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title: California Math & YOU Approved by the State Board of Education
description: California Math & YOU from Big Ideas Learning has been officially approved by the California State Board of Education.
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# [California Math & YOU Approved by the State Board of Education](https://ca.bigideaslearning.com/blog/california-math-you-approved-by-the-state-board-of-education)

 Written by [Big Ideas Learning](https://ca.bigideaslearning.com/blog/author/big-ideas-learning) | Nov 10, 2025 8:44:47 PM

### **CALIFORNIA MATH & YOU IS OFFICIALLY STATE APPROVED **

 

We’re thrilled to announce that *California Math & YOU*, the innovative K–12 math curriculum from **Big Ideas Learning**, has officially been approved by the [**California State Board of Education**](https://www.cde.ca.gov/ci/ma/im/2025mathpublishers.asp) for mathematics instruction kindergarten through Algebra 1 and Integrate Math 1. This approval marks a significant milestone in transforming math education across the state. 

Rooted in the California Mathematics Framework, *California Math & YOU* is a comprehensive, research-backed program designed to deepen students’ understanding of core math concepts while fostering critical thinking, collaboration, and real-world application. The curriculum spans from kindergarten through high school, including Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, and Integrated Mathematics I, II, and III. 

Each lesson begins with an engaging “Big Idea” and includes real-life data, environmental connections, and career-focused tasks to help students see the relevance of math in their everyday lives. Teachers are supported with robust instructional tools, including facilitation guides and prompts that encourage meaningful mathematical discourse. 

“This program brings the California Mathematics Framework to life,” said lead author Dr. Ron Larson. “It helps students connect math to the world around them in powerful, practical ways.” 

With this approval, *California Math & YOU* is set to empower educators and inspire students across California to achieve deeper, more connected learning in mathematics. 

**WANT TO DIVE DEEPER?**

Read the [full press release](https://www.bigideaslearning.com/blog/bil-mathandyou-curriculum-approved-by-the-california-state-board-of-education) to learn more about the program’s development, features, and vision. 

 

 

**READY TO EXPLORE THE CURRICULUM?**

 [Request a sample](https://cp.cengage.com/request-review-access) and discover how the *California Math & YOU* series can support your district’s goals. 

 

 

About California Math & YOU 

*California Math & YOU *is a comprehensive, pedagogically rich K-12 mathematics program that builds a strong **conceptual foundation **for students** **through an **immersive digital experience**.* *Written by renowned author, Ron Larson, and his expert authorship team, *California Math & YOU *features **engaging and relevant material** that sparks students' curiosity and learning, while empowering teachers to successfully meet the needs of all learners. *California Math & YOU* is built on the **California Mathematics Framework** and is completely aligned to the **California Common Core Standards (CA CCSS)**.

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