New York S06617 mandates climate change education in public schools from grades one through twelve.

New York S06617 amends the education law to require climate change instruction within the current established science curriculum. This instruction must be taught in all public schools, from grades one through twelve. The commissioner is tasked with creating this curriculum, and schools must provide the necessary facilities, time, place, and learning aids for effective teaching. The act takes effect on July 1 following certification by the commissioner.

New York S06617 mandates climate change education in public schools from grades one through twelve.

New York S06617 amends the education law to require climate change instruction within the current established science curriculum. This instruction must be taught in all public schools, from grades one through twelve. The commissioner is tasked with creating this curriculum, and schools must provide the necessary facilities, time, place, and learning aids for effective teaching. The act takes effect on July 1 following certification by the commissioner.