MCQ Flashcards
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A teacher discovers that a student has signs of physical abuse. Under Texas law, what is the teacher's legal obligation?
Answer: Report the suspicion directly to Child Protective Services or law enforcement within 48 hours
Texas law designates teachers as mandatory reporters who must report suspected child abuse directly to CPS or law enforcement, not defer to administration.
A parent requests access to their child's educational records. Under FERPA, what must the school do?
Answer: Provide access within 45 days of the request
FERPA grants parents the right to inspect and review their child's education records, and schools must comply within 45 days of the request.
A teacher shares a struggling student's test scores with other teachers who are not directly responsible for the student's instruction. This action violates which principle?
Answer: Student confidentiality and FERPA protections
FERPA restricts disclosure of identifiable student information to those with a legitimate educational interest, such as the student's direct teachers.
Which behavior best demonstrates a teacher's commitment to professional growth under the Texas educator code of ethics?
Answer: Seeking feedback, reflecting on practice, and pursuing learning beyond required hours
The Texas educator code of ethics expects continuous professional growth through reflection, feedback, and self-directed learning beyond minimum requirements.
A teacher disagrees with a new district curriculum policy. What is the most professionally appropriate response?
Answer: Voice concerns through proper channels such as curriculum meetings or union representation
Voicing disagreement through proper institutional channels respects professional norms while allowing the teacher to advocate for change constructively.
During a parent-teacher conference, a parent becomes hostile and accusatory about their child's grade. What is the most effective teacher response?
Answer: Remain calm, listen actively, present evidence, and offer a follow-up meeting if needed
Staying calm, presenting documented evidence, and offering continued dialogue demonstrates professionalism while keeping the focus on the student's needs.
A teacher posts a photo of students working on a class project to their personal social media account without parental consent. This action primarily violates:
Answer: Student privacy rights protected under FERPA and district social media policy
Posting identifiable student images publicly without consent violates FERPA privacy protections and most district social media policies.