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Child Abuse Reporting


Report Suspected Child Abuse, Abandonment, or Neglect


PROTECT OUR CHILDREN — REPORT SUSPECTED ABUSE!
New Life Charter Academy is committed to providing a safe and secure learning environment for every student.

Anyone who knows or reasonably suspects that a child is being abused, abandoned, or neglected must report the concern immediately to the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF).

FLORIDA DCF ABUSE HOTLINE
1-800-96-ABUSE (1-800-962-2873)
Available 24 Hours a Day, 7 Days a Week

Report Abuse Online:
Florida DCF – 1-800-96-ABUSE Hotline
In an Emergency: CALL 911


Who Can Report?
Parents, guardians, students, teachers, school employees, volunteers, and community members can report suspected child abuse, abandonment, or neglect.
You do not need proof of abuse to make a report when you have reasonable cause to suspect it.


Reporting Procedures for School Employees

  1. Immediately report known or suspected child abuse, abandonment, or neglect to the Florida DCF Abuse Hotline.
  2. Notify the appropriate school administrator as permitted by law and applicable school procedures, without delaying the mandatory DCF report.
  3. Cooperate with authorized investigations while maintaining student confidentiality.
  4. Report suspected educator misconduct affecting student health, safety, or welfare through the school's designated reporting procedures.

Important: Reporting concerns to a school administrator does not replace the legal obligation to report suspected child abuse directly to DCF.
Protection for Individuals Who Report
Florida law provides protections for individuals who report suspected child abuse in good faith. New Life Charter Academy supports good-faith reporting and prohibits retaliation consistent with applicable law and school policy.
Our Commitment

If you see something, say something. Every child deserves to feel safe, protected, and supported.
New Life Charter Academy takes all reports of suspected abuse and employee misconduct seriously and will follow applicable Florida reporting requirements.

Legal References: Florida Statutes 39.201, 39.205, and 1006.061.