California § 60200.4 - The State Board of Education shall ensure that the basic instructional materials
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 60200.4 — The State Board of Education shall ensure that the basic instructional materials, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 60200.4. The State Board of Education shall ensure that the basic instructional materials
(a) The State Board of Education shall ensure that the basic instructional materials that it adopts for mathematics and reading in grades 1 to 8, inclusive, are based on the fundamental skills required by these subjects, including, but not limited to, systematic, explicit phonics, spelling, and basic computational skills. (b) It is the intent of the Legislature that the fundamental skills of all subject areas, including systematic, explicit phonics, spelling, and basic computational skills, be included in the adopted curriculum frameworks and that these skills and related tasks increase in depth and complexity from year to year. It is the intent of the Legislature that the instructional materials adopted by the State Board of Education meet the provisions of this section.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 60200.4
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 60200.4 cover?
Section 60200.4 ("The State Board of Education shall ensure that the basic instructional materials") is part of the Public Contract Code - PCC, the codified statutory law of California. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite California § 60200.4?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 60200.4" (California). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of California law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the California official source linked on this page or consult a licensed California attorney.
How does California § 60200.4 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in California can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in California.