Staff Analysis of the Legislation
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This bill requires school districts and charter schools to establish education and training on child abuse prevention for employees and students beginning in the 2018-2019 school year. The program must meet certain content requirements, and can be developed by a district or in conjunction with a community advocacy organization. Students must attend the training each year and schools must provide at least two opportunities per year for students to attend. All new employees must receive training as part of their orientation and existing employees on a schedule as adopted by the district. Every school must post a sign with information on reporting child abuse and child neglect. |