Full question:
What is the law for Public Schools about releasing children to family members not included in the final decree, and keeping their emergency contacts updated with the correct information when the parents are divorced ( almost six years)?
- Category: Divorce
- Subcategory: Child Custody
- Date:
- State: Texas
Answer:
You may want to check with your local school district for specific laws regarding the release of students and the updating of emergency contact information. In Texas, the following statutes apply:
According to Texas Education Code § 26.002, a 'parent' includes a person standing in parental relation, but does not include someone whose parental rights have been terminated or who is not entitled to access under a court order.
Texas Education Code § 26.010 allows a parent to temporarily remove their child from school activities that conflict with their religious or moral beliefs, provided they submit a written request.
Texas Education Code § 26.011 requires school boards to adopt a grievance procedure for addressing complaints about violations of rights under this chapter.
Texas Education Code § 26.013 mandates that schools provide parents with information about the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and their rights regarding student directory information.
Additionally, Texas Education Code § 37.105 gives school boards the authority to refuse entry to unauthorized persons and to eject individuals who do not leave peaceably when requested.
It is crucial to keep emergency contact information updated to ensure the school has the correct details in case of an emergency.
This content is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Legal statutes mentioned reflect the law at the time the content was written and may no longer be current. Always verify the latest version of the law before relying on it.