§ 49300 School Safety Patrol Authority

Education Code·California

AI SummaryVerified

Key Takeaways

•Schools can create safety patrols to help kids cross streets safely.
•The safety patrol follows rules set by the State Board of Education.
•The patrol is only for streets and highways near the school.

Example

A group of older students wear bright vests and help younger kids cross a busy street near their school.

The school started a safety patrol to make sure kids get to school safely. The patrol follows rules from the state to keep everything safe and organized.

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

Official Source

View on CA.gov

§ 49300 School Safety Patrol Authority

The governing board of any school district may, subject to such rules and regulations as shall be adopted by the State Board of Education, establish and maintain a school safety patrol in any of the schools of the district for the purpose of assisting school pupils in safely crossing streets and highways adjacent to or near such school. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

education school highway student regulation safety the state board

References

Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
California Legislature. Education Code. Section 49300.

Key Takeaways

Example

Key Terms

Related Statutes

References

Key Takeaways

Example

Key Terms

Related Statutes

References