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HomeEducation CodeCh. 1Art. 2§ 56024 Education Department Definition

§ 56024 Education Department Definition

Education Code·California
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§ 56024 Education Department Definition

Key Takeaways

  • •This law defines what 'Department' means in education rules.
  • •Here, 'Department' refers to the Department of Education.
  • •It helps avoid confusion by explaining the word clearly.

Example

If a school rule says 'the Department will check your homework,'

it means the Department of Education will do it, not some other group.

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

Official Source
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§ 56024 Education Department Definition

“Department” means the Department of Education. (Added by Stats. 1980, Ch. 797, Sec. 9. Effective July 28, 1980.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

educationin californiaeffective julydefinition

Related Statutes

  • § 56022 County Superintendent Office Definition
  • § 56025 School District Definition
  • § 56026.3 Special Education Agencies Defined
  • § 56033 Superintendent Definition
  • § 46010.2 School Attendance Enrollment Calculation

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Education Code. Section 56024.
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