Texas HB458 amends school discipline rules for students in lower grades and those receiving special education services.

Texas HB458 modifies the Education Code to allow school districts and open-enrollment charter schools to create disciplinary programs for students in grades below six and those receiving special education services. These programs must be age-appropriate, research-based, and promote positive behavior and a positive school environment. They must also provide alternative disciplinary actions and behavior management strategies, including positive behavioral intervention and support, trauma-informed practices, social and emotional learning, referrals for services, and restorative practices.

Texas HB458 amends school discipline rules for students in lower grades and those receiving special education services.

Texas HB458 modifies the Education Code to allow school districts and open-enrollment charter schools to create disciplinary programs for students in grades below six and those receiving special education services. These programs must be age-appropriate, research-based, and promote positive behavior and a positive school environment. They must also provide alternative disciplinary actions and behavior management strategies, including positive behavioral intervention and support, trauma-informed practices, social and emotional learning, referrals for services, and restorative practices.