what actions need to be taken by a certified teacher to report abuse?
141541
Everyone has to report child abuse, doesn't matter who you are.  In our jurisdiction reporting it to the principal is not considered enough.  It hss to be reported to authorities who have the power to investigate and take action, child protection services, or the police.
352041
You need to arrange a meeting with the teacher immediately to address this - have another person with you, and keep notes of what was said.  Don't go in all guns blazing, be polite but firm and explain your concerns in a dignified manner.  If you do not get anywhere with the teacher submit a formal written complaint to the head teacher and ask for a meeting with him/her to disucss your concerns and what can be done.  Take notes of everything and copies of all letters/details of phone calls.  Take notes of anything your child tells you and of any changes you notice in your child behaviour - reluctance to go to school, nightmares, bedwetting, acting out of character. The teacher has behaved unreasonably, but give them a chance to give their version as you have so far only heard one side.  As I said - make notes of everything, the more documentation you have the stronger your case if you do need to take this any further. It's hard to stay calm and rational in this situation, I know but you've a better chance of a positive outcome if you do!
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I would say if the teacher is not willing to take responsibility then go to the principal. There are laws against bullying and the school is responsible for the safety of the kids while in the learning environment.\n\nApproach the teacher 1st. Document everything including the meeting (in form of emails/meeting minutes etc) and take a witness with you as a double back-up. If that fails, have a meeting with the principal. Document that too. In the worst case scenario you can always take them to court.\n\nAlso try and talk to your child and get details about the bullying. Generally bullies pick on those they consider weaker. So if your child shows that there is support or can stand up to them they might stop harrassing her.
402753
report abuse and get him kicked off...it's anonymous
110197
- You can report to Yahoo! about the so called "Abuse".\n- click "http://answers.yahoo.com/question/accuse_write;_ylt=Ai391BSrLO76JI55f4uy8P8ezKIX?qid=1006020901429&kid=AA1d09gbxgxm&s=q&date=2006-02-09+03%3A34%3A46&.crumb=4cT/n3C4Jxh"\n- Be cooooooooool..! thats the world....!\n- enjoy\n------------------------
1077880
i think that you are mandated to report any abuse. even if you aren't if you know some one thats being abused you should tell anyways, mandated or not
1045878
I am not sure what questions you are reffering to, but as an educator, I am required to report.  Yes, the system is a bit messed up. I have seen children taken away for little things, and nothing done in cases of major abuse.   CPS is required to look into anything that is reported. If a family has identified problems on their own, I encourage them to get help. Go to counseling, whatever they need to do to get out of trouble. It is the parent's responsiblity to take care and protect our children.  If they can not, someone needs to protect the child. Unfortunately, CPS is overwhelmed and needs an overhaul.
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While you're doing all of this document everything.  Everything your daughter tells you write down.  Document days and times and content of conversations with school officials.  Give fact and not opinion of the conversation.\n\nIf the super won't help or doesn't diffuse the situation.  Speak to the school board.  They are community members just like you.\n\nLastly if none of this works go to an attorney.\nBut first go through the whole chain of command.
709275
You need to tell a school official.  This behavior is unacceptable.  The school has a responsibility to curb this and protect you.  If the school does nothing the next time this happens, call the police and press charges.  The school will have liability as well and you may be able to sue them for doing nothing.  Good luck.
320554
Are you actually allowed to discipline children?\n\nHere in the UK if a teacher disciplines a child they run the risk of being reported for child abuse or contravening the childs human rights.  For example - any contact between teacher and child is assault, there was a case in the news a few days ago where the parents had to be called in to stick a plaster on a child.\n\nShort of talking to them or getting used to the noise I guess there isn't much that you can do other than stick some headphones on.
111771
Click the button on the left that says "report abuse". Answer the questions and yahoo will help you.
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you can report abuse by using the http://help.yahoo.com/ and select report abuse...then just click on your answers to report which type of abuse you want it to be...
879189
first, make sure your teacher tells them that it was her who reported it, and not you. Second, get yourself a posse who will stick with you in case of another run-in, because if these numb-skulls are like any others, they won't care either way. try to avoid them.
51942
you should write all the times the teacher discriminated against you and talk to the principal.  if nothing is done, you could go to the school board or, yes, file a lawsuit
788005
It depends on what grade:\n\nK-5:  A game should be set up where they get a certain amount of warnings each day (usually 3), and everytime they get one, the teacher moves a clothespin on a "traffic light" looking thing.  If it gets to red, the teacher should call home.\n\nMiddle School:  If asked more than twice, should be sent out of the room or to the office.\n\nHigh School:  Given an F for participation and kicked out of the room (depending the severity of the incident).\n\nCollege:  Instantly kicked out / shot.\n\nIt's also important to reward the quiet kids, don't just assume that they SHOULD be quiet at all times -- make it known that it's appreciated; bring in candy.
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Depending on the atmosphere and administration at your school, there's a good chance the counselor, vice principal, or principal can "do something" about the harrassment thing.  She (or one of her friends) should just tell the truth, and shouldn't be afraid to go back to the counselor or principal if it continues.  Nobody should have to put up with that.\n\nFrom the perspective of the person being picked on, if this person shows they are hurt or can't face the people picking on her, the jerks will keep being jerks.  But if she can turn straight to them, look them square in the eye, and calmly say "go pick on somebody else", and then calmly walk away - it should help.\n\nAs for talking to her... that's easy.  She should be just like talking to anyone else.  I'll guarantee she just wants to have a normal conversation with a normal person.  The guy just says hi, and talks about whatever he wants to.  Just like getting to know anybody else, the first conversation doesn't have to be any more than a couple seconds.
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TEACHER CODE OF CONDUCT\n\nTo provide students with quality educational opportunities which reflect both excellence and equity, every teacher in the public schools of West Virginia shall:\n\n1.    Demonstrate a belief that all students can learn.\n\n2.    Give assignments that make learning relevant.\n\n3.    Teach responsible citizenship and life skills.\n\n4.    Treat each student fairly.\n\n5.    Promote a safe and positive learning environment.\n\n6.    Be a good adult role model.\n\n7.    Exhibit a caring, honest and professional attitude.\n\n8.    Maintain professional growth and development.\n\n9.    Communicate with parents.\n\n10.    Recognize the community as a partner in educating students.\n\n11.    Maintain confidentiality.\n\n12.    Abide by policies and regulations.