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Case: Student doesn't brush hair and wears clothes that is dirty, too small, or both
This particular student attends a school where all the students wear uniforms. Well there is a particular student who is in fifth grade and comes to school looking some interesting ways. There have been times where her hair would be so knotty in the back and look so disgusting that the school wouldn't allow her in any plays or performances because of her appearance. She informed us as well as other teachers that her hair looks the way it does because she can't find the hair brush because the house is a mess and because when she does, she can't reach the back of her head. There is also times when she comes to school in uniform skirts that are so short and small that I'm afraid she is going to show other students certain areas that would definitely be inappropriate. This seems to be common with her skirts as well as the dresses that she wears. The school cannot really give her different clothes because technically she is in uniform and they are only allowed to give the children additional clothing when they are out of the dress code. Also there are times when her clothes look like they haven't been washed in weeks and so does the student. I believe that DCF should be called, but my supervisor said that all we can really do is just do a lesson on hygiene. Also the mother works for DCF which seems to make the entire situation slightly more difficult. Should DCF be called and how can this be done when the mother works for DCF.
Solution: (Rates are posted for this solution!)
Has the parent been made aware of the aituation? Has she been contacted that the uniforms are inappropriate? If not, I feel that this should be the first step before contacting DCF and she if she corrects the situation. After that has been tried if you still feel that the child is being neglected in any way that it is your responsibility to report the issue and let the correct authorities then determine if the case is of valid concern and then they will take the necessary steps. Being that her mother works for DCF it may make the siituation more difficult, but ultimately your loyalty lies with the child and you must do what is appropriate to ensure she is safe and well cared for. |
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| Rated On: February 25, 2013 12:50 pm |
| Rated By: eruHeB |
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| Rated On: February 25, 2013 7:40 pm |
| Rated By: eMypur |
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| Rated On: February 26, 2013 9:54 pm |
| Rated By: TaHazy |
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| Rated On: February 28, 2013 10:41 pm |
| Rated By: hujupu |
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| Comments: It seems like to me that the child is not within the dress code standards. The student may be wearing the uniform required, but the skirts and dresses are too short. I would think that the school could then do more to help address the situation. |
| Rated On: March 2, 2013 11:26 am |
| Rated By: emaLeP |
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| Comments: I completely agree, I would follow this solution if I were personally in the situation. |
| Rated On: March 2, 2013 5:07 pm |
| Rated By: ebuquv |
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| Rated On: April 21, 2013 11:17 pm |
| Rated By: Jon Knox |
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| Comments: The parent should be the first point of contact to see if that will alleviate the situation. Unfortunately, a fifth grader may be seen as old enough to take care of their own hygiene etc. The clothing situation is not the child's responsibility and therefore the parent should have already been notified of the dress code and any violations. Neglect is a form of abuse. |
| Rated On: October 15, 2014 12:39 am |
| Rated By: Denise Lukacik |
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| Comments: I think talking to the mother is the best solution and give her a chance to fix the problem before DCF gets involved. this is also her job and her income. This is a difficult one for sure. |
| Rated On: October 18, 2014 12:51 am |
| Rated By: Holly Ebbert |
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| Comments: I agree, the child is first priority. |
| Rated On: October 19, 2014 11:54 pm |
| Rated By: Sanubu |
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| Comments: I agree a discussion with the parent should be the first step. If that doesn't resolve the issue then the situation may need to be escalated with a call to the DCF. |
| Rated On: October 20, 2014 3:08 am |
| Rated By: WeGuQy |
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| Comments: This is a good way of putting it. |
| Rated On: February 22, 2015 2:20 am |
| Rated By: eqeTys |
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| Comments: I agree with this solution. Informing the parent of the problem is important. It is mandatory to report suspected abuse. I would do the same. |
| Rated On: March 6, 2017 4:27 am |
| Rated By: Jessica J. |
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| Comments: Contacting the parent to express concern is important. If the situation has not be changed DCF should be informed. |
| Rated On: February 25, 2018 1:09 am |
| Rated By: NaGava |
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| Comments: I agree that the parent should be informed about any concerns and then if it continues to be an issue DCF should be involved for the well being of the child. |
| Rated On: October 18, 2019 2:07 am |
| Rated By: HuraHu |
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| Comments: I agree but this definitely sounds like a case of abuse and neglect and therefor the parent may not take kindly to being asked questions of the child’s well being or having their parenting questioned, it would definitely be best to take this straight to DCF or some other type of authority as the students well being should be your first priority. |
| Rated On: November 14, 2022 12:35 am |
| Rated By: muWyZy |
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