CHILD ABUSE REPORTING
Do you need the principal's permission before you call DHS to file a report?
Are support staff required to call?
No!
Yes! All staff are mandated reporters!
What is the last time you can post on GroupMe?
Is it ok to talk about students, parents, or colleagues on GroupMe?
If you have an individual question for one person, you should.......
TBD
No!
Direct Message them or text them.
At what time does attendance need to be entered by each day?
8:30 a.m.
Who is responsible to enter a student referral into IC?
The certified teacher that witnessed the incident or was the closest to the incident.
What should you do if you cannot cover your duty?
You should make arrangements with another colleague not on duty with you.
If a staff member has reasonable cause to believe or suspect child abuse, what are the next steps?
Call the DHS hotline number 1-800-522-3511, and call 911 to state you made a DHS report.
What is wrong with this scenario? Two teachers are gossiping about a student and a parent walks in, but the teachers continue with their chat
The teachers should not be gossiping about the student. Office is not a place for casual conversations with parents/visitors in earshot.
Students are considered late after what time?
Teachers are late after?
8:20 a.m.
8:00 a.m.
How will support staff handle a referral?
By writing what they witnessed on the provided document and then submitted to the homeroom teacher who will enter into IC.
Name an item that must be used during recess and lunch duties.
Headset (radio/walkie)
Should a parent be called after you filed a claim with DHS?
No!
What are the expected minimum times you should check your email?
Twice a day: one AM & one PM
After how many consecutive days of absences will you dropped enrollment?
How many days absent (regardless of excused or not excused) will result in being classified as?
10
Chronically absent
What CKH component should be in place before August is over?
Social Contract
"Being late to your duty or picking them up late is a great way to build strong and healthy relationships with your colleagues."
-Said no teacher ever!
If a DHS worker comes to you and requests to pull a student out of class, how should you respond?
Check with the principal for clearance. Do not release the child from your care.
All attempts will be made to make you aware of a situation before someone comes to your door.
What are four forms of communication that the principal sends out either daily or weekly?
Weekly Lion Newsletter,
Daily Report,
GroupMe and
emails
Which form is filled out for a planned absence and which form for an unplanned?
What if it is less than a day, like a half day or just a few hours?
Request of Leave and Absence form.
Use a half-sheet and fill out all details.
List three steps for effective discipline in your classroom.
Decide what you want in your classroom
Clear expectations posted
Clear procedures
Natural, logical consequences
Positive Incentives
Check for understanding
Teach for understanding
Be fair and consistent
All students are expected to participate in school sponsored field trips, except these three exceptions:
Students who are suspended on the day of, students who failed to return their signed permission slip, and parents who have indicated on the permission slip, or in person, that their child may not attend.
Is it okay for a staff member to ask additional questions to the child about the suspected neglect or injuries?
Yes, you may ask clarifying questions, as need, but you may not interrogate.
What are the expectations on personal and classroom phones?
Teachers answering classroom phones should identify school and name. Cellphones should not be used during instructional or supervisory times.
Make office aware if you called home and are expecting a return call.
What is the date that emergency sub plans need to be submitted to Ms. Island?
August 31st.
List the four steps in redirecting a student from CKH
What are you doing?
What are you supposed to be doing?
Under principle I of standards of performance and conduct for teachers, what is the fifth commitment to the students?
Shall not intentionally expose the student to embarrassment or disparagement.