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CHILD PROTECTIVE INVESTIGATIONS
Special Investigations

34-12-6
Abuse by a School Employee

Reporting Child Abuse or Neglect by a School Employee A mandated reporter who has reasonable cause to suspect or believe that any child has been abused or neglected by a member of the staff of a public or private school shall take the following actions:
  • make a report directly to the DCF Hotline or to a law enforcement agency
  • inform the person in charge of the school that a report has been made
  • if the mandated reporter is a member of the staff of a public or private school, also submit a written report to the person in charge of the school.

 

Upon being notified that a report has been made to DCF or a law enforcement agency, the person in charge of the school shall

  • immediately notify the child’s parents
  • send a written report to the Commissioner of Education if the report concerns a certified school employee in a position requiring a certificate.

Legal Reference: CONN. GEN. STAT. §17a-101 et. seq.

Cross-Reference: DCF Policy 33-3, "Summary of Legal Requirements Concerning Child Abuse and Neglect"
DCF Investigation Upon receipt from the Hotline of a report of abuse or neglect by a school employee, the assigned DCF investigator shall conduct the investigation in accordance with DCF investigation policies and procedures.

At the conclusion of the investigation, the investigator shall notify the person in charge of the school of the investigation findings.
Action by School Superintendent or Supervising Agent Upon notification from DCF that an investigation has substantiated abuse or neglect by a school employee, the person in charge of the school shall take such actions as required by law.

Legal Reference: CONN. GEN. STAT. § 17a-101 et seq.

Connecticut Department of Children and Families                                Effective Date: October 1, 1996 (Revised)