Problem
Scenario: Mandated Reporter
As a new teacher in the Springfield elementary school, Maryanne had her hands full. There were 40 children in her classroom. The first year was frustrating! The lack of books and supplies gave her the impression that the administration did not care about the children, many of whom were not English-speaking. Maryanne overheard some girls laughing at Susan and the dirty clothes she was wearing. Taunting Susan, the girls said it was no wonder she was filthy because her mom was always high and her dad was in jail. Maryanne noticed that Susan missed more than five to seven days of school each month.
Task: What is the role of the teacher, Maryanne?