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Houston ISD Settles Parents’ Lawsuit Over Bellaire High Pronoun Use

The court-filed stipulation requires implementation within five business days, including a full release of claims.

Overview

  • A settlement signed by Superintendent Mike Miles and the Osborns was filed Friday in federal court as a joint stipulation of dismissal.
  • HISD must direct Bellaire employees to use the student's legal name or a nickname based on it and female pronouns while she is a minor enrolled in the district within five business days.
  • The parents agreed to release the district from all current and future claims tied to the dispute.
  • The agreement states HISD denies every allegation and does not admit any violation of law or liability.
  • Gov. Greg Abbott urged a TEA investigation into Bellaire staff over the allegations, and the agency has not provided an update on the probe.