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HomeEducation CodeDiv. 4Pt. 27Ch. 3Art. 3§ 48431 High School Guidance Program

§ 48431 High School Guidance Program

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§ 48431 High School Guidance Program

Key Takeaways

  • •Every high school must have a program to help students with advice, job placement, and check-ins.
  • •This program is for all students who are required to stay in school.
  • •The school board is in charge of making sure this program exists and keeps running.

Example

A 16-year-old student is struggling to decide what to do after high school.

The school must have a program to help this student figure out their next steps, like finding a job or continuing education. The school will also check in later to see how they're doing.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 48431 High School Guidance Program

The governing board of each high school district shall establish and maintain a program of guidance, placement, and followup for all minors within the district subject to compulsory continuation education. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

educationschoolportstudentguidanceplacementcontinuation

Related Statutes

  • § 48432.3 Continuation School Enrollment Rules
  • § 48430 Continuation School Programs
  • § 48436 Continuation Education Standards
  • § 51224.7 Math Placement Policy Requirements
  • § 56342 Iep Team Placement Decisions

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Education Code. Section 48431.
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