcohol abuse prevention in-service training programs, which shall be part of the overall strategy for comprehensive gang violence and drug and alcohol abuse prevention education. “Gang violence and drug and alcohol abuse prevention in-service training” for purposes of this article means the presentation of programs, instruction and curricula that will help educators develop competencies in interacting in a positive manner with children and youth to assist them in developing the positive values, self-esteem, knowledge, and skills to lead productive, gang-free and drug-free lives; develop knowledge of the causes of gang violence and substance abuse, and the properties and effects of tobacco, alcohol, narcotics, and dangerous drugs, including the risk of contracting acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) associated with intravenous drug use; receive training regarding available information and resources concerning gang violence and drug and alcohol abuse prevention as well as antigang and antisubstance abuse crime trends; develop familiarity with teaching social skills and resistance skills to children and youth; and develop skills in conducting effective education, which includes methods and techniques for helping children and youth to freely express ideas and opinions in a responsible manner and to understand the nature and consequences of their decisions as they relate to gang involvement and drug and alcohol abuse. (Added by Stats. 1988, Ch. 1048, Sec. 2.)
  149. 51266.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Drug Education [51260 - 51269] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1977, Ch. 242. )

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    The Office of Emergency Services, with the State Department of Education, must develop a model curriculum for grades 2, 4, and 6 on gang violence suppression and substance abuse prevention.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Drug Education [51260 - 51269] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1977, Ch. 242. ) ## 51266. (a) The Office of Emergency Services, in collaboration with the State Department of Education, shall develop a model gang violence suppression and substance abuse prevention curriculum for grades 2, 4, and 6. The curriculum for grades 2, 4, and 6 shall be modeled after a similar curriculum that has been developed by the Orange County Office of Education for grades 3, 5, and 7. The Office of Emergency Services, in collaboration with the State Department of Education, may contract with a county office of education for the development of the model curriculum. The model curriculum shall be made available to school districts and county offices of education and shall, at a minimum, provide for each of the following: (1) Lessons for grades 2, 4, and 6 that are aligned with the state curriculum frameworks for history, social science, and English and language arts. (2) Instructional resources that address issues of ethnic diversity and at-promise pupils. (3) The integration of the instructional resources of the Office of Emergency Services and the School/Law Enforcement Partnership in order to support the school curriculum and assist in the alignment of the state curriculum framework. (b) The Office of Emergency Services shall develop an independent evaluation of the pupil outcomes of the model gang violence suppression and substance abuse prevention curriculum program. (Amended by Stats. 2019, Ch. 800, Sec. 12. (AB 413) Effective January 1, 2020.)
  150. 51266.5.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Drug Education [51260 - 51269] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1977, Ch. 242. )

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    A state subcommittee, working with an advisory committee and the Office of Emergency Services, must review a model gang violence and substance abuse prevention curriculum and identify how it can best be used in rural schools.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Drug Education [51260 - 51269] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1977, Ch. 242. ) ## 51266.5. The Rural Gang Task Force Subcommittee provided for by subdivision (g) of Section 13826.1 of the Penal Code, in collaboration with the Gang Violence Suppression Advisory Committee provided for by subdivision (g) of Section 13826.1 of the Penal Code and the Office of Emergency Services, shall review the model gang violence suppression and substance abuse prevention curriculum for grades 2, 4, and 6, developed pursuant to Section 51266, and identify methods by which the curriculum can best be utilized in rural school settings. (Amended by Stats. 2013, Ch. 352, Sec. 74. (AB 1317) Effective September 26, 2013. Operative July 1, 2013, by Sec. 543 of Ch. 352.)
  151. 51268.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Drug Education [51260 - 51269] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1977, Ch. 242. )

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    The State Department of Education should encourage school districts and county offices of education to avoid duplicating drug, alcohol, and tobacco abuse prevention efforts.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Drug Education [51260 - 51269] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1977, Ch. 242. ) ## 51268. The State Department of Education shall encourage school districts and county offices of education to avoid duplication of efforts with regard to education programs for the prevention of drug, alcohol, and tobacco abuse through the following methods: (a) The sharing of resources. (b) The adaptation or adoption of model programs. (c) The development of joint and collaborative programs. (d) Coordination of the local planning and implementation of state programs with local health, social services, criminal justice, and education agencies and other entities. (e) The use of a single community advisory committee or task force for drug, alcohol, and tobacco abuse prevention programs, as an alternative to the creation of a separate group for that purpose under each state or federally funded program. (Added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 923, Sec. 2.)
  152. 51269.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Drug Education [51260 - 51269] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1977, Ch. 242. )

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    The State Department of Education must work with other state agencies to simplify grant applications and develop a statewide monitoring and assessment system for drug, alcohol, and tobacco abuse prevention resources, to the extent possible.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Drug Education [51260 - 51269] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1977, Ch. 242. ) ## 51269. (a) The State Department of Education shall collaborate, to the extent possible, with other state agencies that administer drug, alcohol, and tobacco abuse prevention education programs to streamline and simplify the process whereby local educational agencies apply for state and federal drug, alcohol, and tobacco education funds. (b) The State Department of Education, in consultation with the Department of Justice, Office of Emergency Services, the State Department of Public Health, and the State Department of Health Care Services, shall develop, to the extent possible, an ongoing statewide monitoring and assessment system to provide current and reliable data on the utilization of resources for programs for prevention of and early intervention for drug, alcohol, and tobacco abuse. The purpose of the system shall be to facilitate improved planning and program delivery among state and local agencies, including law enforcement, juvenile justice, county health, and county drug and alcohol agencies and programs, and communities. (Amended by Stats. 2013, Ch. 22, Sec. 6. (AB 75) Effective June 27, 2013. Operative July 1, 2013, by Sec. 110 of Ch. 22.)
  153. 51280.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Primary Education Model Curriculum for Lifelong Health, Aging, and Financial Literacy [51280 - 51284.5] ( Heading of Article 6 amended by Stats. 2013, Ch. 135, Sec. 2. )

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    The Legislature states findings about aging, savings, debt, and health, and says it intends legislation to educate Californians about aging, health, and financial planning.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Primary Education Model Curriculum for Lifelong Health, Aging, and Financial Literacy [51280 - 51284.5] ( Heading of Article 6 amended by Stats. 2013, Ch. 135, Sec. 2. ) ## 51280. (a) The Legislature finds and declares all of the following: (1) There are profound personal and financial implications for Californians associated with the average life expectancy steadily increasing toward 100 years of age. (2) The savings rate among “boomers” continues to drop, while their cumulative debt continues to rise. (3) A majority of workers choose to “cash out” of their employment savings plans when changing jobs, rather than transferring the accounts upon job changes and maintaining their savings in these accounts. (4) It is estimated that 40 to 50 percent of “boomers” will likely find themselves living their later years in financial hardship. (5) Californians should be financially prepared for, and aware of, the lifelong health issues associated with later life. (b) It is the intent of the Legislature to enact legislation that will result in the education of all Californians regarding our prospect of becoming an “aging” state, including education as to all of the following: (1) The changes we can expect in the later years of our lives. (2) The changes we can expect of a society that is growing older. (3) How we can be better prepared to sustain ourselves and our society in the coming years. (4) The financial realities of living for a century. (5) The importance of saving and financial planning. (6) The financial benefits of healthful living and disease prevention. (7) A new vision of aging, thereby dispelling ageist myths. (8) An understanding of chronic disease and illness, with an emphasis on disease prevention and health in later life. (Added by Stats. 2002, Ch. 541, Sec. 10. Effective January 1, 2003.)
  154. 51282.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Primary Education Model Curriculum for Lifelong Health, Aging, and Financial Literacy [51280 - 51284.5] ( Heading of Article 6 amended by Stats. 2013, Ch. 135, Sec. 2. )

