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Scurry County and local school officials weigh MOU to help students nearing adulthood navigate guardianship

Scurry County Court (County Commissioners) · February 24, 2026
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Summary

County officials discussed a memorandum of understanding with a school district to help families of students approaching 18 navigate guardianship, power-of-attorney and other transition options; the partnership aims to provide a local checklist and resource list so families need not travel to Abilene or Lubbock for help.

Scurry County commissioners discussed a proposed memorandum of understanding to connect school staff with county guardianship resources for students approaching 18 who may need legal or financial guardianship.

Unidentified Speaker 1 told the court the county has rebuilt a guardianship program over seven years and that county personnel and clerks are taking court investigator training to help families navigate the legal process. "When Brandy came back from school, she said there's an area…

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