Outdated School Conduct Code

Summary

Schools in Texas must update their Student Code of Conduct annually. If a school fails to do so, you can contact the school administration for an updated version or report the issue to the Texas Education Agency (TEA). If you feel uncomfortable visiting the school, you can email the administration or the TEA.

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I noticed that this school does not have an update Student Code of Conduct book on their online website.
Hello, Haley. Can you please provide the location of the school? The laws regarding the availability of the Student Code of Conduct online may vary by location.
Yes. It is Trinidad TX. They have one available online but it is from *-*.
Thank you for the information, Haley. In Texas, schools are required to update their Student Code of Conduct annually. If it's not updated, you may:
- Contact the school administration for an updated version.
- Report this to the Texas Education Agency (TEA) if the school doesn't respond.
Remember, these are just suggestions and not legal advice.
Ok. I feel uncomfortable with going into the school’s office and asking for a hard copy of it.
That's understandable, Haley. You can email the school administration asking for an updated digital copy. If they don't respond, you may consider emailing the Texas Education Agency (TEA) about your concern.
Ok. Do I still need to report that they don’t have an updated one online?
Yes, Haley. If the school fails to provide an updated Student Code of Conduct, you should report to the Texas Education Agency (TEA). It's important to ensure that students have access to the most current policies.
Ok
Hello Haley. It's important to uphold the rights of students. If the school does not address your concerns, you can report the issue to the Texas Education Agency (TEA). Here are their contact details:

Texas Education Agency


Phone: (*) *-*
Email: commissioner@tea.texas.gov
Address: * N. Congress Avenue, Austin, TX *
Website: www.tea.texas.gov
Ok thank you.
Hello! It sounds like you've had a helpful dialogue with ****regarding her concern about the outdated Student Code of Conduct. If you have any other legal questions or need assistance with a different issue, feel free to ask.