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    The Superintendent of Public Instruction must make the existing curriculum available to teachers.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Primary Education Model Curriculum for Lifelong Health, Aging, and Financial Literacy [51280 - 51284.5] ( Heading of Article 6 amended by Stats. 2013, Ch. 135, Sec. 2. ) ## 51282. (a) It is the intent of the Legislature to enact legislation to establish educational requirements in order to instill in California’s youth a sense of importance about lifelong financial planning and preparation, including, among other things, the costs of health care, in a much-extended later life. (b) Educational institutions have developed a model curriculum in lifelong healthy aging and financial preparedness, with materials, free of charge, for the Superintendent of Public Instruction to disseminate to school teachers at the local level. (c) The Superintendent of Public Instruction shall make this existing curriculum available to teachers, using materials that are currently available at no cost, with information and links provided through the Internet, in order to provide to students in grades 7 to 12, inclusive, instruction on human growth, human development, and financial preparedness. (Added by Stats. 2002, Ch. 541, Sec. 10. Effective January 1, 2003.)
  155. 51284.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Primary Education Model Curriculum for Lifelong Health, Aging, and Financial Literacy [51280 - 51284.5] ( Heading of Article 6 amended by Stats. 2013, Ch. 135, Sec. 2. )

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    The state board must ensure that the listed academic areas include human development, human contribution to society, and financial literacy topics.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Primary Education Model Curriculum for Lifelong Health, Aging, and Financial Literacy [51280 - 51284.5] ( Heading of Article 6 amended by Stats. 2013, Ch. 135, Sec. 2. ) ## 51284. Concurrently with, but not prior to, the next revision of textbooks or curriculum frameworks in the social sciences, health, and mathematics curricula, the state board shall ensure that these academic areas integrate components of human growth, human development, and human contribution to society, across the life course, and also financial literacy, including, but not limited to, budgeting and managing credit, student loans, consumer debt, and identity theft security. (Amended by Stats. 2013, Ch. 135, Sec. 3. (AB 166) Effective January 1, 2014.)
  156. 51284.5.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Primary Education Model Curriculum for Lifelong Health, Aging, and Financial Literacy [51280 - 51284.5] ( Heading of Article 6 amended by Stats. 2013, Ch. 135, Sec. 2. )

