The Texas Public Information Act (PIA) gives the public the right to access government records. This law ensures transparency while also recognizing that certain records may be withheld under specific circumstances.

In most cases, Dayton ISD must release requested records unless an exception applies. If information is believed to be confidential or exempt, the request is reviewed by the Office of the Attorney General’s Open Records Division (ORD). The ORD will decide whether the district may withhold the information or must release it.
 

How to Submit a Request
All Public Information Requests must be submitted through our Google form (Please click the image below). Requests should be directed to Dayton ISD and must pertain to information that already exists. Please note that the district is not required to create new documents, answer general inquiries, or conduct legal research in response to a request.
 

Response Timeline
Dayton ISD will respond to Public Information Requests within 10 business days. If the records cannot be provided within that time frame, you will be notified of the date when the information will be available. If any portion of the request is withheld, the district must, in most cases, seek a ruling from the Office of the Attorney General.
 

Exceptions
Certain records are protected by law and cannot be released. Examples include confidential portions of personnel records, information related to ongoing litigation, competitive bids and trade secrets, real estate negotiations, and attorney–client communications. Some records may be withheld under discretionary exceptions, while others are strictly confidential by statute and cannot be released at all.


Contact
For questions about Public Information Requests, please email Melanie Nuñez.