Question

test: question 6

when a school employee reports suspected abuse or neglect to dfps:

a) their identity is confidential, but they cannot report anonymously

b) their name is automatically given to parents

c) they may file anonymously

d) their identity is made public

Explanation:

Analyze DFPS reporting guidelines

Under Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) guidelines and state law, the identity of a person who reports suspected child abuse or neglect is confidential.

Evaluate anonymity vs. confidentiality

While the reporter's identity is kept strictly confidential and protected from disclosure to the parents or the public, mandated reporters (such as school employees) are generally required to provide their identifying information to DFPS when making a report to ensure thorough investigation and follow-up. Thus, they cannot report anonymously, but their identity is legally protected and confidential.

Match with options

• Option A correctly states that their identity is confidential, but they cannot report anonymously.
• Option B is incorrect because names are not given to parents.
• Option C is incorrect because school employees as mandated reporters are required to identify themselves to DFPS.
• Option D is incorrect because the identity is protected, not made public.

Answer:

• (A) Their identity is confidential, but they cannot report anonymously (Correct answer)
• (B) Their name is automatically given to parents
• (C) They may file anonymously
• (D) Their identity is made public