Ethnic studies will soon become a graduation requirement for all California public high school students. Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a historic bill on Friday to authorize the legislation, KTLA 5 reports . Assemblyman Jose Medina, who authored the bill, said it's a huge step for the state. “It’s been a long wait,” the Democrat from Riverside said of the legislation that's been in the making for years. “I think schools are ready now to make curriculum that is more equitable and more reflective of social justice.” According to the new law, all California public schools must offer at least one ethnic studies course beginning in the 2025-26 academic year. For students graduating in 2029-30 and beyond, they will be required to complete a one-semester course in the subject. The curriculum aims to teach students about the history and culture of various racial and ethnic groups. Ethnic studies courses, according to the bill, will encourage discussions on “institutionalized systems of...
