May 18, 2026
RUSK ISD Notice of Destruction of Special Education Records
Special education records collected by Rusk Independent School District related to the identification, evaluation, educational placement, or provision of special education services must be maintained in accordance with state and federal law for a period of seven (7) years after special education services have ended for the student.
Special education services end when a student is no longer eligible for services, graduates, completes his or her educational program at age 22, or withdraws/moves from the district.
This notice is to inform parents/guardians and former students of Rusk Independent School District’s intent to destroy the special education records of students who received special education services during or prior to the 2018–2019 and 2019–2020 school years. These records will be destroyed in accordance with state law unless the parent/guardian or eligible adult student notifies the district otherwise.
Parents/guardians or eligible adult students may request a copy of the records in writing by September 30, 2026. Requests may be mailed or delivered in person to:
Rusk ISD Special Education Department
203 East 7th Street
Rusk, Texas 75785
A valid government-issued photo ID must be provided to verify the requestor’s identity and legal right to access the records.
If no response is received from the student, parent, or guardian regarding this public notice, the district will assume consent to destroy the student’s special education records.
For additional information or assistance in understanding this notice, please contact Brittany Welch at 903-683-4466.