Every school employee plays a role in protecting students. Eduhero has updated the Child Maltreatment Responsibilities course to reflect the latest changes in Texas law. These revisions reinforce the 24-hour reporting requirement, expand the legal definition of abuse, and clarify the responsibilities of all staff members, from classroom teachers to campus administrators and support personnel. The goal is to ensure that every adult in our schools understands their legal duties in safeguarding children.

24 Hour Reporting:

• If you suspect abuse or neglect, you must report the abuse within 24 hours. 
• Reports must be made to DFPS or law enforcement (not campus police or educational entity police departments)
• Reports cannot be anonymous, but your identity will remain confidential unless required by a court.

Expanded Definition of Abuse:
The legal definition of abuse has expanded. It now includes:

• Harmful non-physical conduct
• Exposure to controlled substances
• Trafficking
• Coercion into marriage
• Failure to make a reasonable effort to protect a child from harm caused by others
• Encouraging or involving a child in sexual conduct or performance
• Creating or allowing pornographic or obscene images of a child

Sexual Abuse:

• Sexual abuse refers to any sexual conduct harmful to a child's mental, emotional, or physical welfare.
• This includes conduct that constitutes an improper relationship between an educator and a student, as defined by Texas Penal Code 21.12. 
• The term “sexual conduct” includes a range of actions, many of which do not involve touching or even being near a child.

Administrator Duties: 

• Principals must report employee misconduct to the superintendent within 48 hours of becoming aware.
• Superintendents must report that misconduct to TEA/SBEC within 48 hours. 
• Reports are submitted through a TEA portal by school administrators. 
• While school staff does not file these reports, your timely reporting ensures administrators can meet their legal deadlines.

Parent Notification: 
School administrators are now required to notify parents or guardians when allegations of employee misconduct arise. The notice must include: 

• That an allegation of misconduct occurred
• If the employee resigned or was terminated
• If a report was filed with TEA or SBEC

What This Means for You:
We strongly encourage all staff to retake the updated course so you can review the changes in full and understand how they apply in practice. This post only provides a high-level summary; it does not replace the complete training. If you cannot retake the course right away, please know that these requirements are already part of the current law and apply to everyone working in Texas schools. 

Important Notes: 

• These updates are now reflected in more detail in the revised course.
• Always follow your district’s policies and procedures when making a report. Some districts may have additional steps and responsibilities.
• Before reviewing or retaking the course, please clear your browser’s cache to ensure the updated content loads correctly.

Thank you for your dedication to your students and commitment to safe learning environments.

We know compliance training isn’t anyone’s favorite part of the back-to-school season. It’s necessary, but it can feel like one more thing on an already long list.

That’s why we built Eduhero right here at Region 6 ESC, to make the process simpler and more manageable for educators. We can’t make compliance disappear, but we can give you tools to save time and reduce frustration.

We know every minute counts. That’s why we’ve created a quick guide with 6 tips to make Eduhero work better for you. These simple tools can make compliance training a little easier to manage.

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And remember, when you reach out to Eduhero support, you’re talking directly to the same Region 6 ESC team that built the platform and understands what you’re dealing with. We’re here to help.

If there’s anything else we can do to make compliance training easier for you, please let us know. Your feedback helps us keep improving.

Module 2 of the Youth Mental Health Series is here! This next essential training is designed to help school staff recognize and respond to signs of self-harm and suicide risk in students.

This module goes beyond compliance and continues the important work to meet House Bill 3 and TEC §38.351 requirements while equipping your team with practical strategies to support students in crisis.

In Module 2, participants will
Learn how to recognize warning signs of self-harm and suicidal ideation
Understand how these behaviors impact student well-being and school safety
Gain trauma-informed strategies to respond calmly, quickly, and compassionately
Discover how to connect students with appropriate resources and support

This module empowers educators and staff to respond with empathy and urgency, creating a school environment where students in distress are seen, supported, and never alone.

We know this is a priority for many districts, and we are proud to continue providing training solutions that meet the moment. Module 3 is coming soon to complete this comprehensive series.

Log in now to get started with Youth Mental Health Series Module 2, available in your Eduhero course catalog.

Thank you for trusting Eduhero to support your staff and students with training that truly matters.

The Eduhero Team

We are proud to officially launch Module 1 of the Youth Mental Health Series, a highly anticipated training designed to help school staff recognize and respond to student mental health needs.

This is more than just another course. It is a critical resource for meeting House Bill 3 and TEC §38.351 requirements, and a meaningful way to equip your team with the tools to make a difference in students' lives.

In Module 1, participants will:

• Learn to recognize early signs of mental health challenges in students
• Understand how these challenges affect behavior, academic performance, and relationships
• Gain trauma-informed, practical strategies to respond with empathy
• Discover how to connect students to help while reducing stigma

This module empowers educators and staff to foster a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment where students feel seen, heard, and understood.

We know this has been a top priority for many of our districts and we are excited to deliver a solution that meets the moment. Modules 2 and 3 are coming soon and will complete this comprehensive series.

Log in now to get started with Youth Mental Health Series Module 1, available in your Eduhero course catalog.

Thank you for trusting Eduhero to support your staff and your students with training that matters.

The Eduhero Team

Hello Eduheroes,

Our scheduled maintenance has been successfully completed, and Eduhero is now back online. You may resume using the platform as usual.

If you encounter any issues or notice anything out of place, please don’t hesitate to reach out—we’re here to help.

Thank you for your patience and continued support.

Best regards,
The Eduhero Team