Sexual Exploitation in Schools : How to Spot It and Stop It

by Robert J. Shoop

• ISBN13: 9780761938446
• ISBN10: 0761938443
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2003-11-26
• Publisher: Corwin Pr

Summary

Shoop identifies the early warning signs of sexual abuse in schools, demonstrating the critical need to implement strategies so students are protected while also learning how to protect themselves.

Table of Contents

Preface

Purpose of This Book

Acknowledgements

About the Author

Introduction

Position of Trust

Definition of Terms

Modalities of Exploitation

1. Sexual Exploitation

Forms of Sexual Exploitation

Sexual Harassment

Exploitation of Former Students and Nonstudents

Sexual Assault

Pedophilia

Child Molestation

You Be the Judge: Chapter 1 Scenario

2. Environmental Context of Sexual Exploitation

Trust and Vulnerability

Sexual Exploitation of Persons With Disabilities

Predictable Pattern of Abuse

Continuum of Exploitation

Appropriate Boundaries

Consent

Sexual Exploitation in Sports

You Be the Judge: Chapter 2 Scenario

3. Consequences of Sexual Exploitation

Consequences for the Child

Consequences for Families

Evidence of Abuse

Consequences for the Accused

You Be the Judge: Chapter 3 Scenario

4. Legal Context of Sexual Exploitation

Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention and Treatment Act

Public Notification

Reporting to a Child Protection Agency

Investigation by the Child Protection Agency

Title IX Liability

Negligent Referral

Statutes of Limitation

Recidivism

Recovered Memories

The Delayed Discovery Doctrine

Discriminatory Enforcement

You Be the Judge: Chapter 4 Scenario

5. Standard of Care for a Safe School

Duty To Protect

Standard of Care for Principals

Standard of Care for School Employees

Risk Management

You Be the Judge: Chapter 5 Scenario

6. Pathology of a Sexual Exploiter

Why Would an Adult Exploit a Child?

Misconceptions About Child Abusers

You Be the Judge: Chapter 6 Scenario

7. District and Employee Rights and Responsibilities

District Rights and Responsibilities

Educator Rights and Responsibilities

Defenses That Have Been Successful

Defenses That Have Not Been Successful

The Aftermath of a Proven Allegation

You Be the Judge: Chapter 7 Scenario

8. Conducting an Investigation

When Should an Investigation Be Initiated?

Conducting the Investigation

Actions to Protect Educators

You Be the Judge: Chapter 8 Scenario

9. Action Steps

Action Steps for School Districts

Action Steps for Principals

Action Steps for Educators

Postscript

Appendix A. Steps to Follow in Developing a Sexual Exploitation Prevention Program

Appendix B. Model Sexual Exploitation Prevention Policy

Appendix C. Resources for Educators and Parents

Appendix D. Sexual Harassment and Exploitation Prevention Assessment

Glossary

References

Index