Schools almost always have a list of guidelines and policies. We’ve all heard that before. But what’s the different between a policy and a guideline? And should there be more policies regarding teachers’ social media interactions with students?
Generally speaking, policies are rules with teeth. If a school has implemented a specific policy, and that policy is broken, then there is a specific consequence that can be attributed to that policy violation.
Social Media Interaction
Most schools have guidelines when it comes to social media and texting interactions between teachers and students. But some legal experts, including attorney Bob Allard, who has successfully represented numerous students and athletes in molestation lawsuits, believe the only thing that can help is school policies against such interaction.
The Line Between Trusted Advisor and Grooming Sexual Predator
The balance Allard is referring to is weighing the benefit of having teachers as trusted adults in students’ lives to discuss issues happening both inside and outside school property, against the cost of having those teachers cross the line of trusted advisor and into the role of grooming sexual predator.
If you or someone you love has been sexually assaulted by a teacher or coach, contact a local personal injury attorney. A legal expert can discreetly listen to the facts of your case, and may be able to help you recover for the emotional harm and injuries you sustained at the hands of someone you once trusted.
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