Every child deserves safety, dignity, and protection—and cameras in the classroom can help make that possible.
Video cameras can be placed in certain self-contained special education classrooms to protect students who, due to their disabilities, might not be able to report abuse and neglect they experience at school.
School districts and public charter schools must install a video camera if you request one. Once installed, the camera will record at all times during the school day as long as at least one student is present.
The school district saves the recordings, but only for a limited amount of time. If you suspect your child has experienced abuse or neglect, you should file an incident report and request to view the recording as soon as possible.
If the school denies your request for a camera or a recording, you can appeal through the district and, if needed, to the Texas Education Agency.
Learn more about cameras in the classroom.