Alexander added that the arrangement was the result of an “agreement” between NGAN, Anthony’s legal representation, and the school district — possibly involving education law specialists and reviews by civil litigation advisors.
But Jeff Metcalf is far from satisfied. He filed a complaint with the Texas Education Agency (TEA) to challenge the decision and told CBS News Texas he was denied a meeting with Superintendent Mike Waldrip when he went to the administration building without an appointment.
“I’ve been stonewalled. Sad, you know, I understand the protocol,” Metcalf said. “They said I have to make an appointment, which I did.”
Tensions have boiled over in the weeks since the incident, with long-term emotional strain that could lead many affected families to seek grief counseling, mental health evaluations, or even trauma-informed therapy covered under private health insurance or employee wellness programs.
A protest group called Protect White Americans claimed Austin’s death was racially motivated. Jeff Metcalf denounced the protestors directly: “You’re trying to create more race divide than bridging the gap.”
