• Physical Abuse
• Emotional Abuse
• Sexual Abuse
• Neglect

Information from Dallas Children's Advocacy Center on Signs and Symptoms

How the DFPS Defines Abuse and Neglect

It is the Child Protective Services' (CPS) position that school personnel should not investigate allegations or suspicions of abuse or neglect.  This is a Department of Family and Protective Services's responsibility.  As soon as the school employee has pertinent information concerning the alleged or suspected abuse or neglect, a report must be made.