Kindergarten could soon become mandatory for California children after a large number of kids skipped the step during the Covid-19 pandemic, prompting worries about gaps in learning.
The state Senate approved a measure on Monday night, and if it’s signed by Democratic Governor Gavin Newsom, it would mean that children will be required to attend kindergarten for a year before starting first grade, starting with the school year for 2024-2025, according to the Los Angeles Times.
