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Parental Assumptions

Authorization Agreement - Parental Assumption and Power of Attorney

Under Board Policy FD (Local), a minor student residing in the District, whose parent/guardian, or person having lawful control under a court order, does not reside in the District, shall present a Power of Attorney, or an authorization agreement as provided in Chapter 34 of the Family Code, assigning responsibility for the student in all school-related matters to an adult resident of the District. Parental Assumption guidelines to adhere:

  • Recommended by a professional (doctor, therapist, etc.)
  • Parents/Guardians are:
    • Deceased
    • Incarcerated
    • Living out of the state/country
    • Whereabouts are unknown
  • Hardship

A minor student living apart who has engaged in misconduct that results in any of the consequences found in Education Code 25.001(d) listed below shall not be permitted to attend a District school. If the student:

  • Has engaged in conduct or misbehavior within the preceding year that has resulted in:
    • Removal to a disciplinary alternative education program; or
    • Expulsion;
  • Has engaged in delinquent conduct or conduct in need of supervision and is on probation or other conditional release for that conduct; or
  • Has been convicted of a criminal offense and is on probation or other conditional release.

*** A NOTARIZED POWER OF ATTORNEY IS REQUIRED FOR ALL PARENTAL ASSUMPTIONS ***

Power of Attorney

The guardian assuming parental rights must attach the following documentation to the online application:

  • Notarized Power of Attorney 
  • Parent/Guardian's Driver's License (or other issued ID)
  • Proof of Residency (current utility bill or lease agreement)
  • Student's Official Birth Certificate (required for new parental assumptions)
  • Student's Previous Discipline Records (required for new parental assumptions)

Students applying for enrollment under a Parental Assumption will not be enrolled until all requirements have been met and approval is granted. Once approved, the guardian can continue with the proper steps of enrollment.

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For any concerns regarding Parental Assumptions, we are here to assist you. Please reach out to our Student Services team by sending us an email.

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