Outline of the state of California
State
California
Addressed

Category
Health Education K-12 Curriculum—Mental and Emotional Health—ES

Category
Health Education K-12 Curriculum—Mental and Emotional Health—ES

State law addresses mental and emotional health.

California Education Code 51890 Definitions

STANDARD: Students will promote physical, social, and emotional health for self and others.

Policy Type
Statute

California Education Code 51900.5 Department of Education

(a) During the next revision of the publication “Health Framework for California Public Schools” (health framework), the Instructional Quality Commission shall consider developing, and recommending for adoption by the state board, a distinct category on mental health instruction to educate pupils about all aspects of mental health.

Policy Type
Statute