This report examines single- and multi-track educational programs as found in California's public school system, explores the pros and cons of using year-round education (YRE) programs, and how to implement these programs. Each year-round tracking system is detailed using each of their calendars in a side-by-side comparison along with the advantages and disadvantages that exist for each. Final sections describe the education codes pertinent to YRE, including codes for establishing a year-round program, year-round scheduling, intersession funding, year-round grant program, air-conditioning allocations, and year-round facilities. Over half of the document consists of a listing and description of state education codes pertinent to YRE. (GR)