Texas Education Code 51.983 – Early Registration for Parenting Students
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(a) In this section:
(1) “Institution of higher education” has the meaning assigned by § 61.003.
(2) “Parenting student” means a student enrolled at an institution of higher education who is the parent or legal guardian of a child under 18 years of age.
(b) If an institution of higher education provides early registration for courses or programs at the institution for any group of students, the institution shall provide early registration for those courses or programs for parenting students in the same manner.
Terms Used In Texas Education Code 51.983
- Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.
(c) The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, in consultation with institutions of higher education, shall adopt rules as necessary to administer this section.