A witness to a class A or B offense should promptly report the incident to whom?

• A. Principal and Designee
• B. Teacher and Counselor
• C. Principal and Counselor
• D. Designee and Superintendent

Answer: (A)

When a witness reports a serious offense, the important step is to get the report into the hands of the school’s administrative leadership and the designated responsible party right away. The principal is the person in charge of safety, investigations, and coordinating with families, the district, and any required authorities. The designee is a designated staff member who is trained to receive reports, document them properly, and start the appropriate procedures, including contacting outside agencies if needed. This two-person pathway ensures the incident is officially recorded and escalated without delay, even if one person is momentarily unavailable. Other potential reporting paths often bypass the formal escalation and documentation steps, which could slow investigations and compliance with school policies and laws.