Realize that you are not alone. Children from all walks of life get expelled from school. Sometimes it is due to chronic behavior problems; other times, it can come as a complete surprise. The Texas Penal Code, Section 37.007, lists expellable offenses that range from manslaughter to carrying a prohibited weapons. Kids are frequently expelled for forgetting that they have carried pocketknives to school, or for having drugs that are classified as controlled substances.
Maintain calm and dignity at the expulsion hearing. If your child has committed an expellable offense, school officials are mandated to expel, regardless of your child’s prior disciplinary record. You may be able to request a shorter period of expulsion; however, the school may have guidelines they must follow regarding these periods.
Appeal the expulsion if you believe that your child did not commit an expellable offense. Not all states offer this option to all students. For example, in Wisconsin you may only appeal if the student is 18 years of age or older. The best way to find out how to appeal an expulsion in your state is to call your state board of education.
Locate adult supervision for your child during the day. If your child has been expelled "to the street" and not to a disciplinary alternative school, you will need to find a safe place for him to stay during the day. If you have no choice but to leave him at home alone, have an adult check on him during the day to make certain that he is there and does not have company.
Decide how you will continue your child’s education during the term of expulsion. Many states have universities that offer online high school coursework. Ask the school counselor what options are available in your state. You may be able to access online coursework for free, or you may need to pay tuition. If he is of age, and you are so inclined, you may want to enroll him in a GED program.