HUDSON, Texas — Hudson Independent School District is tightening campus safety after a sexual assault involving a male student occurred on Nov. 3 at the junior‑high campus. Superintendent Scott Martindale said the incident was reported by two female students who saw the male student enter a female restroom.
Immediate response
District officials removed the male student from class, and law enforcement conducted a juvenile investigation that led to his arrest and placement in a juvenile detention center.
New safety procedures
To “eliminate future risk,” the district will station adult monitors in hallways during instructional periods. Additionally, the school will shift from individual bathroom releases to coordinated group bathroom breaks, reducing unsupervised hallway traffic.
Community impact
Martindale emphasized that these steps are designed to reassure parents and protect students while maintaining a learning environment rooted in family values and personal responsibility. The district plans to review the policies regularly and work closely with local law enforcement to ensure student safety.
Looking ahead
Hudson ISD will continue to communicate updates to families and staff, reinforcing its commitment to a safe, faith‑centered educational setting.
Original reporting: KLTV 7 Tyler (news) — read the source article.
