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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!)
Should DCF be called . .
I realize there is a chain of command in these things and your supervisor is there to help you. That said, if you feel there is a serious issue of neglect or abuse, you are the only one who can make that call. You are honor bound by the code of ethics and should not let others steer you from what you think is necessary to call. If you think there may be, report it through the proper channels and allow them to handle it. If it is not neglect or abuse, they will investigate and decide. If the mother works for DCF, she will still be investigated like everyone else. Worse, she will likely be put on some form of suspension or administrative leave while she is investigated by out of office personnel, so don't let that sway your decision in the slightest.
Before I did this though, I would have a meeting with the parent and explain some of the issues the child is having and that it is effecting her at school. The parent may be able to help the situation, or may be having serious issues themselves. The family may have fallen into hard times and need assistance. This also gives her the opportunity to fix the problem before it gets to that level. If she does work for DCF, she will understand the severity and hopefully try to amend the situation.
Also, If her skirts are in fact so short that they are a cause of concern, I would cite that as her being out of dress code and get her a new skirt. |
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| Rated On: February 28, 2013 10:40 pm |
| Rated By: hujupu |
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| Comments: Great advice. |
| Rated On: March 2, 2013 11:27 am |
| Rated By: emaLeP |
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| Comments: I like the idea of attempting to contact the parent and work things out prior to calling DCF. If this does not work then I completely agree that it is morally right for the teacher to take the steps necessary to help the student, regardless of whether or not they work for DCF. |
| Rated On: March 2, 2013 5:06 pm |
| Rated By: ebuquv |
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| Rated On: April 21, 2013 11:18 pm |
| Rated By: Jon Knox |
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| Comments: I agree with this solution. You have to put the students best interest first. |
| Rated On: October 14, 2014 4:42 pm |
| Rated By: ehaZeb |
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| Comments: I agree on all parts. This is the solution I would like to use. Speak to the mom and verify if she is going through any struggles that may be the cause of the issue. If nothing is resolved, reaching out to the proper authorities to investigate is only in the best interest of the child. And I totally agree that if her skirt is that short it is obviously out of dress code and she can be provided with another one that fits properly. |
| Rated On: October 17, 2014 4:29 pm |
| Rated By: Dana Johnson |
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| Comments: Great solution. If a teacher feels that something is wrong at the child's home, they should call DCF. A meeting with the parent is also a good idea. |
| Rated On: October 17, 2014 8:23 pm |
| Rated By: Megan Lee |
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| Comments: These are all fantastic solutions. The mom needs to be talked to and then if nothing is done, the next step,DCF, can be taken. |
| Rated On: October 19, 2014 11:52 pm |
| Rated By: Sanubu |
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| Comments: I definitely agree with your solution. |
| Rated On: February 25, 2015 9:59 pm |
| Rated By: Shannon Stephens |
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| Comments: This post offers several valid points. We are bound by law to report several things. |
| Rated On: March 15, 2015 3:18 am |
| Rated By: yTenyV |
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