And Correct Answers.
Which of these individuals would be considered to have direct contact with children in the
course of their employment and is a mandated reporter? - Answer The principal of a private K-
12 school, A cafeteria monitor in the school lunchroom, & An online teacher of 3rd grade at a
cyber charter school. (All are mandated reporters)
Angel, a member of the seventh grade choir arrives to choir practice in a long sleeve shirt and
long pants, although the temperature is in the high 80's. When approached by the music
teacher, Angel starts crying and shows the marks on her arms that she is trying to hide. Angel
shares her mother's boyfriend has been hitting her with his belt.
Question: To whom should the music teacher report this incident first? - Answer directly to
ChildLine
Pastor Baker is leading a Sunday School class discussion when Ms. Wile shares a time when she
was feeling spiritually challenged. She speaks of the stress she was experiencing and how that
effected her two children. While sharing her story, she revealed that at least on one occasion
she had lost her temper and caused bruising and bleeding on the "backside" of her 4 year old
son.
Is Pastor Baker required to report? - Answer Yes
Directions: Place the steps of the process for mandated reporters who are staff at institutions,
schools, facilities, or agencies in the correct order. - Answer 1) Report to Childline
2) Report to institution, school, facility, or agency administrator
3) Childline Determines Next Steps
Deana is a therapist in private practice.
During a counseling session, Deana's client, Mia, age 16, tells Deana that she has been touching
her 8 year old sister's "private parts". The 8 year old is not under the care, guidance or
supervision of Deana or her agency.
Is Deana required to make a report? - Answer Yes