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HomeEducation CodeDiv. 2Pt. 20Ch. 3Art. 1§ 33301 Education Department Governance

§ 33301 Education Department Governance

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§ 33301 Education Department Governance

Key Takeaways

  • •The State Board of Education makes the big decisions and rules for schools in the state.
  • •The Director of Education is the boss who makes sure all the rules and daily work get done.
  • •The Director works for the State Board and does what they decide.

Example

Imagine your school needs a new rule, like how long lunch breaks should be.

The State Board of Education would decide the rule, like saying lunch must be 30 minutes. Then, the Director of Education would make sure all schools in the state follow this new rule.

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

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§ 33301 Education Department Governance

The Department of Education shall be administered through: (a) The State Board of Education which shall be the governing and policy determining body of the department. (b) The Director of Education in whom all executive and administrative functions of the department are vested and who is the executive officer of the State Board of Education. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

State Board of EducationDirector of Education

Related Statutes

  • § 33309 Board Authority To Create Divisions
  • § 33314 School Library Consultant Service
  • § 32300 State Printing And Binding
  • § 33302 Education Department Leadership
  • § 33303 Education Director Role

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Education Code. Section 33301.
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