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Educator Sexual Misconduct at K-12 Schools

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On this page: Resources for Sexual Abuse and Misconduct Coverage | Claims Study | Checklist Series | Learning Program | Other Resources

Resources for Sexual Abuse and Misconduct Coverage


Claims Study

In 2018, United Educators (UE) released a study reviewing 45 educator sexual misconduct claims reported by independent schools between 2011 and 2016 to identify trends and derive lessons. Review the claims study and its supplemental resources to learn how to create a strategy for addressing educator sexual misconduct.


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  • Key Findings »This two-page summary lists key claims study data and lessons.
  • Scenarios »This collection of UE claims examples presents some of the common mistakes schools should avoid.
  • PowerPoint »These slides, which include key data and lessons from the claims, are designed to be incorporated into an instructor-led workshop or presentation.
  • Podcast »In this episode of the Prevention and Protection podcast, Alyssa Keehan, director of risk research, interviews Melanie Bennett, risk management counsel, about the educator sexual misconduct claims study.
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Checklist Series

This checklist series offers tips and best practices for protecting minors at your school from misconduct by educators. The following checklists are included:

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Learning Program

The Protecting Children learning program was created for training employees and others on campus who work directly and indirectly with minors.

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Other Resources

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