School personnel are required to report any suspected child abuse or neglect by calling the State Central Registry Hotline at 1-877-NJ ABUSE and local law enforcement authorities. When making a call, school staff should provide specific details about the child, alleged perpetrator, and incident in response to questions from the Hotline screener. Calls should be made immediately from the school rather than being delayed or made elsewhere. Even if unsure about the situation, school staff should err on the side of caution and make a report, as failure to do so could result in legal consequences.