DEDICATION:

This blog is dedicated to "The Children Left Behind." We will not rest until the safety of our children and those that are entrusted with their mental health care are held accountable for abusing the children's God given rights, those rights upheld by our constitution, and those that have been complicit in obfuscating the truth!

Sunday, November 27, 2011

Syracuse U. Basketball Coach Jim Boeheim now whistles a different tune

Unfortunately, it is a tune we are all too familiar with ...

On Nov.17, 2011 when the accusation of child molestation became public against Bernie Fine (Assistant basketball coach), coach Jim Boeheim defended his longtime friend by attacking Bobby Davis' reasons for going public with his accusations against Bernie Fine.

"The Penn State thing came out, and the kid behind this is trying to get money," Boeheim said. "He's tried before. And now he's trying again. If he gets this, he's going to sue the university and Bernie. What do you think is going to happen at Penn State? You know how much money is going to be involved in civil suits? I'd say about $50 million. That's what this is about. Money."

Tonight it appears Jim Boeheim changed his tune; Syracuse U. most likely demanded and supplied the new lyrics. After all, it is personally and fiscally the responsible choice. Audio. Containment is passe'. He now supports the university's decision to fire his longtime assistant and expressed regret for his initial statements that were "insensitive."

"The allegations that have come forth today are disturbing and deeply troubling," Boeheim said in a statement released by the school. "I am personally very shocked because I have never witnessed any of the activities that have been alleged. I believe the university took the appropriate step tonight. What is most important is that this matter be fully investigated and that anyone with information be supported to come forward so that the truth can be found. I deeply regret any statements I made that might have inhibited that from occurring or been insensitive to victims of abuse."

"Hard Times Generation" A 60 Minutes report - Families living in cars

Dear Nancy Pelosi et al:
These people are not afforded the opportunity for insider trading. How about cutting them a check with the killing you made on your stock!

BERNIE FINE IS TOAST - TAPE RECORDED MESSAGE RELEASED - UPDATE: BERNIE FINE FIRED

UPDATE : Sunday 8:07 P.M. EST: CNN is reporting Bernie Fine has been fired.
http://www.cnn.com/2011/11/27/justice/syracuse-coach-allegations/index.html
"At the direction of Chancellor Cantor, Bernie Fine's employment with Syracuse University has been terminated, effective immediately," Kevin Quinn said in a statement, referring to Syracuse Chancellor Nancy Cantor.

Bernie Fine/Jim McIsaac/Getty Images
A must see video that contains a 2002 audio tape conversation between Mr. Davis (accused Bernie Fine of child molestation) and Laurie Fine (wife of Bernie Fine).  Mr. Davis states this audio was given to a detective in the police department and nothing was done.

The audio was released by ESPN "Outside the Lines" and speaks volumes; disturbing and disgusting volumes of those that deem themselves above the law, and enabled by those in authority to remain above the law.
Link to video:
http://espn.go.com/video/clip?id=espn:7286364

Saturday, November 26, 2011

Convicted RFK assassin Sirhan Sirhan seeks prison release - CNN.com

 Convicted RFK assassin Sirhan Sirhan seeks prison release - CNN.com

New trial? 13 shots out of an 8-shot gun ... more magic bullets? The coroner testified RFK was shot at point-blank range from behind. Witnesses testified Sirhan Sirhan stood in front of RFK when he fired his gun.

Friday, November 25, 2011

Authorities search home of SU assistant basketball coach Bernie Fine | syracuse.com



Authorities involved in a sexual-abuse investigation of Syracuse University assistant basketball coach Bernie Fine carried out a search at his home Friday but declined to comment on what they were looking for.

Read more at: http://www.syracuse.com/news/index.ssf/2011/11/authorities_search_home_of_su.html

Wednesday, November 23, 2011

GEORGIA - DEPARTMENT OF CUMMUNITY HEALTH "Hospital mistakes kept secret"  | ajc.com

Hospital mistakes kept secret ajc.com
by Alan Judd

No surprise here either. Containment.

Mr. Judd, we have your Pulitzer waiting for you...

New allegations of abuse leveled involving Jerry Sandusky's Grandchild

More sorrow for all concerned. 

