FLORIDA STATUTES AND RULES

Florida Statutes s. 1006.061 states all employees and agents of the district school board, charter schools and private schools that accept scholarship students, have an obligation to report misconduct by an instructional personnel member or school administrator  

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Florida Statutes s. 1012.33 outlines disciplinary procedures regarding district  employment contracts with instructional personnel staff, supervisors and school principals 

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Florida Statutes s. 1012.795 provides the Education Practices Commission the authority to issue disciplinary action against an individual’s Florida Educator certificate

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Florida Statutes s. 1012.796 provides authority for the Department of Education to investigate and prosecute allegations of educator misconduct 

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Florida Statute s. 1012.01 defines public school instructional personnel, administrative personnel, school volunteers, education support employees and managers

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State Board of Education Rule 6B-1.001 defines the Code of Ethics of the Education  Profession in Florida

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State Board of Education Rule 6B-1.006 defines the Principals of Professional Conduct of the Education Profession in Florida

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How to Report Misconduct

WHAT SHOULD BE REPORTED?

•    Report allegations or suspicion of misconduct by an instructional personnel member to your school administrator, Christie Locklin, at (386)           228-2829 or via email: blakechristianacademy@gmail.com
•    Report allegations or suspicion of misconduct by your school administrator to Pastor Tony Wishon or School Board Members: Cohen Ross,           Robert Wright, or Alanna Erlandson at (386) 228-2829 or (386) 228-2151.
•    Document the activities or details of the event.
•    Secure evidence (if applicable)

If someone tells you about misconduct, be a LEADER:
Listen
Evaluate
Act immediately
Document
Encourage
Report

Who Should Report Misconduct?
All employees and agents of a district school board, charter school or private school have a duty to report misconduct.  If you are aware of or observe misconduct REPORT IT IMMEDIATELY!

Who Should You Report?
•    Classroom teachers
•    Paraprofessionals
•    Substitute teachers
•    Librarians, guidance counselors and social workers
•    Career specialists and school psychologists
•    Principals, Assistant Principals and Deans

Failure to Report Misconduct
Possible penalties for instructional personnel or site administrators who fail to report misconduct may include:
•    Written Reprimand
•    Suspension with or without pay
•    Termination of employment
•    Discipline/Sanctions on an educator’s certificate

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CHILD ABUSE

Look for the Patterns

• Serious abuse usually involves a combination of factors. While a single sign may not be significant, a pattern of physical or behavioral signs is a serious indicator and should be reported.

• If a child tells YOU about abuse:

• Be a good listener. Show that you understand and believe what the child tells you. Encourage, but don’t pressure him/her to talk. Ask open ended questions.

• Be supportive. Tell the child he/she did the right thing by coming to you. Stress that he/she is not to blame. Let the child know that you want to help.

• Don’t overreact. This can frighten the child or prevent him/her from telling you more. Do not talk negatively about the suspected abuser in front of the child.

• Document and report it. Document your conversation as soon as you can. If possible, write down the child’s exact words.

• Don’t delay. Never assume someone else will report the abuse. The sooner it’s reported, the sooner the child and their family can be helped.

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A child experiencing sexual abuse may:

• have unusual knowledge of sex or act seductively

• fear a particular person

• seem withdrawn or depressed

• gain or lose weight suddenly

• shy away from physical contact

• run away from home

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Signs of Neglect

The child may have:

• unattended medical needs

• little or no supervision at home

• poor hygiene

• appear underweight

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A child experiencing neglect may:

• be frequently tired or hungry

• steal food

• appear overly needy for adult attention

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Signs of Physical Abuse

The child may have unexplained:

• bruises, welts, cuts, or other injuries

• broken bones

• burns

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A child experiencing physical abuse may:

• seem withdrawn or depressed

• seem afraid to go home or may run away

• shy away from physical contact

• be aggressive

• wear inappropriate clothing to hide injuries

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Signs of Sexual Abuse

The child may have:

• torn, stained or bloody underwear

• trouble walking or sitting

• pain or itching in genital area

• a sexually transmitted disease

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