Texas House Bill HB3764

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

• Filed: 3/4/25

Caption

Relating to parental notice of certain changes relating to a school district student's teacher.

Impact

The introduction of HB3764 marks a significant shift in the communication protocols between schools and parents. By formalizing the requirement for notice regarding teacher changes, this bill could significantly enhance parental engagement in their child's education. Should this bill be enacted, school districts would be obligated to create and implement systems for timely notification, thereby potentially improving the transparency of employment practices within educational institutions. This could result in more informed parents who are better equipped to advocate for their children's educational experiences.

Summary

House Bill 3764 is a proposed legislation aimed at ensuring transparency in school districts regarding changes that affect students' teachers. The bill mandates that schools must notify parents as soon as practicable if their child’s assigned teacher undergoes specific changes such as a name change, being replaced, reassigned to a different position, or terminated from employment. This move intends to keep parents informed about who is responsible for their child’s education and any significant changes related to that person.

Contention

While the bill aims to benefit parents and students through increased transparency, it also raises concerns regarding how schools will manage the logistics of such notifications. Critics may argue that the requirement could place an additional administrative burden on school districts, especially smaller ones with limited resources. There may also be debates around the sufficiency of the notice and whether it could lead to parental anxieties regarding teacher changes, particularly if they occur frequently. Overall, the balance will need to be struck between providing meaningful notifications and ensuring that the communication process is not cumbersome.

Texas Constitutional Statutes Affected

Education Code

• Chapter 26. Parental Rights And Responsibilities
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