California
California has adopted legislation mandating that climate change be taught within the science curriculum. Though not as comprehensive as other states, California is certainly at the forefront of climate change education in the country and on the path towards interdisciplinary climate education.
Climate Issues
- Rising ocean waters affecting local ecosystem
- Wildfires
- Drought
EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES
The California Department of Parks and Recreation has compiled a number of resources that provides educators with access to a variety of climate-related educational materials and resources.
POLICY AND LEGISLATION
- Assembly Bill 285 in 2023 enacted a statutory requirement for climate change to be taught in California Science Curriculum. Related topics are also to be taught in the social studies curriculum.Assembly Bill 285 in 2023 enacted a statutory requirement for climate change to be taught in California Science Curriculum. Related topics are also to be taught in the social studies curriculum.
- The proposed bill would be for grades 1-6 and grades 7-12 would emphasize the causes and effects of climate change, as well as methods for mitigation and adaptation.