The district dismissed Lampasas High School teacher Dakota Matthews over “inappropriate communications” with a student.
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GOP Candidate in Washington County Promoted Drag Performer
Brad Tegeler uses female pronouns to describe a male crossdresser he has supported.
Ex-Bartlett ISD Teacher Charged With Sex Crimes Against Students
Jerod Knox left the district last year amid allegations of sexual misconduct but was not identified at that time.
Jury Awards Marlin ISD Families $7.5 Million in Landmark School Retaliation Case
The verdict is a powerful victory for parents and students across America and sends a message that public school officials are not above the law.
Seguin ISD Threatens Legal Fight Over Resident’s Challenges to Explicit Materials
The superintendent allegedly told the resident he would “fight” her with taxpayer-funded attorneys.
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Waco Teachers on Leave Amid Allegations of Misconduct
The district is investigating two theater teachers for “serious professional misconduct.”
Llano ISD To Host Screening of Pro-Explicit Books Movie ‘The Librarians’
The film promotes the stories of librarians who support sexually explicit materials for children.
Court Order Blocks Battery Storage System Construction in Central Texas
Gillespie County filed a lawsuit against the project due to health, safety, and environmental concerns.
Texas Teacher’s Aide Charged With Child Sex Crimes
Brian Rodriguez faces first-degree felony charges related to the sexual assault of a child under the age of 14.
Georgetown Seeks to Hide Public Information
Citizens are contending with an era of secrecy from local governments.
Facing Lawsuit, Azle ISD Bemoans ‘Negativity’ of Sex Abuse Coverage
Superintendent Todd Smith told parents he was “saddened” by media “negativity” surrounding the arrest of coach Carlos Font Santiago for sexually abusing a student.
No Jail for Texas Teacher Charged With Student Sex Crimes
Former Round Rock ISD teacher Domingo Perez Jr. pleaded guilty to one felony charge in exchange for deferred adjudication; two other charges were dropped.
Central Texas School District Adopts Policy Changes Ensuring Parental Transparency
The Brenham ISD board passed the policy updates in compliance with new state laws.
Husband & Wife Run for Same Office in Llano County
Robert Little is running as a Republican, while Leila Green Little is running as a Democrat.
Lampasas ISD Band Teacher Gets 12 Years for Sex With Student
Now-former band director Jeremy Flint pleaded guilty to having a sexual relationship with a female student.
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Harper ISD Teacher Re-Arrested for Recording Girls at School
Pedro DeLuna III faces six new charges related to his illicit dressing room videos of Harper High School students.
Central Texas Teacher Accused of Recording Girl in Bathroom
Pedro DeLuna III was an assistant band director in Harper ISD.
Salado Library Board Votes To Keep Controversial Children’s Book on Shelves
Concerned citizens say there are many books located in the children’s section that are not age-appropriate.
Central Texas Judge Suspended After Indictment for Witness Tampering and Assault
Judge Britton is also accused of practicing law while serving as county judge.
Former Elgin ISD Teacher Arrested for Improper Relationship With Student
Turran Cortez Fennix has denied the accusations against him but admitted to hosting sleepovers with the victim and other students in his home.
New Braunfels ISD Teacher Jailed for Indecent Exposure
Jacob Peters taught 4th grade math and science at Voss Farms Elementary.
Paxton Sues Two More School Districts for Refusing Ten Commandments Displays
Round Rock ISD and Leander ISD are the latest to face legal action from the attorney general.
Grieving Families Sue Camp Mystic after July 4 Flood Tragedy
Three lawsuits were filed on Monday related to the catastrophic flood.
Elgin City Council Fails To Confront Fiscal Crisis
Councilmembers described the sloppy financial situation as a result of incompetence and recklessness.
Killeen Band Director Resigns After Police Find ‘Inappropriate’ Photos
Tyler Claycomb was an associate band director at Harker Heights High School in Killeen ISD.