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Recognizing
Legal Issues
Support
Reporting
Child Abuse
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untreated illnesses or injuries, not bathing frequently, hoarding food at school, inadequate supervision and clothing unsuitable for the weather.
What is "what are some signs of child neglect?"
100
The law states that you shall make reasonable efforts to protect the student from conditions harmful to learning and or the student's mental health.
What is my legal obligation to the student ?
100

Follow the school's plan, refer them to an administrator, focus on your concerns for the child's safety, remind them that the school's role is limited and/or explain your legal obligations.

What is "what should I do if confronted by parents after making a report to DCS?"

100
1-800-97ABUSE
What is the Abuse Hotline number?
100
Physical, sexual and emotional abuse and neglect
What are the 4 types of child abuse?
200
Frequent bruises, burns on the skin, broken limbs
What is "what are some signs of physical abuse?"
200
No. Do not do this. You do not need proof to call the hotline. All that is required is reasonable cause to suspect.
What is "should I investigate the situation to see if the child has been abused?"
200

Overwhelming emotions (about themselves and their relationship with their caregivers) and an inability to trust others.

What is "In what ways does abuse affect students?"

200
1.Telephone 1-800-96-ABUSE, 2. Fax the DCF form to 1-800-914-0004. 3. Complete a form online at www.dcf.state.fl.us/abuse/report.
What is "what are the 3 ways I can report child abuse?"
200
So we can recognize it, report it and know our legal responsibility. But mostly to protect children.
What is "why do we need to know about child abuse?"
300

Precocious sexual knowledge, sexually provocative behavior, sexually explicit drawings and sexually acting out (with respect to the child's age and mental development).

What is "what are some signs of sexual abuse?"

300
No. If you made a report in good faith you are protected from criminal and civil liabilities.
What is "Can I be sued for making a report?"
300
For teachers, that would be helping the child form a positive self-image and help them achieve academically.
What is "what skills can teachers help abused children acquire?"
300
Besides describing your suspicion of abuse and the location of the child, you must also leave this with the abuse hotline counselor.
What is "leave my name"?
300
You may submit a written report to the Child Protective Investigator assigned to the case according to new legislation named after Zahid.
What is "Zahid's Law?" (7/2009)
400
A repeated pattern of caregiver behavior that conveys to children that they are worthless, flawed, endangered, unloved and unwanted.
What is emotional abuse?
400
You could be fined up to $10, 000 if you do this unkind and untruthful thing knowingly and willfully.
What is "what happens if I knowingly make a false report?"
400

Guardian Ad Litem, Foster Parents, Mental Health Providers, Child Welfare Case Manager, Child Protective Investigators

What is " what community support services are available?"

400
Anyone who has reasonable cause to suspect that a child has been abused or neglected. If several people suspect abuse then the person with the most direct knowledge should do this.
What is "Who should make the call to the abuse hotline?"
400
Not unless this parental response to poor behavior results in harm to the child.
What is "Is spanking a child a reportable offense?"
500

School Counselor, School Psychologist, School Social Worker and Administrators, and the DCS Hotline counselors.

What is "Who can I consult if I'm unsure about making a report ?"

500

No, it should not be given out. All information related to child abuse/neglect investigations is confidential by law.

What is "Will the DCS investigator provide my name as a reporter?"

500
Extreme stress in the lives of the child's parents or caregivers.
What is "the primary factor underlying child maltreatment?"
500
In emergency situations (like when the student is in imminent danger if they leave school), always use this method.
What is call the abuse hotline?
500
Has the abuse report been accepted? The hotline counselor's first name and ID number. A written summary of the outcome of the investigation.
What is "What information can I obtain from the abuse hotline after the report?"