QUESTION
Who is responsible for my child while walking home from school?
Asked on Dec 07th, 2012 on Education Law - Texas
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I was told by my SRO that the school district is responsible for my child from door to door, meaning when walking home from school the district is responsible until she reaches my door. I am unable to locate this in the TX Edu Code. My problem is she is being bullied on the way home. When school admin was informed, I was told that since it was after school ended, they are not responsible. I then went to a friend, who is an SRO in a different district. Can you please advise the code number for this? Thanks.
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The school is not responsible for your child from door to door unless it is providing transportation, and then only to a limited extent. The scope of the school's jurisdiction extends beyond the brick and mortar of the school, however. Further, if your child is being bullied by other children who attend the same school, you should send written notice to the school. Perform an Internet search for the phrase "Gebser Letter." Adapt it to your particular facts and mail it to the principal of the school and the superintendent. Keep a copy for your records.
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Answered on Dec 12th, 2012 at 10:24 AM