Mother Alleges Teacher Neglect During Son’s Seizure in Crowell ISD

Wichita Falls & Lawton, TX, September 21, 2026 — A mother in the Crowell Independent School District is raising concerns after alleging that her son’s teacher was using a mobile phone during a prolonged seizure experienced by the student in January 2026.

The mother stated that surveillance footage from the incident appears to show the teacher engaged with her phone while her son was having the seizure. The timeline and specific duration of the seizure, as well as the teacher’s alleged use of the phone, were not detailed in the information provided.

The name of the mother, the student, and the teacher involved have not been publicly disclosed. Details regarding the specific school within Crowell ISD where the incident occurred were also not provided. Further information about the school district’s response to the alleged incident or any subsequent investigations has not been made available.

The mother’s decision to speak out highlights concerns about student safety and the expected level of attentiveness from educators during medical emergencies. The alleged incident took place in January 2026.

Crowell ISD has not released a statement regarding this specific alleged event. Information about any internal review process or disciplinary actions concerning the teacher has not been provided. The district’s policies on student supervision and emergency response are understood to be in place, but their application in this alleged situation remains unclear pending further details.

The incident is expected to prompt further discussion on school protocols for handling medical emergencies and the use of personal electronic devices by staff during instructional time.

Story summarized from the original created by Ashley Waters on www.texomashomepage.com, see more information here.

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