News Summary

After a controversial incident at Weiss High School involving her son, Katie Khabbaz advocates against perceived injustices in school discipline. Following a fight, both students faced equal punishment despite Khabbaz’s claims of her son defending himself. As bullying concerns come to light, the community rallies for change and support, hoping for a safer environment for all students.

Pflugerville Community Unites to Support Student After School Fight

Pflugerville, Texas – In a heart-wrenching tale of a mom stepping up for her child, local resident Katie Khabbaz is on a mission to clear her son’s name after an unfortunate incident at Weiss High School. This April, a fight involving her son broke out on campus, leading to what many believe is an unjust punishment for both students involved.

The Incident

According to Khabbaz, the school interpreted the fight as “mutual combat,” assigning equal punishments to both boys. However, she argues that her son was merely defending himself when he was punched in the face by the other student. A video circulating among students shows Khabbaz’s son attempting to calm things down, trying to restrain the other student without retaliating. Yet, the school administration decided to hand both boys a hefty 30 days of disciplinary school.

Bullying Concerns

Katie Khabbaz has voiced her concerns, claiming a troubling culture of bullying exists at Weiss High School, especially targeting freshmen, a group her son is newly part of. This fight didn’t happen in a vacuum—her son had encountered threats from the same student months before the altercation. Adding to the tension, during the baseball season, personal equipment, including a beloved bat given to him as a Christmas gift, went missing from the team’s locker room. After reporting the disappearance to coaches, Khabbaz’s son found himself labeled a “snitch,” which only intensified the bullying he faced.

Coaching and Team Dynamics

Khabbaz also sheds light on a troubling turnover rate within the high school’s baseball program, implying that the assistant coach’s persistent presence has fostered an environment conducive to bullying. Reports have surfaced that some players have been seen fighting, while this coaching figure allegedly stood by without intervening, raising serious questions about supervision and protocols in place for handling such situations.

Taking Action

In the wake of these events, the Pflugerville Independent School District has acknowledged the incident but has chosen not to make further comments as it is currently under grievance review. This leaves families like Khabbaz’s feeling somewhat unsupported and frustrated with the administrative response. The family recently filed an appeal with the school, seeking to have the disciplinary actions against her son overturned, and they are scheduled to have a meeting with the Pfugerville school board to address their grievances soon.

A Mother’s Battle

The disappointment Katie Khabbaz feels towards the school administration is palpable. She believes that her son’s previous reports regarding the bullying and theft went unaddressed, leaving him vulnerable and marginalized. As a concerned parent, she is not just fighting for an end to the discipline her son was subjected to; she’s also advocating for a wider change within the school’s culture to protect other students who might be facing similar challenges.

The Community Response

As this story unfolds, the Pflugerville community watches closely. Parents and students alike are being drawn into the discussion about how schools handle conflicts and bullying. Many are rallying around Khabbaz’s family, showing support for the changes they seek in the campus environment. It’s becoming increasingly clear that there is a collective desire for a more nurturing and safe space for all students.

With the upcoming meeting with the school board, the Khabbaz family hopes their concerns will be taken seriously, and that real changes are on the horizon for Weiss High School. The fight for justice—and a clearer path forward—is far from over, but the community remains united in their hope for resolution.

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