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    When the history-social science curriculum framework is revised after January 1, 2017, the Instructional Quality Commission must consider adding financial literacy content and include age-appropriate related content across three grade spans at least twice each.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Required Courses of Study [51200 - 51284.5] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Primary Education Model Curriculum for Lifelong Health, Aging, and Financial Literacy [51280 - 51284.5] ( Heading of Article 6 amended by Stats. 2013, Ch. 135, Sec. 2. ) ## 51284.5. Notwithstanding Section 51284, when the history-social science curriculum framework is revised after January 1, 2017, the Instructional Quality Commission shall consider including both of the following: (a) Age-appropriate information for grade spans, as listed in paragraphs (1) to (3), inclusive, of subdivision (b), on financial literacy that includes, but is not limited to, all of the following: (1) Fundamentals of banking for personal use, including, but not limited to, savings and checking and managing to minimize fees. (2) Principles of budgeting for independent living. (3) Employment and understanding factors that affect net income, including the topics described in subdivision (a) of Section 49110.5. (4) Uses and effects of credit, including managing credit scores and the relation of debt and interest to credit. (5) Uses and costs of loans, including student loans, as well as policies that provide student loan forgiveness. (6) Types and costs of insurance, including home, auto, health, and life insurance. (7) Impacts of the tax system, including its impact on personal income, the process to file taxes, and how to read tax forms and pay stubs. (8) Principles of investing and building wealth, including investment alternatives to build financial security, including tax-advantaged investments such as pensions and 401(k) plans, individual retirement accounts (IRAs), and stocks, bonds, mutual funds, and index funds. (9) Enhancing consumer protection skills by raising awareness of common scams and frauds and preventing identity theft. (10) Identifying means to finance college, workforce education, low-cost community college options, and other career technical educational pathways or apprenticeships. Financing options covered may include scholarships, merit aid, the California Kids Investment and Development Savings Program, as established in Article 19.5 (commencing with Section 69996) of Chapter 2 of Part 42 of Division 5 of Title 3, and student loans. (11) Understanding how psychology can impact one’s financial well-being. (12) Charitable giving. (13) Other topics that are directly and specifically relevant to personal finance. (b) Age-appropriate content related to the topics listed in paragraphs (1) to (13), inclusive, of subdivision (a), at least twice in each of the following grade spans: (1) Kindergarten and grades 1 to 5, inclusive. (2) Grades 6 to 8, inclusive. (3) Grades 9 to 12, inclusive. (Amended by Stats. 2025, Ch. 8, Sec. 47. (AB 121) Effective June 27, 2025.)
  157. 51400.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Elementary School Diploma [51400 - 51403] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    A school district governing board that maintains an elementary school may authorize graduation diplomas by examination and may issue elementary school diplomas.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Elementary School Diploma [51400 - 51403] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51400. The governing board of any school district maintaining an elementary school may provide for the conferring of diplomas of graduation, by examination, and may issue diplomas of graduation from the elementary schools of the district and from special day and evening classes of elementary grade maintained by the district of any type or class. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  158. 51401.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Elementary School Diploma [51400 - 51403] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    A school district governing board may issue graduation diplomas without examination to pupils in an accredited school.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Elementary School Diploma [51400 - 51403] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51401. Nothing in this article shall be construed as prohibiting the governing board of any school district from issuing diplomas of graduation without examination to the pupils in any school which has been accredited by the county board of education. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  159. 51402.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Elementary School Diploma [51400 - 51403] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    Elementary school graduation diplomas may be conferred only on pupils who have completed the prescribed course of study.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Elementary School Diploma [51400 - 51403] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51402. The diplomas of graduation from elementary schools shall be conferred only upon the pupils who have completed the course of study prescribed. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  160. 51403.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Elementary School Diploma [51400 - 51403] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    Elementary school diplomas may use district or state-provided forms, and all diplomas must be signed by the board majority or its designated representative; facsimile signatures or signature stamps are allowed.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Elementary School Diploma [51400 - 51403] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51403. Elementary school diplomas granted by the governing board of a school district may be on blanks furnished by the Superintendent of Public Instruction or on forms provided by the district, which shall be subject to the approval of the Superintendent of Public Instruction. All diplomas shall be signed by a majority of the members of the board or its designated representative. Facsimile signatures or signature stamps may be used for this purpose. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  161. 51410.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Diplomas [51410 - 51413] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    Diplomas and certificates may not include marks or words showing a pupil was placed in a classification based on intellectual or mental capacity.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Diplomas [51410 - 51413] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51410. No diploma, certificate or other document which is conferred upon a pupil as evidence of his completion of a prescribed course of study or training shall bear any distinctive marking or words which indicate that the pupil upon whom it was conferred was, for purposes of his course of study or training, placed within a particular classification based upon his intellectual or mental capacity. The provisions of this section shall not be construed to prevent a diploma, certificate or other document from indicating that the pupil upon whom it is conferred maintained exceptionally high grades during his course of study or training, or that he completed his course with honors, or to prevent the governing board of any school district from publicizing such information. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  162. 51411.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Diplomas [51410 - 51413] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    A school district governing board may not require students to live in the district for any minimum time to graduate from the district’s high schools.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Diplomas [51410 - 51413] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51411. No governing board of any school district maintaining a high school shall require as a condition for graduation from the high schools within the district that a pupil have resided within the district for any minimum length of time. (Added by Stats. 1977, Ch. 36.)
  163. 51412.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Diplomas [51410 - 51413] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    A diploma, certificate, or similar completion document cannot be issued to a pupil unless the pupil has met the required basic-skills proficiency standards.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Diplomas [51410 - 51413] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51412. No diploma, certificate or other document, except transcripts and letters of recommendation, shall be conferred on a pupil as evidence of completion of a prescribed course of study or training, or of satisfactory attendance, unless the pupil has met the standards of proficiency in basic skills prescribed by the governing board of the high school district, or equivalent thereof. (Amended by Stats. 2000, Ch. 1058, Sec. 43. Effective January 1, 2001.)
  164. 51413.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Diplomas [51410 - 51413] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    Local educational agencies, and the department for state special schools, must give a high school diploma to certain pupils who completed grade 12 in 2003–04 through 2014–15 and met graduation requirements except for the exit exam.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Diplomas [51410 - 51413] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51413. (a) Notwithstanding any other law, the governing board or body of a local educational agency, and the department on behalf of state special schools, shall grant a diploma of graduation from high school to any pupil who completed grade 12 in the 2003–04 school year through the 2014–15 school year and met all applicable graduation requirements other than the passage of the high school exit examination required pursuant to former Section 60851, as that section read on January 1, 2017. (b) For purposes of this section, “local educational agency” means a school district, county office of education, or charter school. (Added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 641, Sec. 11. (AB 830) Effective January 1, 2018.)
  165. 51420.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. High School Equivalency Certificates [51420 - 51427] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The Superintendent must issue a California high school equivalency certificate and an official score report, or just an official score report, to eligible people.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. High School Equivalency Certificates [51420 - 51427] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51420. The Superintendent shall issue a California high school equivalency certificate and an official score report, or an official score report only, to any person who has not completed high school and who meets all of the following requirements: (a) Is a resident of this state or is a member of the armed services assigned to duty in this state. (b) Has taken all or a portion of a high school equivalency test that has been approved by the state board and that is administered by a testing center approved by the department, with a score determined by the state board to be equal to the standard of performance expected from high school graduates. (c) Meets one of the following: (1) Is at least 18 years of age. (2) Would have graduated from high school had he or she remained in school and followed the usual course of study toward graduation. (3) Is at least 17 years of age, has accumulated fewer than 100 units of high school credit, and is confined to a state or county hospital or to an institution maintained by a state or county correctional agency. (4) (A) Is at least 17 years of age, has accumulated fewer than 100 units of high school credit prior to enrollment in the academic program described in this paragraph, and has successfully completed the academic program offered by a dropout recovery high school that provides the pupil with all of the following: (i) Instruction aligned to state academic content standards. (ii) The opportunity to complete the requirements for a high school diploma. (iii) At least one year of instruction or instruction followed by services related to the academic program. (B) For purposes of this paragraph, “dropout recovery high school” has the same meaning as set forth in subparagraph (D) of paragraph (4) of subdivision (a) of Section 52052. (Amended by Stats. 2017, Ch. 663, Sec. 1. (AB 1176) Effective January 1, 2018.)
  166. 51421.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. High School Equivalency Certificates [51420 - 51427] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The Superintendent may charge a one-time fee for test registration, up to $20 per person, and the examinee must submit two specified requests to the Superintendent.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. High School Equivalency Certificates [51420 - 51427] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51421. (a) The Superintendent may charge a one-time only fee, established by the state board, to be submitted by an examinee when registering for the test sufficient in an amount not greater than the amount required to pay the cost of administering this article, including costs related to subdivision (b), and for the cost of providing services related to the completion of a high school equivalency test that has been approved by the state board. The amount of each fee may not exceed twenty dollars ($20) per person. (b) The examinee shall be responsible for submitting to the Superintendent both of the following requests: (1) A request for a duplicate copy of the high school equivalency certificate. (2) A request to forward a report of the results of a high school equivalency test approved by the state board to a postsecondary educational institution. (Amended by Stats. 2017, Ch. 663, Sec. 2. (AB 1176) Effective January 1, 2018.)
  167. 51421.5.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. High School Equivalency Certificates [51420 - 51427] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    Contractors or testing centers may not charge their separate fee to certain eligible examinees, and the Superintendent must adopt emergency regulations to implement the section.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. High School Equivalency Certificates [51420 - 51427] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51421.5. (a) If, for purposes of this article, a contractor or testing center charges an examinee its own separate fee, the contractor or testing center shall not charge that fee to an examinee who meets all of the following criteria: (1) The examinee qualifies as a homeless child or youth, as defined in paragraph (2) of Section 725 of the federal McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. Sec. 11434a(2)), or as a foster youth, as defined in subdivision (f). (2) The examinee has not attained 25 years of age as of the date of the scheduled examination. (3) For an examinee who qualifies as a homeless child or youth pursuant to paragraph (1), the examinee can verify his or her status as a homeless child or youth. A homeless services provider that has knowledge of the examinee’s housing status may verify the examinee’s status for purposes of this paragraph. (b) For purposes of this section, a “homeless services provider” includes either of the following: (1) A homeless services provider listed in paragraph (3) of subdivision (d) of Section 103577 of the Health and Safety Code. (2) Any other person or entity that is qualified to verify an individual’s housing status, as determined by the department. (c) Additional state funds shall not be appropriated for purposes of implementing this section. (d) The Superintendent shall adopt emergency regulations, as necessary, to implement this section. The adoption of these regulations shall be deemed to be an emergency and necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, and safety, or general welfare. (e) The department shall include a provision in all memorandums of understanding with contractors for purposes of providing a high school equivalency test, that if the surplus funds in the Special Deposit Fund Account are depleted, the ongoing costs of a fee waiver for an examinee deemed eligible for a waiver pursuant to this section shall be absorbed by the contractor. (f) For purposes of this section, a “foster youth” means any individual who meets or has ever met one of the following criteria: (1) A child who was the subject of a petition filed pursuant to Section 300 of the Welfare and Institutions Code and removed from his or her home by the juvenile court pursuant to Section 319 or 361 of the Welfare and Institutions Code. (2) A child who was the subject of a petition filed pursuant to Section 602 of the Welfare and Institutions Code and removed from his or her home by the juvenile court pursuant to Section 727 of the Welfare and Institutions Code. (g) This section shall become operative on July 1, 2019. (Amended (as added by Stats. 2015, Ch. 384, Sec. 4) by Stats. 2016, Ch. 697, Sec. 3. (AB 2656) Effective January 1, 2017. Section operative July 1, 2019, by its own provisions.)
  168. 51422.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. High School Equivalency Certificates [51420 - 51427] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    Each scoring contractor must send the Superintendent test results for each examinee covered by this section and forward the required fee for each GED examinee.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. High School Equivalency Certificates [51420 - 51427] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51422. Each scoring contractor shall provide the Superintendent with a set of results for each examinee who has taken all or a portion of a high school equivalency test that has been approved by the state board. Each scoring contractor shall forward to the Superintendent the fee established pursuant to Section 51421 for each examinee who has taken the general educational development test. (Amended by Stats. 2018, Ch. 92, Sec. 55. (SB 1289) Effective January 1, 2019.)
  169. 51423.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. High School Equivalency Certificates [51420 - 51427] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The Superintendent may arrange high school equivalency testing for people in certain hospitals or correctional institutions, and those agencies must reimburse the cost on request. The Superintendent may also waive requirements so a county office of education can offer a preparation program to qualifying confined students.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. High School Equivalency Certificates [51420 - 51427] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51423. (a) (1) The Superintendent may provide for the administration of a high school equivalency test that has been approved by the state board to persons confined to state or county hospitals or to institutions maintained by state or county correctional agencies. (2) Those agencies, upon request, shall reimburse the Superintendent in an amount sufficient to pay the cost of administering the test. (b) Notwithstanding any other law, the Superintendent may grant a waiver to a county office of education to provide a preparation program, for a high school equivalency test that has been approved by the state board, as part of any other instructional program during the regular schoolday to a person who is at least 17 years of age, has accumulated insufficient units of high school credit to graduate from high school by 18 years of age, and is confined to a state or county hospital or to an institution maintained by a state or county correctional agency. (Amended by Stats. 2017, Ch. 663, Sec. 4. (AB 1176) Effective January 1, 2018.)
  170. 51424.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. High School Equivalency Certificates [51420 - 51427] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The Superintendent of Public Instruction must keep a permanent record of California high school equivalency certificates issued under this article.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. High School Equivalency Certificates [51420 - 51427] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51424. The Superintendent of Public Instruction shall keep a permanent record of California high school equivalency certificates issued pursuant to this article. (Amended by Stats. 2002, Ch. 163, Sec. 3. Effective January 1, 2003.)
  171. 51425.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. High School Equivalency Certificates [51420 - 51427] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    A California high school equivalency certificate must be treated as a high school diploma for employment requirements by state and local public agencies in California.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. High School Equivalency Certificates [51420 - 51427] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51425. A California high school equivalency certificate shall be deemed to be a high school diploma for the purpose of meeting the requirements of employment by all state and local public agencies in this state. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  172. 51426.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. High School Equivalency Certificates [51420 - 51427] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The State Board of Education must adopt rules and regulations needed to carry out this article.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. High School Equivalency Certificates [51420 - 51427] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51426. The State Board of Education shall adopt rules and regulations necessary to implement this article. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  173. 51427.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. High School Equivalency Certificates [51420 - 51427] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    A Special Deposit Fund Account is authorized in the State Treasury, funded by certain fees, and those fees are appropriated for support of the Department of Education.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3. High School Equivalency Certificates [51420 - 51427] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51427. Pursuant to Section 16370 of the Government Code, there is hereby authorized in the State Treasury a Special Deposit Fund Account, which shall consist of fees that may be prescribed by Sections 51421 and 51423. All of the fees collected are hereby appropriated without regard to fiscal year for the support of the Department of Education to be used pursuant to this article. (Amended by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1546, Sec. 9.)
  174. 51430.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Retroactive High School Diplomas [51430 - 51442] ( Heading of Article 3.5 amended by Stats. 2004, Ch. 255, Sec. 1. )

