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HomeEducation CodeCh. 10Art. 1§ 52507 District Credential Authority

§ 52507 District Credential Authority

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§ 52507 District Credential Authority

Key Takeaways

  • •School boards can give out credits, certificates, or diplomas for classes they offer.
  • •They can also give other awards for skills or achievements in those classes.
  • •This applies to all classes the school district is allowed to teach.

Example

A student takes a cooking class at school and learns how to make lots of different meals.

The school board can give the student a certificate to show they finished the class and learned those cooking skills.

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

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§ 52507 District Credential Authority

Governing boards shall have the authority to provide for granting appropriate credits, certificates, diplomas or other recognition of skill or accomplishment in such classes which such districts are otherwise authorized to grant. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

schoolofferstudentauthorityrecognitionaccomplishment

Related Statutes

  • § 52500.1 Adult School Enrollment Rules
  • § 52501.3 Adult Education Board Requirements
  • § 52502 Adult School Enrollment Requirements
  • § 52523 Adult Education Priority Rules
  • § 52524 Adult Education Assessment Policy

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Education Code. Section 52507.
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