Child Welfare: Federal Agencies Can Better Support State Efforts to Prevent and Respond to Sexual Abuse by School Personnel

January 27, 2014
Child Welfare: Federal Agencies Can Better Support State Efforts To Prevent And Respond To Sexual Abuse By School Personnel
In January 2014, the Government Accountability Office (GAO) issued a child welfare report (GAO-14-42). GAO was asked to review efforts to address child sexual abuse by school personnel. GAO examined: (1) states’ and school districts’ steps to help prevent such abuse, (2) their reporting requirements and approaches for investigating allegations, and (3) federal agencies’ efforts to address such abuse. GAO reviewed relevant federal laws, regulations, and guidance; surveyed state educational agencies in 50 states and the . . .