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    Certain school authorities may retroactively grant high school diplomas to qualifying people, including some deceased persons; for one category, they must consider outside-U.S. or online/virtual coursework.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Retroactive High School Diplomas [51430 - 51442] ( Heading of Article 3.5 amended by Stats. 2004, Ch. 255, Sec. 1. ) ## 51430. (a) Notwithstanding any other law, a high school district, unified school district, county office of education, or the governing body of a charter school may retroactively grant a high school diploma to a person who has not received a high school diploma if they meet any of the following conditions: (1) The person was interned by order of the federal government during World War II and was enrolled in a high school operated by the school district or under the jurisdiction of the county office of education immediately preceding their internment and did not receive a high school diploma because their education was interrupted due to their internment during World War II. (2) The person is a veteran of World War II, the Korean War, or the Vietnam War; was honorably discharged from their military service; was enrolled in a high school operated by the school district or under the jurisdiction of the county office of education immediately preceding their military service in those wars; and did not receive a high school diploma because their education was interrupted due to their military service in those wars. (3) The person has departed California against their will, as defined in subdivision (d) of Section 48204.4, and, at the time of their departure, was enrolled in grade 12 of a high school operated by the school district, by or under the jurisdiction of the county office of education, or by the charter school; did not receive a high school diploma because their education was interrupted due to their departure; and was in good academic standing at the time of their departure. In making an evaluation as to whether to award a high school diploma to a pupil who meets the conditions of this paragraph, a school district, county office of education, or charter school shall consider any coursework that may have been completed by the pupil outside of the United States or that may have been completed by the pupil through online or virtual courses. (4) The person was in their senior year of high school during the 2019–20 school year; in good academic standing and on track to graduate at the end of the 2019–20 school year, as of March 1, 2020; and unable to complete the statewide graduation requirements as a result of the COVID-19 crisis. (b) A high school district, unified school district, or county office of education may retroactively grant a high school diploma to a deceased person who meets the conditions of paragraph (1) or (2) of subdivision (a), to be received by the next of kin of the deceased person. (Amended by Stats. 2020, Ch. 66, Sec. 2. (AB 1350) Effective January 1, 2021.)
  175. 51440.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Retroactive High School Diplomas [51430 - 51442] ( Heading of Article 3.5 amended by Stats. 2004, Ch. 255, Sec. 1. )

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    Certain school districts and county education offices may evaluate prior classes and military training and may grant a diploma to eligible people, subject to state board regulations.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Retroactive High School Diplomas [51430 - 51442] ( Heading of Article 3.5 amended by Stats. 2004, Ch. 255, Sec. 1. ) ## 51440. (a) (1) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, subject to regulations that the state board shall prescribe, a high school district, unified school district, or county office of education maintaining a four-year high school or senior high school, may, for a person who has not received a high school diploma included in paragraph (2), evaluate classes completed in any high school, community college, or state college; grant credit toward graduation for military service and training received while in the military service of the United States, and if satisfied that that person has completed the equivalent of the requirements for graduation from high school, grant him or her a diploma of graduation. (2) Persons who may be granted a diploma pursuant to paragraph (1) are: (A) A former member of the Armed Forces who is a resident of this state and who has received an honorable discharge. (B) A member of the Armed Forces who is, and on the date he or she entered the Armed Forces was, a resident of this state. (b) A veteran who entered the military service of the United States while a pupil in grade 12 of a high school and who at the time of his or her entrance into military service had satisfactorily completed the first half of the work required for grade 12 shall be granted a diploma of graduation from that high school. (Amended by Stats. 2004, Ch. 255, Sec. 4. Effective January 1, 2005.)
  176. 51442.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Retroactive High School Diplomas [51430 - 51442] ( Heading of Article 3.5 amended by Stats. 2004, Ch. 255, Sec. 1. )

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    This section defines “veteran” for the article.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Retroactive High School Diplomas [51430 - 51442] ( Heading of Article 3.5 amended by Stats. 2004, Ch. 255, Sec. 1. ) ## 51442. For purposes of this article, “veteran” means a person who has served 90 days or more in the military service of the United States during a war with a foreign power or during any national emergency declared by the President of the United States and who has received an honorable discharge from that service. (Amended by Stats. 2004, Ch. 255, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 2005.)
  177. 51450.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Golden State Seal Merit Diploma [51450 - 51455] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1996, Ch. 204, Sec. 13. )

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    The Golden State Seal Merit Diploma is established as an honors diploma, and the State Board of Education and the Superintendent of Public Instruction must award it to each qualifying high school student.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Golden State Seal Merit Diploma [51450 - 51455] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1996, Ch. 204, Sec. 13. ) ## 51450. The Golden State Seal Merit Diploma is hereby established as an honors diploma to recognize high school graduates who have mastered the high school curriculum. The Golden State Seal Merit Diploma shall be awarded jointly by the State Board of Education and the Superintendent of Public Instruction to each qualifying high school student. (Added by Stats. 1996, Ch. 204, Sec. 13. Effective July 22, 1996.)
  178. 51451.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Golden State Seal Merit Diploma [51450 - 51455] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1996, Ch. 204, Sec. 13. )

