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Which Houston-area school districts allow corporal punishment?
Summary by The Houston Editorial Desk Christian Terry , as published by Click2Houston KPRC2 Local
· August 19, 2026
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Key points The Texas Education Code provides guidance on the use of physical discipline in schools. Some schools still have the option to use physical discipline.
Some schools still have the option to use physical discipline. This type of punishment is allowed under certain conditions. A school board must have a policy in place for it to be used. Parents have the ability to opt their child out of this type of discipline, but they must submit a written request each year.
Further details are available about the rules surrounding this type of punishment. There are limitations on when and how it can be used.
The Texas Education Code provides guidance on the use of physical discipline in schools.
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Category: government Published: August 19, 2026 Source: Click2Houston KPRC2 Local Reading time: 1 min
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