I know that by law medical and school staff are required to report any instances where abuse is suspected. There have been times when I have observed mysterious bruising or injuries on a consistent basis on a child. Before the end of the business day, it’s always been my duty to make a phone call to Child Protective Services when I have encountered situations like those. If a student tells me something that indicates abuse at home, even if it’s a joke, it’s my duty to report it to the proper authorities and have it investigated thoroughly if needed.