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This article was first published on July 24, 2026 by ABC13 Houston (KTRK) and curated for The Piney Point readers.

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This story was reported by Chaz Miller at ABC13 Houston (KTRK).

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Mom says son with autism was assaulted by former New Caney ISD teacher

Summary by The Piney Point Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Chaz Miller, ABC13 Houston (KTRK) · July 24, 2026 · 1 min read

A now-former teacher in New Caney ISD has been charged with injury to a child over allegations she hurt a student while employed at Kings Manor Elementary.

Why this matters in The Piney Point

The allegations against the former New Caney ISD teacher raise concerns about the safety and well-being of students with special needs in local schools. As a community within the Houston area, Piney Point Village residents who send their children to neighboring school districts, including New Caney ISD, will be watching this case closely. The fact that the incident occurred at Kings Manor Elementary, a school that likely serves students from surrounding areas, underscores the need for local school districts to ensure that their staff are properly trained to work with students of all abilities. Parents of children with autism and other special needs will be looking for reassurance that schools are taking steps to prevent similar incidents and provide a safe and supportive learning environment for all students. The outcome of this case will have implications for how local schools address the needs of their most vulnerable students.

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Category: schools · Published: July 24, 2026 · Source: ABC13 Houston (KTRK) · Reading time: 1 min

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Original reporting	Chaz Miller, ABC13 Houston (KTRK)
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Source published	Jul 24, 2026
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Mom says son with autism was assaulted by former New Caney ISD teacher

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