I have recently started working at a preschool, it's not my first preschool job, and certainly not my first time working with children, but I still need a bit of advice.
I have a small child in my class who is always VERY dirty. His hair is gross, his clothes are stained and filthy, his shoes are at least a size to small.. Other then his hygeine, he doesn't seem to be suffering, he's not displaying any other signs of neglect or child abuse. He obviously loves his mother, and is happy to go home with her, but I'm still concerned.
I understand that they don't have a lot of money and can't afford nice clothes or new shoes, they are only able to afford the daycare because they are on county vouchers, as it's not a cheap daycare.
My question is do you believe that this warrents a call to child services? No one else seems to think it's too big of an issue, but as a mandated reporter I feel some obligation to report this.
I feel as though a call is inevitable
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