11-year-old girl takes her own life after allegedly being bullied over ‘family’s immigration status’

Carranza has alleged her daughter was receiving counseling (WFAA)

“It appears the school was aware of it all, but they never, they never told me what was happening with my daughter,” Carranza said. “It appears she would go once or twice a week to counseling to report what was happening.

“(I want) justice because it’s not fair – the school was negligent for not keeping me informed of what was going on with my daughter.”

The Gainesville Independent School District Police are now investigating the bullying allegations, while the Gainesville Independent School District has said it is ‘deeply saddened’ by the passing of one of its students.

In a statement to UNILAD, the school district added: “Our hearts go out to their family, friends, and the entire Gainesville community during this incredibly difficult time.

“At Gainesville ISD, the safety and well-being of our students are our highest priority. While we cannot comment on specific student matters due to privacy laws, we want to emphasize that we take all reports of bullying and student safety concerns very seriously. Our district follows strict protocols for investigating any allegations, and we are committed to fostering a safe and supportive environment for every student.

“As our school community grieves, we are ensuring that counselors and additional support resources are available for students and staff who may need them. We also encourage

families to reach out to their school administrators if they or their child need any additional support. We remain committed to working with our students, staff, and families to uphold a culture of kindness, inclusion, and respect.”

If you or someone you know is struggling or in a mental health crisis, help is available through Mental Health America. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org. You can also reach the Crisis Text Line by texting MHA to 741741.