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    A student qualifies for a Golden State Seal Merit Diploma by finishing all high school diploma requirements and showing mastery in at least six subject areas.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Golden State Seal Merit Diploma [51450 - 51455] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1996, Ch. 204, Sec. 13. ) ## 51451. A student who meets the following requirements shall qualify for a Golden State Seal Merit Diploma: (a) The completion of all requirements for a high school diploma. (b) A demonstration of the mastery of the curriculum in at least six subject matter areas, four of which shall be mathematics, English language arts, science, and United States history, with the remaining two subject matter areas selected by the student. (Added by Stats. 1996, Ch. 204, Sec. 13. Effective July 22, 1996.)
  179. 51452.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Golden State Seal Merit Diploma [51450 - 51455] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1996, Ch. 204, Sec. 13. )

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    The state board must determine and adopt rules for how pupils may show mastery of the curriculum and the standards or achievement levels for doing so, based on the Superintendent’s recommendations.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Golden State Seal Merit Diploma [51450 - 51455] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1996, Ch. 204, Sec. 13. ) ## 51452. The state board shall determine and adopt, based upon the recommendations of the Superintendent, the following: (a) The means by which pupils may demonstrate mastery of the curriculum. For subject matter areas, the means may include, but shall not be limited to, any subject matter examinations deemed appropriately rigorous by the state board. For this purpose, the state board may designate examinations administered by or under the auspices of the department, or examinations produced by private providers or local educational agencies, that are supervised and administered under conditions that are deemed adequate by the state board. (b) Pupil performance standards or achievement levels that demonstrate mastery of the curriculum. (Amended by Stats. 2009, Ch. 303, Sec. 13. (SB 509) Effective January 1, 2010.)
  180. 51453.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Golden State Seal Merit Diploma [51450 - 51455] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1996, Ch. 204, Sec. 13. )

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    The State Department of Education must send Golden State Examination results to school districts promptly, distribute an insignia for qualifying diplomas and transcripts, and consider whether additional awards would be appropriate.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Golden State Seal Merit Diploma [51450 - 51455] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1996, Ch. 204, Sec. 13. ) ## 51453. Under the policy direction of the State Board of Education and the administrative leadership of the Superintendent of Public Instruction, the State Department of Education shall do the following: (a) Ensure that the results of the Golden State Examination are sent to school districts in a timely manner and work with providers of other examinations to provide timely information to school districts on students who have met the performance standards so that school districts can efficiently maintain student records and identify pupils who meet the requirements of the Golden State Seal Merit Diploma. (b) Prepare and distribute to school districts an appropriate insignia to be affixed to a student’s diploma and transcript indicating that the student has been awarded a Golden State Seal Merit Diploma by the State Board of Education and the Superintendent of Public Instruction. (c) Consider whether it would be appropriate and feasible to provide any additional awards to recipients of the Golden State Seal Merit Diploma. (Added by Stats. 1996, Ch. 204, Sec. 13. Effective July 22, 1996.)
  181. 51454.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Golden State Seal Merit Diploma [51450 - 51455] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1996, Ch. 204, Sec. 13. )

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    School districts that issue high school diplomas must keep records to identify students who earned a Golden State Seal Merit Diploma and place the proper insignia on the diploma and transcript.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Golden State Seal Merit Diploma [51450 - 51455] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1996, Ch. 204, Sec. 13. ) ## 51454. Each school district that confers high school diplomas shall maintain appropriate records in order to identify students who have earned a Golden State Seal Merit Diploma, and shall affix the appropriate insignia to the diploma and transcript of each student that earns a Golden State Seal Merit Diploma. (Added by Stats. 1996, Ch. 204, Sec. 13. Effective July 22, 1996.)
  182. 51455.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Golden State Seal Merit Diploma [51450 - 51455] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1996, Ch. 204, Sec. 13. )

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    This section says no fee or other cost should be charged to pupils under the article, and it allows qualifying school districts to use certain funds to pay some or all exam costs for economically disadvantaged pupils.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Golden State Seal Merit Diploma [51450 - 51455] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1996, Ch. 204, Sec. 13. ) ## 51455. (a) It is the intent of the Legislature that no fee or other cost be charged to any pupil pursuant to this article. However, notwithstanding any other provision of law, a school district receiving funds pursuant to Chapter 1 (commencing with Section 54000) of Part 29 may expend any portion of those funds to pay for all or part of the costs of one or more examinations pursuant to this article that are charged to economically disadvantaged pupils. (b) An economically disadvantaged pupil means a pupil from a family that receives Aid to Families with Dependent Children. (Added by Stats. 1996, Ch. 204, Sec. 13. Effective July 22, 1996.)
  183. 51460.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 6. State Seal of Biliteracy [51460 - 51464] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 2011, Ch. 618, Sec. 2. )

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    The State Seal of Biliteracy is created to recognize qualified high school graduates, the Superintendent must award it, and school district participation is voluntary.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 6. State Seal of Biliteracy [51460 - 51464] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 2011, Ch. 618, Sec. 2. ) ## 51460. (a) The State Seal of Biliteracy is established to recognize high school graduates who have attained a high level of proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing in one or more languages in addition to English. The State Seal of Biliteracy shall be awarded by the Superintendent. School district participation in this program is voluntary. (b) The purposes of the State Seal of Biliteracy are as follows: (1) To encourage pupils to study languages. (2) To certify attainment of biliteracy. (3) To provide employers with a method of identifying people with language and biliteracy skills. (4) To provide universities with a method to recognize and give academic credit to applicants seeking admission. (5) To prepare pupils with 21st century skills. (6) To recognize and promote world language instruction in public schools. (7) To strengthen intergroup relationships, affirm the value of diversity, and honor the multiple cultures and languages of a community. (Amended by Stats. 2018, Ch. 865, Sec. 22. (AB 2319) Effective January 1, 2019.)
  184. 51461.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 6. State Seal of Biliteracy [51460 - 51464] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 2011, Ch. 618, Sec. 2. )

