An attempt by any District employee to encourage or coerce a child to withhold information from the child’s parent is grounds for discharge or suspension in accordance with applicable policies. Education code 26.008(b) [See DFAA, DFBA, DFCA]

Notice To The Commissioner
The Superintendent shall notify the commissioner of education whenever a certified employee's employment is terminated by action of the Board and the termination is related to the employee's commission of an act that involves:

1. Any form of sexual or physical abuse of a minor or other illegal conduct with a minor.
2. The possession, transfer, sale, or distribution of a controlled substance.
3. The illegal transfer, appropriation, or expenditure of school property or funds.
4. An attempt by fraudulent or unauthorized means to obtain or alter any certificate or permit that would entitle the individual to a professional position or to receive additional compensation associated with a position.
5. Commission of a crime, any part of which occurred on school property or at a school-sponsored event.
6. Violating assessment instrument security procedures.


Resignation
The Superintendent shall notify the commissioner of education when a certified employee resigns and reasonable evidence exists that would support a recommendation by the Superintendent to terminate employment because of conduct listed above. Before an employee’s resignation is accepted in such a circumstance, the Superintendent shall inform the employee in writing that a report will be made to the commissioner of education that may result in sanctions against the employee’s certificate. The Superintendent shall notify the Board prior to filing a report of a resignation with the commissioner of education.
19 TAC 137.587(b)(c)