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Case: Student - Alcohol - Parents
A sixth grade boy is with his friends on the school bus for an environmental education outing. One boy opens his thermos and drinks the liquid. You notice the smell of wine. You say, "May I see that please?" and take the thermos. After the students leave the bus, you check the other containers. Another thermos holds whiskey. You talk to the boys, verifying possession. Another teacher drives the two boys back to school. The parents are called, and a conference is scheduled for four o'clock that afternoon. What are your thoughts about what you might do in this particular situation?
Solution: (Rates are posted for this solution!)
Because we are mandate reporters, I would have called the social worker. This is very sensitive to me because I grew up around alcoholics. As well as access to the alcohol, there is no telling what else they may have to endure on a daily basis. I would ensure that the parents know the rules and expectations. Also, I would ask the parents if they needed help. Making sure the child is safe if the biggest priority. |
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| Comments: Alcoholism is scary but I would not jump to conclusions and call a social worker right away. That could easily upset the parents. I'm sure every school has a certain policy and procedure to follow for a situation like this. Calling a social worker is not necessary until further indication that alcoholism is an issue for the family. |
| Rated On: October 14, 2015 1:57 am |
| Rated By: JatePa |
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| Comments: You do not rush to social workers immediately. The first person that would need to be reached is the principal and from there discuss what the appropriate actions would be. |
| Rated On: July 6, 2016 2:37 am |
| Rated By: aWyVys |
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| Comments: I really don't think a social worker is a good idea unless the child said that the parents are okay with them drinking or provides it. |
| Rated On: October 14, 2018 8:01 pm |
| Rated By: sadaze |
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No
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| Comments: I don't think you can ask the parents if they are okay/ need help? That isn't your role? |
| Rated On: February 24, 2019 6:47 pm |
| Rated By: upehaS |
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| The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) |
Yes
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Yes
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| Comments: Social worker? The students may have obtained the alcohol from children at school. |
| Rated On: July 2, 2019 7:34 pm |
| Rated By: quqyVe |
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