Role of the Educator

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Why should educators get involved?

Abuse and neglect are a part of our everyday reality of working with children

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Victims are found in every school

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Educators pledge to support a safe environment for children

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Abuse can occur prior to attending school

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Children are seen daily by professionals

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Educators can compare and contrast unusual behaviors

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Abuse is directly related to learning and not learning

bulletAbuse is a community problem which directly affects the schools