All employees and agents of a public school district, charter school, or private school have an obligation and legal responsibility to report misconduct by instructional personnel and school administrators which affects the health, safety, or welfare of a student.
Examples of Misconduct are:
Obscene Language
Drug and Alcohol Use
Disparaging Comments
Prejudice or Bigotry
Sexual Implication
Testing Violations
Physical Aggression
Acceptance or Offering of Favors
If someone tells you about misconduct, be a LEADER:
Listen
Evaluate
Act Immediately
Document
Encourage
Report
Failure to report misconduct may result in penalties up to termination of employment and revocation of an educator’s certificate.
