Parents Sue Midland ISD Over Alleged Abuse in Special Needs Program

A lawsuit has been filed against Midland ISD alleging abuse and neglect of special needs students at South Elementary School, including extended physical restraints and denial of food, water, and bathroom access. The district confirmed that six employees have resigned and two administrators are on administrative leave, all reported to the State Board for further investigation. Midland ISD initiated an immediate investigation involving video reviews and Child Protective Services, with no criminal charges filed yet. Law firms Buckingham & Vega and Silva Law Group represent multiple families, accusing the district of systemic failure to protect children and comply with mandatory reporting laws. Parents have been asked to sign nondisclosure agreements, and the district faces claims of gross negligence with damages sought at $500,000 per claimant. The investigation remains ongoing, and the law firms encourage other families with similar concerns to come forward.