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    This section sets the criteria for earning the State Seal of Biliteracy and gives the Superintendent limited test-listing and approval powers.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 6. State Seal of Biliteracy [51460 - 51464] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 2011, Ch. 618, Sec. 2. ) ## 51461. (a) The State Seal of Biliteracy certifies attainment of a high level of proficiency by a graduating high school pupil in one or more languages, in addition to English, and certifies that the graduate meets the following criteria for being proficient in English and one or more languages other than English: (1) Proficiency in English shall be demonstrated through one of the following requirements: (A) Completion of all English language arts requirements for graduation with an overall grade point average of 3.0 or above in those classes. Completion of one or more English language arts courses at a public higher education institution or an independent institution of higher education, as described in subdivisions (a) and (b) of Section 66010, with a grade equivalent to a grade point average of 3.0 or above may also be used to satisfy one or more course requirements of this subparagraph. (B) Passing the California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress for English language arts, or any successor test, administered in grade 11, at or above the “standard met” achievement level, or at the achievement level determined by the Superintendent for any successor test. (C) (i) Passing an English Advanced Placement examination with a score of 3 or higher or an English International Baccalaureate examination with a score of 4 or higher. (ii) For purposes of clause (i), “English Advanced Placement” means Advanced Placement English Language and Composition, Advanced Placement English Literature and Composition, or Advanced Placement Seminar. (D) Achieving a score of 480 or higher on the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing section of the SAT. (2) Proficiency in one or more languages other than English shall be demonstrated through one of the following requirements: (A) Passing a world language Advanced Placement examination with a score of 3 or higher, passing a world language International Baccalaureate examination with a score of 4 or higher, or passing a world language ACTFL Writing Proficiency Test (WPT) and an Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI) with scores of Intermediate Mid or higher. (B) Successful completion of a four-year course of study of content in a world language at a high school or higher level attaining an overall grade point average of 3.0 or above in that course of study, and oral proficiency in the language comparable to that required pursuant to subparagraph (A). Pupils may also satisfy the requirements of this subparagraph by either or both of the following: (i) Successful completion of high school level courses completed in another country in a language other than English with the equivalent of an overall grade point average of 3.0 or above, as verified through a transcript. (ii) Completion of one or more world language courses at a public higher education institution or an independent institution of higher education, as described in subdivisions (a) and (b) of Section 66010, with a grade equivalent to a grade point average of 3.0 or above and oral proficiency in the language comparable to that required pursuant to subparagraph (A), as verified through a transcript. (C) (i) If no Advanced Placement examination or off-the-shelf language test exists and the school district can certify to the Superintendent that the test meets the rigor of a four-year high school course of study in that world language, passing a school district language examination that, at a minimum, assesses speaking, reading, and writing in a language other than English at the proficient level or higher. If a school district offers a language examination in a language in which an Advanced Placement examination or off-the-shelf language test exists, the school district language examination shall be approved by the Superintendent for the purpose of determining proficiency in a language other than English. (ii) Notwithstanding clause (i), a pupil who seeks to qualify for the State Seal of Biliteracy through a language that is not characterized by listening, speaking, or reading, or for which there is no written system, shall pass an assessment on the modalities that characterize communication in that language at the proficient level or higher. (b) If a pupil in any of grades 9 to 12, inclusive, is an English learner, the pupil shall meet both of the following criteria in order to qualify for the State Seal of Biliteracy: (1) Attain an Oral Language composite score of level 4 on the English Language Proficiency Assessments for California, or any successor English oral language proficiency assessment, in transitional kindergarten, kindergarten, or any of grades 1 to 12, inclusive. (2) Demonstrate proficiency in English through one of the accomplishments listed in paragraph (1) of subdivision (a) and demonstrate proficiency in one or more languages other than English through one of the accomplishments listed in paragraph (2) of subdivision (a). (c) For languages in which an Advanced Placement test is not available, the Superintendent may provide a listing of equivalent summative tests that school districts may use in place of an Advanced Placement test for purposes of subparagraph (A) of paragraph (2) of subdivision (a). A school district may provide the Superintendent with a list of equivalent summative tests that the school district uses in place of an Advanced Placement test for purposes of subparagraph (A) of paragraph (2) of subdivision (a). The Superintendent may use lists received from school districts in developing the Superintendent’s list of equivalent summative tests. (d) For purposes of this article, “world language” has the same meaning as defined in Section 91. (e) Notwithstanding subdivision (a), for those pupils on track to graduate in 2022 and who were unable to take the assessment identified in subparagraph (B) of paragraph (1) of subdivision (a), the Superintendent may use the assessments identified in Section 121 of Chapter 44 of the Statutes of 2021 to determine whether a pupil obtained the achievement level on a grade 11 English language arts assessment for the purposes of subparagraph (B) of paragraph (1) of subdivision (a). (Amended by Stats. 2023, Ch. 326, Sec. 1. (AB 370) Effective January 1, 2024.)
  185. 51462.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 6. State Seal of Biliteracy [51460 - 51464] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 2011, Ch. 618, Sec. 2. )

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    The Superintendent must provide school districts with an insignia for State Seal of Biliteracy diplomas or transcripts and must provide other information needed to help districts participate in the program.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 6. State Seal of Biliteracy [51460 - 51464] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 2011, Ch. 618, Sec. 2. ) ## 51462. The Superintendent shall do both of the following: (a) Prepare and deliver to participating school districts an appropriate insignia to be affixed to the diploma or transcript of the pupil indicating that the pupil has been awarded a State Seal of Biliteracy by the Superintendent. (b) Provide other information it deems necessary for school districts to successfully participate in the program. (Added by Stats. 2011, Ch. 618, Sec. 2. (AB 815) Effective January 1, 2012.)
  186. 51463.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 6. State Seal of Biliteracy [51460 - 51464] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 2011, Ch. 618, Sec. 2. )

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    A participating school district must keep records to identify pupils who earn a State Seal of Biliteracy and put the appropriate insignia on each qualifying diploma or transcript.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 6. State Seal of Biliteracy [51460 - 51464] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 2011, Ch. 618, Sec. 2. ) ## 51463. A school district that participates in the program under this article shall do both of the following: (a) Maintain appropriate records in order to identify pupils who have earned a State Seal of Biliteracy. (b) Affix the appropriate insignia to the diploma or transcript of each pupil who earns a State Seal of Biliteracy. (Added by Stats. 2011, Ch. 618, Sec. 2. (AB 815) Effective January 1, 2012.)
  187. 51464.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 6. State Seal of Biliteracy [51460 - 51464] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 2011, Ch. 618, Sec. 2. )

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    The Legislature states that no fee should be charged to a pupil under this article.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 6. State Seal of Biliteracy [51460 - 51464] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 2011, Ch. 618, Sec. 2. ) ## 51464. It is the intent of the Legislature that no fee be charged to a pupil pursuant to this article. (Added by Stats. 2011, Ch. 618, Sec. 2. (AB 815) Effective January 1, 2012.)
  188. 51470.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 7. State Seal of Civic Engagement [51470 - 51475] ( Article 7 added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 604, Sec. 1. )

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    The Legislature states its intent to establish a State Seal of Civic Engagement to encourage civic engagement among pupils in elementary and secondary schools.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 7. State Seal of Civic Engagement [51470 - 51475] ( Article 7 added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 604, Sec. 1. ) ## 51470. It is the intent of the Legislature to establish a State Seal of Civic Engagement to encourage, and create pathways for, pupils in elementary and secondary schools to become civically engaged in democratic governmental institutions at the local, state, and national levels. (Added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 604, Sec. 1. (AB 24) Effective January 1, 2018.)
  189. 51471.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 7. State Seal of Civic Engagement [51470 - 51475] ( Article 7 added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 604, Sec. 1. )

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    The Superintendent must recommend criteria for a State Seal of Civic Engagement, and the state board must act on those criteria. School district participation in the program is voluntary.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 7. State Seal of Civic Engagement [51470 - 51475] ( Article 7 added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 604, Sec. 1. ) ## 51471. (a) On or before January 1, 2020, the Superintendent shall recommend to the state board criteria for awarding a State Seal of Civic Engagement to pupils who have demonstrated excellence in civics education and participation and have demonstrated an understanding of the United States Constitution, the California Constitution, and the democratic system of government. In developing criteria for the State Seal of Civic Engagement, the Superintendent shall incorporate the Six Proven Practices for Effective Civic Learning, developed by the Education Commission of the States, and any and all other best practices for civic learning and engagement. In developing criteria for the State Seal of Civic Engagement, the Superintendent shall also consult with a diverse group of credentialed, current, classroom teachers who teach the subject of history-social science, including government, in secondary schools. The Superintendent shall also consider including criteria based on each of the following: (1) Successful completion of history, government, and civics courses, including courses that incorporate character education. (2) Voluntary participation in community service or extracurricular activities. (3) Any other related requirements as it deems appropriate. (b) In developing criteria pursuant to subdivision (a), the Superintendent shall ensure, to the greatest extent feasible, that the criteria: (1) Provide all pupils with an opportunity to earn the State Seal of Civic Engagement. (2) Recognize pupil excellence or outstanding achievement. (3) Are not based primarily on pupil achievement that is already recognized through grades or other standard measures of pupil achievement. (4) To the extent possible, result in a seal that confers some benefit to pupils beyond secondary school. (c) On or before January 31, 2021, the state board shall adopt, reject, or modify the criteria recommended by the Superintendent pursuant to subdivision (a). (d) When the state board next revises the criteria for the State Seal of Civic Engagement, the Superintendent shall recommend revised criteria to the state board for awarding the State Seal of Civic Engagement, requiring, along with meeting all other eligibility criteria for the award, a demonstrated understanding of the importance of preserving democracy and its vital institutions, including, but not limited to, the free press, free access to libraries, compulsory education, and the federalist system. The Superintendent shall limit recommendations to content that is not already included in the criteria established pursuant to subdivision (c). (e) School district participation in this program is voluntary. (Amended by Stats. 2025, Ch. 692, Sec. 1. (AB 422) Effective January 1, 2026.)
  190. 51472.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 7. State Seal of Civic Engagement [51470 - 51475] ( Article 7 added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 604, Sec. 1. )

