The Lehman High School baseball program in Hays CISD has been thrown into turmoil after the district suspended 10 students and one staff member amid allegations of bullying on both the varsity and junior varsity teams. The Hays County Sheriff's Office has taken over the investigation, and district officials say this week's baseball games will likely be forfeited while they sort out what happened. Families across the Lehman community are bracing for answers as administrators promise a swift response.
According to KEYE, parents first raised concerns on Tuesday to campus administrators and a school resource officer. District leaders characterized the allegations as a "potentially serious pattern of bullying" among some players. Officials say parents of the suspended students have been notified and that they plan to meet with other baseball families to talk through next steps.
Investigation and response
Because some of the reported behavior may "rise to the level of criminal activity," the Hays County Sheriff's Office is now leading the probe. Investigators told KEYE the case is still in its early stages and that no suspects or charges have been identified at this point.
Superintendent Dr. Eric Wright reiterated the district's stance, saying, "Bullying of any kind is intolerable," and stressing that Hays CISD would move quickly on consequences for anyone found responsible. The Sheriff's Office has indicated more details are expected as the investigation continues.
Policy and the law
At the state level, SB 179 (David’s Law) broadened the legal definition of bullying and authorizes school officials to refer certain cases to police when statutory criteria are met, according to the Texas Legislature. The Texas School Safety Center provides guidance to districts on how to assess whether off-campus or electronic conduct crosses that legal threshold.
District procedures and next steps
Hays CISD maintains online reporting tools and an anti-bullying policy that includes an anonymous tip option for students and families through the district reporting page. The district's student handbook outlines disciplinary measures, ranging from suspension to referral to law enforcement when appropriate, and explains how and when parents are notified after incidents are reported. District leaders say they are following those procedures as this case unfolds.
School officials have also told families they expect to meet specifically with baseball parents to walk through the process, explain what comes next, and discuss support for affected students while the investigation runs its course.
What to watch next
The Hays County Sheriff's Office and Hays CISD both say more information will be shared as the investigation progresses. We will track statements from law enforcement and the district and update coverage when officials announce any charges, disciplinary outcomes, or decisions about the rest of the baseball season.