It is now being reported that Jerry Sandusky's daugher-in-law has filed a complaint with Centre County Children and Youth Services alleging Jerry Sandusky abused his grandchild.

Sandusky attorney Joe Amendola states that the "allegations are ridiculous and unfounded."
Mr. Amendola has also made light of the situation, stating that this arose from a "family dispute."  "Jerry has absolutley denied any inappropriate contact with his grandkids."

Whether or not the daughter-in-law in question is the mother of Matt Sandusky's children, who recently went to court to obtain an order where Jerry Sandusky is now allowed unsupervised or overnight visits with his grandchildren, has not been confirmed.









Tuesday, November 22, 2011

More Students Charged in Long Island SAT Cheating Case - NYTimes.com

Report: 2 new cases of child abuse alleged against Sandusky





All Penn State home county Judges have removed themselves from potentially presiding over sexual abuse cases against Mr. Sandusky.

"Godfather"Joe Paterno Fought Penn State Official Over Punishment of Football Players - WSJ.com

Joe Paterno Fought Penn State Official Over Punishment of Football Players - WSJ.com


Forget "JoePa," "Godfather" appears more approriate.  Here, Paterno demanded carte-blanche and Penn State gave it to him.  Did his spineless yes men kiss his ring, too?

Although,to think that Penn State is alone in this would be naive.  The double standard exists in all institutions, although with the media today and more scrutiny, it is becoming more difficult to hide.  Power and money.

Let us put it this way, DUI charges et al, have a way of disappearing along with the Police Officer that did not make it to court to attest to the charges;  no cameras, no tape, it's in the bag. The "good ole boy" system is not just reserved for the South.

In this article, Mr. Spanier, then President of Penn State, offered scripted non-sense regarding the determination that Penn State football players are off-limits regarding the school's code of conduct, resulting suspensions, and sanctions. His response was sickening; that of another weak, kowtowing shell of a man with plenty of comrads.

"The committee's rationale, which I fully support, is based on the assumption that involvement in student activities is for the most part a healthy influence on   student behavior," Mr. Spanier wrote. "Removing such involvement as a way of getting a student's attention to correct misbehavior may or may not be productive."
To read the entire article:
http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052970204443404577052073672561402.html

Monday, November 21, 2011

Thursday, November 17, 2011

Jon Stewart's Take on Jerry Sandusky's Phone Interview

The Daily Show With Jon StewartMon - Thurs 11p / 10c
Jerry Sandusky Phone Interview
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TEXAS JUDGE WILLIAM ADAMS BEATS DAUGHTER WHICH SHE CAPTURED ON VIDEO IN 2004

Hillary Adams taped her father Judge William Adams beating her; she kept the tape for 7 years, and released it.  He is still a sitting Judge.  It is reported that Judge Adams presides over child abuse cases.  Statute of limitations is up for Hillary, but the scars shall remain for life.


WARNING: Viewer discretion is advised under 18. Graphic child abuse/violence/ language.

Parent speaks out about Educational Consultant Patricia Murphy and the Ridge Creek School Facility

This is not the first time, doubtful it will it be the last within the "Teen Help Industry." Educational consultant Patricia (Patti) Murphy has plenty of company where referring to the Ridge Creek School facility (formerly Hidden Lake Academy) was concerned.

What we have encountered is that most of the families have walked away for various reasons.  Litigation is expensive and the commitment is taxing, especially when one is up against not only a now defunct facility (personal bankruptcy this round), but the Georgia state agencies that allowed the perpetuated fraud to continue, while enjoying protection under sovereign immunity(although it is not totally impenetrable, near though). 

Federal laws regarding out-of-state admissions and in-state admissions were also violated.  Educational Consultants such as Patricia (Patti) Murphy were sent documents over the years showing violations (those that were reported and those that Ridge Creek were caught not reporting) generated by Georgia's Office of Residential Child Care(ORCC); yet, Ms. Murphy and her colleagues continued to refer to the former Hidden Lake Academy and/or the Ridge Creek facility.  Educational consultants apparently did not feel the need to do any research, completely vet this facility and it affiliates through the ORCC reports, the Class Action Lawsuit of 2006 (this lawsuit was not just contractual), and the previous bankruptcy. If the Educational Consultants bothered to ascertain the facts and protect the children,  many families and their children would have been spared much heartache.  They chose nepotism, blind trust of the perpetrators, and their purse-strings over what reason and logic dictate.

