School counseling
Student Disclosure Immediate Safety Plan
A student has disclosed abuse or safety concerns to a school staff member, and immediate action is needed to ensure the student is safe and supported.
When a student discloses abuse, the first priority is physical safety and psychological stability in the moment. The student needs to know they will be believed, they will be protected, and someone is taking action. This plan covers what happens in the first 24 hours after disclosure.
The student needs clarity about the process and their role.
Student Disclosure Immediate Safety Plan
After you tell what happened, here is what will happen next.
Today:
You have told a trusted adult. That was brave. This is no longer yours to carry alone.
The adult will report this to the school principal or counselor. This is required by law. It is not optional.
You will meet with the school counselor or social worker. They will ask you to describe what happened. You do not have to have every detail. Just tell the truth of what you know.
You will be safe at school. We will make sure of that.
In the next 24-48 hours:
A social worker or police officer may come to school to talk with you. They will ask questions. Answer honestly. This is not your fault.
Your family will be contacted. If the abuse is at home, there will be a different process. If abuse is by someone outside the home, your parents will be informed.
You will be assigned a point person at school. Someone you can talk to. Someone who will check on you.
Over the next weeks:
You will have sessions with the school counselor or an outside therapist.
Your case will be investigated by child protective services or police.
You will be asked the same questions by different people. This is normal. You are not in trouble.
What you should know:
This is not your fault. You did not cause this. You are not in trouble for telling.
You will be believed.
We will keep you safe.
You did the right thing.
Do you have questions about what happens next?
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