Teachers Conduct Raises Concerns
Summary
The user, a parent, is concerned about a male teacher taking a female student to the restroom in a grade school in Wyandotte County, Kansas. The school administration has warned the user about potential harassment charges if they continue to raise the issue. The user has reported the situation to the schools HR and principal. The student in question is disabled and has communication difficulties. The user is considering contacting a local education attorney or the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education for guidance.Full Conversation
I just have a question
Of course, ****. What is your legal question?
Can a male teacher take a female student to the restroom in grade school
What is the specific policy of the school district in question regarding this matter? In general, it's best practice for same-gender adults to accompany students to the restroom.
Idk im in wyandotte county kcks
What is the name of the school district you're referring to? In Missouri, policies can vary by district.
Usd500
What is the age of the student involved in this situation? In Missouri, it's generally considered inappropriate for a male teacher to accompany a female student to the restroom, especially in grade school.
No more than *
What is the nature of the relationship between the teacher and the student?
That is it
What actions have been taken by the school administration regarding this matter? In Missouri, it's generally considered inappropriate for a male teacher to accompany a female student to the restroom.
They said i could be charged with harassment if i continue
What specific actions did you take that led to the school administration's harassment warning?
I told the principal * times then notified HR
What was the response from HR when you notified them about the situation?
The contacted the principal immediately
What was the outcome after HR contacted the principal?
That he is allowed to take her and i could be charged with harassment
What is the exact wording of the harassment warning you received from the school administration?
That if i didnt drop this situation i would o could be charged with harassing him or he could press charges if he found out
What is the teacher's reason for taking the female student to the restroom? In Missouri, harassment charges can be filed if someone purposely and repeatedly engages in unwanted behavior causing distress.
That he is short staffed
What steps have been taken to address the short staffing issue? In Missouri, it's generally considered inappropriate for a male teacher to accompany a female student to the restroom.
None that im aware of
What is the school's policy on addressing short staffing issues? In Missouri, schools should have contingency plans for such situations to ensure student safety.
Idk
What is the school's policy on student safety and privacy in situations like these?
I thought it was better than what im seeing
What specific actions or behaviors have you observed that led you to believe the school's policy on student safety and privacy is not being properly implemented?
Him in the girls restroom
What was the context of the male teacher being in the girl's restroom? Was he supervising the student or was there another reason?
Says hes helping or the little girl
What actions did the teacher take that made you believe he was helping the little girl?
In Missouri, it's generally considered inappropriate for a male teacher to accompany a female student to the restroom.
In Missouri, it's generally considered inappropriate for a male teacher to accompany a female student to the restroom.
None
What was the response of the little girl in this situation?
Idk she is disabled and doesnt communicate very well
What actions have been taken to ensure the safety and privacy of the disabled student in this situation?
None
What is the school's policy on handling situations involving disabled students?
I thought the females took the children to the restroom
What actions have you taken since you noticed this situation?
HR and principal meeting
What was the outcome of the meeting with HR and the principal?
Told t drop it or else harassment could be in place
What is the school's policy on harassment and how is it defined?
Im not sure
What is the school's policy on male staff members assisting female students, especially those with disabilities?
Idk
What is the school's policy on student-teacher interactions and boundaries?
Idk
What is the school's policy on reporting and addressing concerns raised by parents or guardians?
Idk
What is the school's policy on providing assistance to students with disabilities, especially in sensitive situations like using the restroom?
Someone should help
What is the school's policy on providing assistance to students with disabilities, especially in sensitive situations like using the restroom?
In Missouri, it's generally considered inappropriate for a male teacher to accompany a female student to the restroom. Schools should have contingency plans for such situations to ensure student safety.
In Missouri, it's generally considered inappropriate for a male teacher to accompany a female student to the restroom. Schools should have contingency plans for such situations to ensure student safety.
Idk
What actions are you considering to take next regarding this situation? In Missouri, it's generally considered inappropriate for a male teacher to accompany a female student to the restroom.
What should I do
Have you considered contacting a local education attorney or the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education for guidance?
Yes
What was their response when you contacted them?
Havent yet
What is the name of the school where this incident occurred?
Silver city
What is the name of the teacher involved in this situation?
Spencer Lowry
What is the nature of the disability of the student involved in this situation?
Blind and barely communicates
What is the school's policy on providing assistance to students with disabilities, especially those who are blind and have communication difficulties?
Idk
What is the school's policy on providing assistance to students with disabilities, especially those who are blind and have communication difficulties?
Idk
What is the school's policy on providing assistance to students with disabilities, especially those who are blind and have communication difficulties?