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Mandated Reporting FINALLY Made Easy
Educators are not trained experts in child abuse, but are responsible for recognizing and reporting it. Potential abuse can be very nuanced and difficult to recognize. We guide you through every one of these situations.
Advice and Guidance for Every Situation
Legal Responsibilities Made Clear
As mandated reporters, educators and all school staff have the legal obligation to report reasonable suspicions of abuse, and to follow the proper reporting protocols. Our tool makes the reporting process clear.
Cases of potential abuse and neglect can cause stress and anxiety for mandated reporters. Report Support provides emotional and professional support to make the process easier to navigate.
Support and Resources
for Mandated Reporters
Excerpts from interview with Los Angeles County Superintendent of Schools Dr. Debra Duardo and Department of Children and Family Services Director Brandon Nichols
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We make mandated reporting easier so you can keep your focus on education
Why Use Report Support?
Risk Management
Districts and staff put themselves at risk when reasonable suspicions of abuse are not reported or reported incorrectly
Real Time Consultation
School staff are not abuse and neglect experts. Report Support provides user friendly expert guidance 24/7.
Pennies On The Dollar
Your investment in Report Support is a tiny fraction of what your district might pay in even a "small" settlement.
FAQ's
Report Support is an AI-powered assistant that helps school and childcare staff navigate mandated reporting laws with confidence. It provides instant guidance, reduces legal risk, and ensures proper handling of potential abuse and neglect concerns.
It’s designed for educators, school staff, administrators, counselors, and anyone who is legally mandated to report suspected child abuse or neglect.
Staff ask the tool real-world questions (e.g., “Do I have to report this?”), and it provides accurate, plain-language answers based on California’s mandated reporting laws and best practices.
Yes. The tool is built with expertise in recognizing abuse and neglect and using California’s mandated reporting laws and other official guidance to ensure accurate, compliant responses.
No, it complements training. Report Support reinforces learning, offers real-time decision support, and builds staff confidence between official trainings.
Traditional training is passive and periodic. Report Support is active and always available—offering answers when your staff need them most: in the moment.
Improper handling of suspected abuse cases can cost districts millions. Report Support reduces this risk by helping staff follow the law and document decisions correctly.
No - it's for anyone who is a mandated reporter, including office staff, coaches, aides, counselors, and administrators.
Anything from “Do I need to report this?” to “What happens after I file?” to “Can someone else report for me?” The tool covers real scenarios staff face daily.
We can potentially offer options to tailor the tool for district-specific policies, contact information, and workflow preferences, if necessary.
Absolutely. Staff can access it on phones, tablets, or desktops - whenever and wherever a concern arises.
Easy - just reach out through our contact form or email us directly. We’ll schedule a short demo and provide all the next steps to get your district onboarded.
Mandated Reporting Reform For Educators
"...brings significant changes to how child neglect is defined and reported, particularly for educators. Understanding these changes is crucial for educators in their role as mandated reporters."
California schools need more precise mandated-reporter training
"The system relies on professionals to report suspected cases of child abuse or neglect. It prioritizes organizational risk over the best interests of children and their families. The lack of concrete guidance leaves mandated reporters feeling ill-equipped to make sound reporting decisions."
When mandated reporting does more harm than good: Tools for a new approach
"Mandatory reporting often places educators in the difficult position...But many feel ill-prepared to discern the moment at which child services are needed, and fear serious consequences if they do not report.
The United Educators'
Large Loss Report
A summary of publicly reported major damage awards and settlements of at least $1 million in K-12 schools, often primarily as a result of improperly or non-reported sexual misconduct or physical abuse.
The report is a reminder for educational institutions to consider a primary aspect of liability insurance: strategic risk management. A strong foundation in this area can help your institution mitigate risks.
Report Support can help with risk management by providing staff with the tools needed to comply with mandated reporting laws.