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    The Superintendent must prepare and deliver an insignia to participating school districts and provide other information needed for participation in the program.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 7. State Seal of Civic Engagement [51470 - 51475] ( Article 7 added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 604, Sec. 1. ) ## 51472. The Superintendent shall do both of the following: (a) Prepare and deliver to participating school districts an appropriate insignia to be affixed to the diploma or transcript of the pupil indicating that the pupil has been awarded a State Seal of Civic Engagement by the Superintendent. (b) Provide other information he or she deems necessary for school districts to successfully participate in the program. (Added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 604, Sec. 1. (AB 24) Effective January 1, 2018.)
  191. 51473.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 7. State Seal of Civic Engagement [51470 - 51475] ( Article 7 added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 604, Sec. 1. )

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    A participating school district must keep records to identify pupils who earn a State Seal of Civic Engagement and must put the proper insignia on each qualifying pupil’s diploma or transcript.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 7. State Seal of Civic Engagement [51470 - 51475] ( Article 7 added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 604, Sec. 1. ) ## 51473. A school district that participates in the program under this article shall do both of the following: (a) Maintain appropriate records in order to identify pupils who have earned a State Seal of Civic Engagement. (b) Affix the appropriate insignia to the diploma or transcript of each pupil who earns a State Seal of Civic Engagement. (Added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 604, Sec. 1. (AB 24) Effective January 1, 2018.)
  192. 51474.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 7. State Seal of Civic Engagement [51470 - 51475] ( Article 7 added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 604, Sec. 1. )

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    No fee may be charged to a pupil for receiving a State Seal of Civic Engagement.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 7. State Seal of Civic Engagement [51470 - 51475] ( Article 7 added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 604, Sec. 1. ) ## 51474. No fee shall be charged to a pupil to receive a State Seal of Civic Engagement. (Added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 604, Sec. 1. (AB 24) Effective January 1, 2018.)
  193. 51475.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 7. State Seal of Civic Engagement [51470 - 51475] ( Article 7 added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 604, Sec. 1. )

