The Texas Public Information Act gives the public the right to request access to government information. The Act is triggered when a person submits a written request to a government body, and the request must ask for records or information already in existence. The Act does not require a governmental body to create new information, do legal or other research, answer questions, or explain District decisions. If the request is for student records, parents, guardians, students, or their representatives may request student records from the campus where the student last attended school.

A person may ask to view the information, get copies of the information, or both. If a request is for copies of information, the governmental body may charge for the copies. If a request is only for an opportunity to inspect information, the governmental body usually may not impose a charge on the requestor. However, under certain circumstances, a governmental body may impose a charge for access to information. All charges imposed by a governmental body, maybe for copies or access to information, must comply with Attorney General rules unless another statute authorizes an agency to set its charges.

To request public information, please submit the request in writing to:

Dr. Kenneth Border, Superintendent
Roby Consolidated Independent School District
Re: Open Records Request
P.O. Box 519
Roby, Texas 79543
kenneth.border@roby.esc14.net
(325) 776-2222 (for questions)

Requestors should ensure the accuracy and efficiency in filling the request for public information; all requests should contain the following information:

• Full name and contact information of the individual making the request and any organizational affiliation;
• A complete description of the records being requested, including date ranges, categories, subject matter, etc.; and
• The preferred format for record delivery (e.g., electronic copy to be emailed, electronic copy to be, hard copy, etc.).

Roby Consolidated ISD charges fees authorized by the Texas Public Information Act. If the fees result in a charge exceeding $40.00, the District will provide the requestor with a written estimate detailing the charges the District imposes.

For information on the Public Information Act, please go to “Members of the Public” website at: https://www.texasattorneygeneral.gov/open-government/members-public.

Also, “Frequently Asked Questions” about the Public Information Act is at: https://www.texasattorneygeneral.gov/open-government. 

As the Texas Public Information Act provides, Roby Consolidated ISD will promptly provide the requested information. Depending upon the complexity of the request and the volume of other pending requests, this is typically ten business days. If the District cannot complete your request within ten business days, the District will notify the requestor of the date the District expects to complete the request. Suppose the request includes information the District believes is confidential or excepted from release. In that case, the District will request an opinion from the Texas Attorney General to determine whether the requested information may be released or must be withheld.

For additional information, don’t hesitate to get in touch with Jason Carter, Superintendent, at (325) 776-2222.