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Which Houston-area school districts allow corporal punishment?
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· August 19, 2026
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Key points This is allowed under certain conditions. Some schools still permit physical discipline as a form of punishment.
Some schools still permit physical discipline as a form of punishment. This is allowed under certain conditions. A school board must have a policy in place for it to be used.
Parents have the option to exclude their child from this type of punishment. They must submit a written statement to the school board each year. This statement can be revoked at any time.
Further information is available on the specifics of corporal punishment policies and the laws surrounding them. Details on which school districts allow this type of punishment can also be found.
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Category: government Published: August 19, 2026 Source: KPRC 2 Click2Houston (NBC) - Local Reading time: 1 min
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