As students and teachers head back to school across California, they might notice some changes because of a number of new laws that go into effect for the 2024-25 school year. Students will have easier access to mental health care and free menstrual products.

All students will be learning about climate change, beginning in first grade. College students will get more transparency about the cost of books and other materials they need to buy for their classes.

What do these and other laws that go into effect this school year do and why were they enacted? How will students, teachers and parents be affected?

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Education Beat is a weekly podcast hosted by EdSource’s Zaidee Stavely and produced by Coby McDonald.