Human trafficking is a form of child abuse. School staff and district personnel are required by the Texas Education Agency (TEA) to follow a series of protocols, including mandatory training, mandatory reporting requirements, and educating staff and students on prevention and awareness. Texas law mandates that you report suspected human trafficking to district police, local or state law enforcement, and the Department of Family and Protective Services within 24 hours.

The following link provides information from TEA on reporting requirements, training opportunities, increasing awareness and prevention, and policy resources.