Texas House Bill HB1792

Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

Caption

Relating to providing public school students subject to in-school or out-of-school suspension with relevant class assignments.

Impact

The implementation of HB1792 is intended to ensure that students can continue their education despite being suspended. By making it a requirement for teachers to provide relevant assignments, this legislation establishes a framework that supports educational continuity. As a result, schools will need to coordinate more effectively with teachers regarding assignments for suspended students, ensuring that those students have the opportunity to stay engaged with their coursework and not fall behind academically during their suspension periods.

Summary

House Bill 1792 aims to address the educational needs of students who are subjected to in-school or out-of-school suspensions by mandating that educators provide these students with assignments relevant to their missed lessons. Specifically, the bill amends Section 37.005 of the Education Code to require teachers to offer assignments that align with their classes' lesson plans during the period of suspension. This initiative seeks to mitigate learning loss for students who are temporarily removed from the classroom environment due to disciplinary measures.

Contention

While the bill is largely geared towards enhancing the educational rights of suspended students, there could be points of contention regarding the feasibility and administrative workload of providing these assignments. Some educators and administrators may express concerns about the additional responsibilities imposed on teachers, particularly in terms of staffing and resources needed to develop meaningful assignments for students on suspension. There may also be discussions on whether this approach adequately addresses the root causes of disciplinary issues rather than just providing work during absences.