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Board reminded of mandated abuse-reporting duty to DCFS
Shirland School District No. 134 Board of Education · October 23, 2024
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Summary
Board members were reminded at the Oct. 23 meeting that they are legally obligated to report suspected abuse to the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS).
During routine business the board received a reminder that members have a legal obligation to report suspected child abuse to the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services. The item was informational and intended to reinforce statutory duties for school board members and staff.
The transcript records: "Reminder that BOE members are obligated to make reports of abuse to DCFS." No further policy changes or additional training were recorded in the meeting minutes.