There was no follow through by Educational Consultants, the ORCC, the Compact Commission, and AdvancEd (Southern Association of Colleges and Schools) regarding placement of Special Needs children at a facility that had no Special Needs program.  Federal and State ICPC violations were rampant.

This will continue to happen inside and outside our country until educational consultants are held accountable and held to a higher ethical standard than the current state of their affairs; unfortunately, more than not, they appear as nepotistic as Georgia's agencies.

The Therapeutic Boarding School industry is a multi-billion dollar farce that took off because someone or group saw the need and its mega financial benefits.  IECA and NATSAP cohorts are now well aware of the gravy train presented to them by Special Needs children and those with drug problems.  As one stated, "Aspergers is quite lucrative."   Beware, targets (Special Needs children)  have gone in the direction of "Autism Spectrum Disorders" and "pill poppers;" after all, it is "quite lucrative."  Marketing to Special Needs families is now in full swing.

School districts need to address and create Special Needs programs that are structured within their own communities, so our children are not farmed out into a "Teen Help Industry" that is not equipped, trained with certified teachers, or licensed care-givers for Special Needs Children.

Parents report there are Special Needs programs that are not fraudulent and have had success, but there are few and far between.  Seek out these families.  Do not go on the recommendation from the facility, educational consultant, or marketing brochures that offer a call list with former "happy campers."  Stay away from "Advisory Boards," like Penn State, most individuals are connected or benefit in some fashion.

Please be your child's advocate.  Do your research.  Advocate for school districts to be proactive in building a Special Needs program within your own district.  If an Educational Consultant smiles brightly, then states that a facility in Costa Rica would be beneficial for your child - or suggests a Wilderness Camp - run.

And that's my take.

*If you would like the DOJ contact please write/email  jillestake@live.com, but at least file your complaint with your Congressional District, Ombudsman, and/or your state's Office of the Child Advocate.  You may also contact Director Tonya Boga - Office of the Child Advocate, Atlanta Georgia.


Concerned Citizen
*
This woman is a fraud. She charged me $4,000 to place my child in a school that she knew was under investigation for mismanagement, including unlicensed educational and therapeutic care - there were rapes and attempted suicides, while my son was there -- the children were not safe and she refused to acknowledge this fact, let alone talk to me at all. As soon as she took my money, she completely ceased all communication with me by phone and email. I would not be surprised if this woman received kickbacks from the school to place children there. Do not associate with this woman - she is a fraud. I am not the only person she fleeced - see http://jilliestake.blogspot.com/2011/07/educational-consultants-that-refer-to.html

http://chevychase.patch.com/listings/patricia-murphy-educational-consultants 

Authorities: Tons of drugs went through cross-border tunnel - CNN.com

Authorities: Tons of drugs went through cross-border tunnel - CNN.com
Investigators from the multiagency San Diego Tunnel Task Force check out the tunnel's entrance Wednesday. The tunnel went down 20 feet and is equipped with electricity and ventilation.

Wednesday, November 16, 2011

Open the Records at Penn State - NYTimes.com

Open the Records at Penn State - NYTimes.com

Judge Robert Scott Replaces Judge Leslie Dutchcot - Sandusky Case

Judge Robert Scott assigned to Jerry Sandusky case - CBS 21 News - Breaking news
No surprises here...

"AS THE PENN STATE 'FAMILY' TURNS" OR UNRAVELS


Joe and Mary Amendola at The Second Mile Charity
Photo via Busted Coverage


After presiding Judge Dutchcot's 'family ties' to The Second Mile charity were revealed, now according to the Daily Mail, court documents reveal that Joe Amendola, the lawyer for accused Penn State pedophile Jerry Sandusky, impregnated a teenage girl in 1996.  16 is the legal age in Pennsylvania, although it is reported that Amendola represented his young paramour in her imancipation, covering all  bases. He was 49.  She would marry Joe Amendola in 2003, giving birth to another child.  The two are separated now.  The photo shows Joe and Mary Amendola (who is now 32) at a Second Mile charity event.  The Second Mile  is the charitable  foundation for at-risk youth that Sandusky started. 

