Posted by Jennifer on 8/01/08

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I am going through a divorce, and have 3 children at home.
It was a sudden thing, which left our whole family
devastated. My 10 year old child was having a very hard
time, and confided in the school principal. I was never
aware of their discussions. The school principal called
CPS on me, and it has been 4 months, and I still keep
playing phone tag with the CPS worker regarding my child.
The school principal never notified me of any problems, or
concerns regarding my child; however called the other
parent before hand and let them know of all the concerns.
My question of the day is, legally, as the managing
conservator parent, should the school have notified me? Is
there anything legally I can do regarding this situation.

Obviously, if my child was in eminent threat, then why has
it taken 4 months for the CPS worker to try to resolve-
which is still not resolved. I have left several messages
for her, she then sent me a certified letter stating that
she can't get a hold of me, and I have not made an attempt
to contact her. Not only that, she called my work. Which,
I just started my work, and do not appreciate my personal
business being the talk of the workplace. The next question
is regarding my rights as a parent and the CPS worker.
What steps do I need to take legally to resolve this
matter?

And... FYI, my soon to be ex-husband's girlfriend's sister
(tongue twister)works at the school as a teacher. I dont
know but something doesn't smell right, however, I am
extremely upset that the school never once came to me
regarding my child, as this last few months has been
difficult on my child, and yes I might have failed to
see "signs" of crying out for attention, but the school
should be held accountable for their actions. Who is to
say that they don't do this to the next parent that comes
along trying to get back on their feet, after a
separation??? Regardless, it's what is in the best interest
of the child. I am not against CPS and what they do or
stand for, but for me, where is the line drawn with
parental rights?

CPS and your rights as a PARENT, 8/01/08, by Jennifer.

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