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    This section creates the California Serves Program and gives the department duties to run it with CaliforniaVolunteers, develop guidance and metrics, fund grants, and report to the Legislature.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Diplomas and Certificates [51400 - 51475] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 7. State Seal of Civic Engagement [51470 - 51475] ( Article 7 added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 604, Sec. 1. ) ## 51475. (a) The California Serves Program is hereby established under the administration of the department, in collaboration with CaliforniaVolunteers, for purposes of promoting access to effective service learning for pupils in grade 12 who are enrolled at participating local educational agencies, with the goal of expanding access for high school graduates in obtaining a State Seal of Civic Engagement through service learning. (b) The department, in partnership with CaliforniaVolunteers, shall do all of the following: (1) Review the available evidence on ways to incorporate effective service learning for pupils in grades 9 to 12, inclusive, and, on or before January 1, 2024, provide recommendations to the Legislature, consistent with Section 9795 of the Government Code and consistent with the recommended criteria and implementation guidance for the State Seal of Civic Engagement pursuant to this article, on evidence-based strategies to expand access to high-quality service learning programs in California high schools and promote equitable access to these programs. (2) On or before January 1, 2024, develop and post on the department’s and CaliforniaVolunteers’ internet websites evidence-based strategies for expanding access to high-quality service learning programs that may be used by teachers and local educational agencies. (3) Develop model uniform metrics, based on the recommended criteria for the State Seal of Civic Engagement, for the measurement of pupil progress toward academic, civic engagement, and other learning objectives. Civic learning objectives shall include the final goal of awarding of the State Seal of Civic Engagement pursuant to this article. (4) Use the evidence, recommendations, and metrics identified pursuant to paragraphs (1) to (3), inclusive, in the administration of the California Serves Program. (c) (1) Commencing with the 2022–23 fiscal year, the sum of five million dollars ($5,000,000) is hereby appropriated, each fiscal year, from the General Fund to the department for annual awards to local educational agencies for California Serves Program grants pursuant to this section. (2) The department, in collaboration with CaliforniaVolunteers, shall establish the California Serves Program grant program, develop criteria for the awarding of grants and an application process, request necessary data from participating local educational agencies, and award grants consistent with this section. (d) In order for a local educational agency to be eligible for a grant under this section, at least 55 percent of the pupils enrolled in the applicant local educational agency shall be unduplicated pupils as defined in Section 2574 or 42238.02, as applicable. (e) Eligible local educational agencies who receive grants pursuant to this grant program shall receive an amount of up to five hundred thousand dollars ($500,000) annually. (f) Allowable uses for funding allocated pursuant to this grant program include all of the following: (1) Paid planning time for teachers to increase the use of service learning in their instruction. (2) Professional development for school and local educational agency administrators and classroom teachers on service learning. (3) Purchase of instructional materials to aid in the use of service learning in instruction. (4) Participation costs of pupils and school personnel, including any materials or travel expenses related to service learning activities. (5) Personnel costs for coordination of service learning at a local educational agency or a schoolsite of a local educational agency. (6) Participation costs associated with grant program evaluation. (g) Notwithstanding Section 10231.5 of the Government Code, on or before November 5, 2024, and annually thereafter, the department, in partnership with CaliforniaVolunteers, shall submit a report on the program to the appropriate fiscal and policy committees of the Legislature, consistent with Section 9795 of the Government Code. The report shall include an evaluation of the program using the model uniform metrics established by the department in partnership with CaliforniaVolunteers pursuant to paragraph (3) of subdivision (b), and shall include, but not be limited to, all of the following information: (1) The number of participating pupils, schools, and local educational agencies, and the grant awards for each grantee. (2) The demographics of pupils engaged in service learning as a result of the grant. (3) The impact of the service performed by pupils and school staff as a result of the grant. (4) Pupil outcomes in the academic, civic engagement, and other learning objectives measured by the model uniform metrics identified by the department in partnership with CaliforniaVolunteers pursuant to paragraph (3) of subdivision (b), including, but not limited to, obtaining the State Seal of Civic Engagement. (h) For purposes of this section, the following definitions apply: (1) “CaliforniaVolunteers” means CaliforniaVolunteers as established by Executive Order No. S-24-06. (2) “Local educational agency” means a school district, county office of education, or charter school. (3) “Program” means the California Serves Program established pursuant to subdivision (a). (4) “Service learning” means an educational approach that intentionally combines meaningful community service activities with instruction and reflection to support pupil progress toward academic and civic engagement learning objectives while meeting societal needs. (i) For purposes of making the computations required by Section 8 of Article XVI of the California Constitution, the appropriations made by subdivision (c) shall be deemed to be “General Fund revenues appropriated for school districts,” as defined in subdivision (c) of Section 41202, for the fiscal year in which the appropriation is made, and included within the “total allocations to school districts and community college districts from General Fund proceeds of taxes appropriated pursuant to Article XIII B,” as defined in subdivision (e) of Section 41202, for the fiscal year in which the appropriation is made. (Added by Stats. 2022, Ch. 52, Sec. 71. (AB 181) Effective June 30, 2022.)
  194. 51500.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Prohibited Instruction [51500 - 51540] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Prejudices [51500 - 51501] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    Teachers must not give instruction that promotes discriminatory bias, school districts must not sponsor discriminatory activities, and local educational agencies must provide parents and guardians timely access to materials.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Prohibited Instruction [51500 - 51540] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Prejudices [51500 - 51501] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51500. (a) (1) A teacher shall not give instruction and a school district shall not sponsor any activity that promotes a discriminatory bias on the basis of race or ethnicity, gender, religion, disability, nationality, or sexual orientation, or pursuant to a characteristic listed in Section 220. (2) Discriminatory bias in instruction and school-sponsored activities does not require a showing of direct harm to members of a protected group. Members of a protected group do not need to be present while the discriminatory bias is occurring for the act to be considered discriminatory bias. (3) If the governing board or body of a local educational agency finds that instruction or school-sponsored activities are discriminatory pursuant to this section, corrective action shall be taken. (b) Teacher instruction shall be factually accurate and align with the adopted curriculum and standards as described in paragraph (3) of subdivision (c) of Section 60200, and be consistent with accepted standards of professional responsibility, rather than advocacy, personal opinion, bias, or partisanship. (c) Local educational agencies shall ensure that parents and guardians have access to materials in a reasonable amount of time pursuant to Section 49091.10 and the California Public Records Act, as set forth in Division 10 (commencing with Section 7920.000) of Title 1 of the Government Code. (d) For purposes of this section, “local educational agency” means a school district, county office of education, or charter school. (Amended by Stats. 2025, Ch. 428, Sec. 7. (AB 715) Effective January 1, 2026.)
  195. 51501.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Prohibited Instruction [51500 - 51540] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Prejudices [51500 - 51501] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    School boards may not adopt textbooks or instructional materials that reflect adversely on protected groups, and a governing board may not block continued use of adopted materials because they include inclusive and diverse perspectives.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Prohibited Instruction [51500 - 51540] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Prejudices [51500 - 51501] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51501. (a) The state board and any governing board shall not adopt any textbooks or other instructional materials for use in the public schools that contain any matter reflecting adversely upon persons on the basis of race or ethnicity, gender, religion, disability, nationality, or sexual orientation, or because of a characteristic listed in Section 220, or that violates Section 243, 244, 51500, or 60044. (b) Instructional materials, including, but not limited to, materials adopted by the state board or any governing body, shall be factually accurate and reflect the adopted curriculum and standards as described in subdivision (c) of Section 60200, and be consistent with accepted standards of professional responsibility, rather than advocacy, personal opinion, bias, or partisanship. (c) A governing board shall not prohibit the continued use of an appropriately adopted textbook, instructional material, or curriculum on the basis that it contains inclusive and diverse perspectives, including those in compliance with Sections 51204.5, 51933, 51934, and 60040. (Amended by Stats. 2025, Ch. 428, Sec. 8. (AB 715) Effective January 1, 2026.)
  196. 51510.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Prohibited Instruction [51500 - 51540] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Prohibited Materials [51510 - 51514] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    A bulletin, circular, or publication may not be used for study or recitation, or to supplement school studies, if it has been disapproved by the local school district board; approved textbooks are excepted.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Prohibited Instruction [51500 - 51540] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Prohibited Materials [51510 - 51514] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51510. Except as to textbooks approved by the state board or a county board of education, no bulletin, circular, or publication may be used as the basis of study or recitation or to supplement the regular school studies if the material contained in the bulletin, circular, or publication has been disapproved by the governing board of the school district in which the school is situated. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  197. 51511.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Prohibited Instruction [51500 - 51540] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Prohibited Materials [51510 - 51514] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    The code may not be read to bar religious references or religious materials and arts in public schools when they are not religious instruction or aid and are only incidental or illustrative to the course of study.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Prohibited Instruction [51500 - 51540] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Prohibited Materials [51510 - 51514] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51511. Nothing in this code shall be construed to prevent, or exclude from the public schools, references to religion or references to or the use of religious literature, dance, music, theatre, and visual arts or other things having a religious significance when such references or uses do not constitute instruction in religious principles or aid to any religious sect, church, creed, or sectarian purpose and when such references or uses are incidental to or illustrative of matters properly included in the course of study. (Amended by Stats. 2001, Ch. 734, Sec. 33. Effective October 11, 2001.)
  198. 51512.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Prohibited Instruction [51500 - 51540] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Prohibited Materials [51510 - 51514] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    Electronic listening or recording devices may not be used in elementary or secondary school classrooms without prior consent from both the teacher and the principal for an educational purpose.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Prohibited Instruction [51500 - 51540] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Prohibited Materials [51510 - 51514] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51512. The Legislature finds that the use by any person, including a pupil, of any electronic listening or recording device in any classroom of the elementary and secondary schools without the prior consent of the teacher and the principal of the school given to promote an educational purpose disrupts and impairs the teaching process and discipline in the elementary and secondary schools, and such use is prohibited. Any person, other than a pupil, who willfully violates this section shall be guilty of a misdemeanor. Any pupil violating this section shall be subject to appropriate disciplinary action. This section shall not be construed as affecting the powers, rights, and liabilities arising from the use of electronic listening or recording devices as provided for by any other provision of law. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)
  199. 51513.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Prohibited Instruction [51500 - 51540] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Prohibited Materials [51510 - 51514] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    A test, questionnaire, survey, or examination with questions about a pupil’s or parents’ beliefs and practices in sex, family life, morality, or religion cannot be given to kindergarten through grade 12 pupils unless written notice is given and written parent or guardian permission is obtained.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Prohibited Instruction [51500 - 51540] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Prohibited Materials [51510 - 51514] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51513. No test, questionnaire, survey, or examination containing any questions about the pupil’s personal beliefs or practices in sex, family life, morality, and religion, or any questions about the pupil’s parents’ or guardians’ beliefs and practices in sex, family life, morality, and religion, shall be administered to any pupil in kindergarten or grades 1 to 12, inclusive, unless the parent or guardian of the pupil is notified in writing that this test, questionnaire, survey, or examination is to be administered and the parent or guardian of the pupil gives written permission for the pupil to take this test, questionnaire, survey, or examination. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 275, Sec. 4. Effective August 2, 1995.)
  200. 51514.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Prohibited Instruction [51500 - 51540] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Prohibited Materials [51510 - 51514] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. )

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    A local educational agency that gives a voluntary survey with questions about sexual orientation and gender identity must not remove those questions.

    ## Education Code - EDC ## TITLE 2. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION [33000 - 65001] ( Title 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## DIVISION 4. INSTRUCTION AND SERVICES [46000 - 65001] ( Division 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## PART 28. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS [51000 - 53303] ( Part 28 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Prohibited Instruction [51500 - 51540] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Prohibited Materials [51510 - 51514] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010. ) ## 51514. If a local educational agency administers a voluntary survey that already includes questions pertaining to sexual orientation and gender identity, the local educational agency shall not remove those questions. (Added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 744, Sec. 2. (AB 677) Effective January 1, 2018.)

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