Workplace Compliance, Policies And Procedures

As a compliant organization operating within the state of Florida, we are legally obligated to uphold, publish and display the following policies and procedures on our website and at our facilities for the benefit of the public, employees, parents, and students. The Faith Based Christian Academy (FaithBCA) adheres to the following policies and procedures, which include, but are not limited to:

A. Statement Of Non-Discrimination

B. Duty to Report Abuse

C.1 Duty To Report Misconduct By Educational Support Employees (English)

C.2 Obligación de reportar conductas indebidas del personal de apoyo educativo (Español)

D. Employee Background Screening Requirements

A. Statement Of Non-Discrimination

Faith Based Christian Academy is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment in all aspects of employment, services, programs, and activities. In accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, Faith Based Christian Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, religion, disability, age, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
      This policy applies to all employment practices, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, disciplinary actions, and termination, as well as all services provided to customers, clients, and the public.
      Faith Based Christian Academy also prohibits retaliation against any individual who reports discrimination, participates in an investigation, or exercises any rights protected by law.
      Individuals with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations to access services, participate in programs, or apply for employment.

B. Duty to Report Abuse

All employees have a duty to report all actual or suspected cases of child abuse, abandonment, or neglect. Employees have immunity from liability if they report; and have a duty to comply with child protective investigations. Employees and agents of schools who fail to report may face penalties up to immediate termination of employment and the permanent revocation of their educator's certificate.

HOW TO REPORT

1. FaithBCA Contact Person to Report Employee Misconduct

To report employee misconduct contact:
Principal: Mrs. Lorntia Alexander
Email: principal@faithbca.com

2. Florida Abuse Hotline

📞 1‑800‑96‑ABUSE (1‑800‑962‑2873)
TTY: 1‑800‑955-8771
🌐https://reportabuse.myflfamilies.com/s/

3. Emergencies

🚨 CALL 911 IMMEDIATELY: If someone is in immediate danger, call 911.

4. Reporting to Department of Children & Families (DCF):

🌐https://www.myflfamilies.com/services/abuse/abuse-hotline/how-report-abuse/

5. Reporting to Florida Department of Education (DOE):

🌐https://www.fldoe.org/teaching/professional-practices/reporting-misconduct-abuse.stml

C.1 Duty To Report Misconduct By Educational Support Employees (English)

Every employee has a duty to report misconduct by educational support employees, instructional personnel, or school admininstrators which affects the health, safety, or welfare of a student. Failing to report an offense under this statute is a first-degree misdemeanor. Employees and agents of schools who fail to report may face penalties up to immediate termination of employment and the permanent revocation of their educator's certificate.

HOW TO REPORT

1. FaithBCA Contact Person to Report Employee Misconduct

To report employee misconduct contact:
Principal: Mrs. Lorntia Alexander
Email: principal@faithbca.com

2. Florida Abuse Hotline

Call the Florida Abuse Hotline to report known or suspected abuse, abandonment, neglect, or exploitation of a child, vulnerable adult, or elderly person.
📞 1‑800‑96‑ABUSE (1‑800‑962‑2873)
TTY: 1‑800‑955-8771
🌐https://reportabuse.myflfamilies.com/s/

3. Emergencies

🚨 CALL 911 IMMEDIATELY: If someone is in immediate danger, call 911.

4. Reporting to Department of Children & Families (DCF)

Visit the DCF website for more information on how to report abuse, abandonment, neglect, and exploitation in Florida.
🌐https://www.myflfamilies.com/services/abuse/abuse-hotline/how-report-abuse/

5. Reporting to Florida Department of Education (DOE)

For information on reporting acts that violate s. 800.101, Florida Statutes (sexual misconduct by authority figures), visit the Florida Department of Education’s website. Failing to report an offense under this statute is a first-degree misdemeanor. Employees and agents of schools who fail to report may face penalties up to immediate termination of employment and the permanent revocation of their educator's certificate.
🌐https://www.fldoe.org/teaching/professional-practices/reporting-misconduct-abuse.stml

C.2 Obligación de reportar conductas indebidas del personal de apoyo educativo (Español)

Todo empleado tiene la obligación de denunciar cualquier conducta indebida por parte del personal de apoyo educativo, el personal docente o los administradores escolares que afecte la salud, la seguridad o el bienestar de un estudiante. La omisión de la denuncia de una infracción contemplada en esta normativa constituye un delito menor de primer grado. Los empleados y representantes de las escuelas que no realicen dicha denuncia podrían enfrentar sanciones que van desde el despido inmediato hasta la revocación permanente de su certificado docente.

CÓMO INFORMAR

1. Persona de Contacto Para Reportar Conductas Indebidas de Empleados

Para reportar conductas indebidas de empleados, comuníquese con:
Principal: Sra. Lorntia Alexander
Email: principal@faithbca.com

2. Línea Estatal de Abuso de Florida

Llame a la Línea Estatal de Abuso de Florida para reportar sospecha de abuso, abandono, negligencia o explotación de un niño, un adulto vulnerable o una persona mayor.
📞 1‑800‑96‑ABUSE (1‑800‑962‑2873)
TTY: 1‑800‑955-8771
🌐https://reportabuse.myflfamilies.com/s/

3. Emergencias

🚨 LLAME AL 911 INMEDIATAMENTE: Si alguien está en peligro inmediato, llame al 911.

4. Reporte al Departamento de Niños y Familias (DCF)

Visite el sitio web del Departamento de Niños y Familias (DCF) para obtener más información sobre cómo reportar abuso, abandono, negligencia y explotación en Florida.
🌐https://www.myflfamilies.com/services/abuse/abuse-hotline/how-report-abuse/

5. Reporte al Departamento de Educación de Florida (DOE)

Para obtener información sobre cómo denunciar actos que infrinjan la sección 800.101 de los Estatutos de Florida (conducta sexual inapropiada por parte de figuras de autoridad), visite el sitio web del Departamento de Educación de Florida. La falta de denuncia de una infracción conforme a este estatuto constituye un delito menor de primer grado. Los empleados y representantes escolares que no realicen la denuncia pueden enfrentar sanciones que van desde el despido inmediato hasta la revocación permanente de su certificado docente.
🌐https://www.fldoe.org/teaching/professional-practices/reporting-misconduct-abuse.stml

D. Employee Background Screening Requirements

Each Owner, Operator and Chief Administrative Officer must undergo level 2 background screening through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement and have the results submitted to the Florida Department of Education.

All employee and contracted personnel with direct student contact must submit thier fingerprints to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement for state and national background screening in accordance with section 1002.421(1)(m), F.S.

In accordance with section 1002.421(1)(m), F.S., the academy denies employment to or terminates any employee or contracted personnel with direct student contact if he or she fails to meet the background screening standards under section 435.04, F.S.

In accordance with section 1002.421(1)(m), F.S., the academy disqualifies instructional personnel and school administrators from employment in any position that allows direct contact with students if the personnel or administrators are ineligible under section 435.04, F.S.

In accordance with state regulations, all staff members must complete a background screening conducted by a trusted provider. For detailed information on state-mandated background screening and fingerprinting, please visit the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse website at https://info.flclearinghouse.com/. Prospective employees are required to successfully complete a background screening before the finalization of their employment.

Date: 19 July 2026