Durham Public Schools PL

Presenters: Lori Bruce | [email protected] | Principal
Location: J.D. Clement Early College High School Conference Room
Description: This presentation, “Misdemeanor Child Abuse 411,” provides teachers and staff a comprehensive overview of their mandatory reporting obligations under N.C.G.S. § 14-318.6 and DPS Board Policy 7312/4240 Misdemeanor Child Abuse. It explains the legal definition of misdemeanor child abuse, clarifies when the reporting threshold is triggered (including the “knows or reasonably should have known” standard), and outlines who must report, what information must be shared, and the consequences of failing to report. The presentation also includes practical case studies and “anatomy of a blunder” scenarios to help administrators apply the statute to real-world school situations, emphasizing the principle that when in doubt, reporting to law enforcement is required to promote student safety and legal compliance.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Safety
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)