Public Information Requests

Legal Framework for Open Government

Public Information Act

Open government is fundamental to a free society. As a local government entity, Waxahachie Independent School District is subject to the Texas Public Information Act. The PIA establishes a legal framework for open government and outlines the processes for the disclosure and protection of public information. It safeguards the rights of citizens to access information held by governmental bodies and gain a comprehensive understanding of governmental operations.

Overview of the PIA

Public Information Act

The Office of the Attorney General ensures that governmental bodies in Texas remain open and accountable to the public they serve. Open government elevates the public to their rightful role as partners in leadership with governmental bodies. Waxahachie ISD is committed to providing the public with the necessary tools to foster this partnership.

Under Texas law, citizens have the right to access government records, and government officials are prohibited from inquiring about the purpose of the request. All government information is presumed to be accessible to the public, with certain exceptions. Governmental bodies must promptly release requested information that is not confidential by law or information for which an exception to disclosure has not been sought. Applicable charges will be applied as provided by Board Policy.

Requests

Format

All requests must be made in writing and should contain:

Name
Address
Phone number
Email or fax number
Description
- Information and/or documents being requested. Include enough detail about the information requested to enable the governmental body to accurately identify and locate the items requested. Please cooperate with the governmental body's reasonable efforts to clarify the type or amount of information requested.
Subject heading
- Public Information Request or Open Records Request

Submission

Present requests as follows:

U.S. Mail

Waxahachie Independent School District
Public Information Request
Attention: Public Information Officer
411 N. Gibson Street
Waxahachie, Texas 75165

Electronic Mail

Email the Public Information Officer

Include the subject heading: Public Information Request or Open Records Request.

Fax

(972) 923-4759

Hand Delivery

Waxahachie ISD Administration Office
411 N. Gibson Street
Waxahachie, Texas 75165

Include the subject heading: Public Information Request or Open Records Request

Resources

Transcripts & Diplomas

Requests for transcripts and diplomas should be directed to the appropriate campus. For currently enrolled students, requests for education records should be addressed to the campus principal. All student record requests should be directed to the student's current or last campus of record. Please note that the Office of Public Relations is unable to provide student records.