Gary Schultz, former senior vice president for business and finance at Penn State is seen in the upper left.  Schultz has been charged with perjury for lying to the grand jury during the Sandusky investigation.


It appears Amendola's wife is not in agreement with leaving her children with Mr. Sandusky.








Tuesday, November 15, 2011

In July, Paterno Transferred Ownership of Home to His Wife for $1 - NYTimes.com

In July, Paterno Transferred Ownership of Home to His Wife for $1 - NYTimes.com


                                         Patrick Smith/Getty images
Yesterday, after posting the article, " The Janitors of the Ridge Creek School and Georgia's DHS mirror The Janitors of Penn State," today this was released. Honestly, this is just too close to home.

Joe, you have charged a dollar more in some respects than the going rate in Atlanta!

"Estate Planning?" Expecting a lawsuit in July? "Say it isn't so Joe."

We know this is a long shot, but, seriously Joe, do you have family in Georgia?

Monday, November 14, 2011

Former Penn St. coach: Sandusky scandal 'made some sense to me' - College football- NBC Sports

Former Penn St. coach: Sandusky scandal 'made some sense to me' - College football- NBC Sports

'Enraged' ex-grad assistant, child-abuse victim critical of coach's style, Paterno power

The Janitors of the Ridge Creek School and Georgia’s DHS mirror the Janitors of Penn State’s Scandal –

 - They clean up the mess, contain it, but manage to leave some legacy.
Let’s look at mandated reporters as “keepers” of a promise to ensure the safety of children.  The keepers at schools, facilities, and the state agencies are the Presidents, Head Masters, Commissioners, Directors, and Supervisors whose work force and mission is supposedly to protect our children under their watch. 

Bob Schieffer appropriately wrote about the Penn State scandal : [excerpt]
“As the Catholic Church learned, when protecting the institution is put ahead of protecting those it is intended to serve, it is eventually the institution that is put at risk.
That is unfortunate, but let us remember those the institution forgot, the victims - children who may have been scarred for life.
They deserve to know those who wronged them and those who knew about it are being brought to justice.”
 http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-3460_162-57323795/bob-schieffer-on-the-fall-of-icons/
The lack of knowledge base of child abuse and neglect reporting protocol when it comes to errant, arrogant individuals in a keeper capacity is systemic.  There is no excuse that a Law Enforcement Officer does not know that there is a 24-hour call-in service for Child Protective Services and that protocol must be followed.  Worse, is knowing, and shrugging their duty off.  The corruption that underlies what truly goes on is endemic.

