Texas - School Safety Development and Restorative Justice Implementation

Tex. Educ. Code § 48.115

Population: Youth

Legal Features: Funding

Law Type: Statute

Excerpt of Relevant Text:

(3) school safety and security measures, including:
(A) active shooter and emergency response training;
(B) prevention and treatment programs relating to addressing adverse childhood experiences; and
(C) the prevention, identification, and management of emergencies and threats, using evidence-based, effective prevention practices and including:
(i) providing licensed counselors, social workers, chaplains, and individuals trained in restorative discipline and restorative justice practices;
(ii) providing mental health personnel and support, including chaplains;
(iii) providing behavioral health services, including services provided by chaplains;
(iv) establishing threat reporting systems; and
(v) developing and implementing programs focused on restorative justice practices, culturally relevant instruction, and providing mental health support, including support provided by chaplains;

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