An 11-year-old in Texas took her life after being bullied at school regarding her family’s immigration status.
Jocelyn passed away on February 8th. She was found at her Texas home five days prior. Her mother, Marbella, spoke to a news channel. Mocking at school preceded her death.
Kids threatened to report her parents to immigration. They said Jocelyn would be left alone. The mother didn’t specify their immigration status. She claimed the school knew about the bullying. They failed to inform her, though.
Jocelyn received counselling. Her mother only learned this from investigators. The mother said the school knew what happened. They never told her about it. Jocelyn reported what happened in counseling sessions.
She wants justice because the school was negligent. Gainesville Independent School District has not clarified its awareness. This concerns the alleged bullying incidents.
The district responds swiftly to bullying reports. They ensure student safety. They cannot release information about specific incidents. Schools have anti-bullying policies.
Jocelyn’s funeral was at St. Mary Catholic Church. A mariachi band played music during the service. Her casket had a white cloth draped on it. Her baptism was at this church.
A deacon stated she didn’t understand the world. The school police are investigating the bullying claims.