Student Walkout Guidance - Consequences for Students, Educators, Districts

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 14:01:28 +0000
Education

The Texas Education Agency released guidance to Texas school systems outlining consequences for student walkouts and political activism during school hours. Students who walk out must be marked absent, and schools risk losing daily attendance funding if they allow or encourage walkouts. Educators who facilitate walkouts are subject to investigation and potential licensure revocation by the State Board for Educator Certification. School districts that support walkouts may face appointment of a monitor, conservator, or board of managers.