New York S02430 mandates public schools to provide instruction on climate change, including its causes, impacts, and solutions.

New York S02430 requires public schools to offer instruction on climate change, starting from the 2026-2027 school year. This instruction must cover identifying the causes and impacts of climate change on individuals, environments, and communities, as well as evaluating potential solutions. The teaching must align with state learning standards. The bill also mandates the Department of Education to provide guidance and resources to educators and technical assistance to school districts during the transition.

New York S02430 mandates public schools to provide instruction on climate change, including its causes, impacts, and solutions.

New York S02430 requires public schools to offer instruction on climate change, starting from the 2026-2027 school year. This instruction must cover identifying the causes and impacts of climate change on individuals, environments, and communities, as well as evaluating potential solutions. The teaching must align with state learning standards. The bill also mandates the Department of Education to provide guidance and resources to educators and technical assistance to school districts during the transition.