Which statement best describes reporting expectations for volunteers?

• A. No, but they are encouraged to report any inappropriate incidents to an administrator.
• B. Yes, school volunteers are mandated reporters.
• C. They should report only to security.
• D. Volunteers are not allowed to report.

Answer: (D)

Volunteers have a duty to report suspected child abuse or neglect to the right person in the school, so that a formal, timely report can be filed. In LAUSD practice, this means telling the designated school official or mandated reporter about the concern as soon as possible, and then that official coordinates with Child Protective Services or law enforcement as required. Do not try to handle the report alone, investigate, or confront anyone; you provide the information you observed and let the proper authorities take it from there. This approach aligns with legal requirements for reporting and ensures the child’s safety and the integrity of the investigation. Statements that say volunteers shouldn’t report, or should report only to security, don’t fit the policy because they would bypass the formal reporting channels and delay protection for the child.