As being reported, Georgia like Pennsylvania, does not have a good track record with enforcement of mandatory reporting laws and prosecuting those who break those laws; these individuals are seldom written up and even rarer is their prosecution accompanied by a minute fine.  One of the key problems rests within the state agency in regard to the manor with which their supervisory staff handle surveys/reports/complaints of child abuse, negligence, rights violations, and fraud that perpetuate the others.   History shows both the agency receiving the reports or complaints, or the facilities themselves, often appear to utilize containment and/or cleansing of reports.  The buck stops at the agency supervisors who subjectively review the reports and apparently have been afforded carte blanche in editing the reports for final submission; unless, their Director or Commissioner has issued a "hands-off."  
See Welts, not welfare: Boss's protective maneuvers send a message that undermines DFCS mission — children's safety.”  Atlanta Journal-Constitution by Maureen Downey January 29, 2008. AJC.com
There appears to be no oversight of these supervisors.  Rampant nepotism and fear of job loss exist in not just the facilities themselves, but with the agencies’ underlings as well.  Those whose mission and creed is to protect children, find they must "toe the line" or you are out.
The Keepers (state agencies) are set up to be protected and impenetrable, seeking additional cover under antiquated state immunity laws, enabling the Penn States and Ridge Creeks of the world to operate under the radar of any scrutiny; everyone flourishes under the façade.  Now, Penn State as a public, state funded institution might try to interject sovereign immunity to bar themselves from lawsuits surely and rightfully to come, but there is argument that it is not a state agency, only funded, therefore sovereign immunity cannot be applied. Ridge Creek accepted state funds, out of state funds, and medicaid funds for services that were not, or could not be rendered to Special Needs Children; obviously, it does not grant Ridge Creek sovereign immunity.  The Keepers did not stop them either.
In reading the 23-page Grand Jury Indictment of Jerry Sandusky, former coach at Penn State, much stands out that parallels what went wrong at the Ridge Creek facility, although the allegations differ, the lack of mandated reporting in both cases had horrific consequences, which could have stopped more children and their families from being hurt in both cases.
At Penn State, mandated reporters did not report sexual misconduct and the rapes of many children; they kept quiet for fear of their job loss, nepotism, promises, or for protecting the institution.
At the now closed Ridge Creek School facility, formerly Hidden Lake Academy, attempted suicides went unreported, just business as usual.  This facility had plenty of company in the Therapeutic Teen Help Industry, which is a breeding ground for disaster in itself.  
With regard to the Ridge Creek facility and its former Hidden Lake Academy, there were several mandated reporters at the facility that did not report anything for fear of losing their jobs, for empty promises, for nepotistic reasons, or a sick logic that it was all for the greater good of themselves.  Several ‘players’ that knew better were the Janitors, who ethically should have been the Keepers;  former Directors, Headmasters, and Counselors, actually promoted the horrific environment and contained the egregious behaviors of the facility. Two players come to mind, Chris Grimwood, a major promoter of the inherent fraud perpetrated to families, along with Jeff Holloway, both of whom are now at Brandon Hall … From Hidden Lake Academy it was Headmaster Charles Cates, now retired, who was in charge of containment. What is frightening, is the lies these people could spew, without blinking an eye.  There were more Janitors at the Ridge Creek and Hidden Lake facility, too numerous to mention over the last 11 years and they just moved on in their 100 billion dollar industry to another facility, unscathed, while the families picked up the pieces they all left behind, including their children.  Educational Consultants rave about how wonderful these people are; blinded by their livelihood much?
Mandated reporters?  Again, Judges in Georgia seldom fine them, if the cowards are even brought to court – after all, it is only a child’s life, who apparently has no rights.  College Park, PA?    Mr. Sandusky received only a bond of 100,000 dollars for 40 counts, including rapes of children, 8 to date, sexually abused. It is now being reported that Judge Dutchcot, who is presiding over the case is listed as a volunteer at The Second Mile.  Shouldn't the Judge have disclosed this to the attorneys?  Recuse herself?  How many children was Mr. Sandusky rewarded with, through foster care, and adoption;  now another charity, the Fresh Air Fund, states that the Sandusky's were a host familiy for inner city children? What does that say?  What is a child’s life worth?  Our system is screwed up.
On a grander scale, Penn State in College Park, Pa was just another Hidden Lake Academy/Ridge Creek School in Dahlonega, Georgia along with a myriad of others – self- preservation, containment, money, and live the lie.  The problem here - if you “live the lie” long enough, it becomes livable and the norm.
The entire town of Dahlonega in Lumpkin County was sewn up. After all, there were connections in downtown Atlanta, according to the former Sheriff – big whoop.  Like Penn State in College Park, at one time Hidden Lake Academy and Ridge Creek thrived, bringing in money for the town businesses in Dahlonega. Until the town businesses servicing the facility realized the owner did not like to pay his bills, including taxes; even in the early years there were tax liens and material man’s liens.  There were warnings given to parents, “if you file a lawsuit, do not do it in Lumpkin County – he owns it.”  Or, the GAO’s warning that “this goes all the way up to judges, stay out of the State, go Federal.”  Ridiculous.  Impossible?  And just how is that accomplished if the reporting agencies are the ONLY entities in the state that can ask for intervention by the Federal government (DOJ, AG), the Inspector General, the State Attorney General (who protects the agencies), or the GBI?  What is even more ludicrous is having to ask the State of Georgia if they will allow a lawsuit against themselves?  Get real.
An earthquake, with lingering aftershocks, has jolted College Park.  It is in the news across the globe; good and bad, the affected families and their children have media support that will not allow the State of Pennsylvania or Penn State to continue a cover-up.  Those exposed to the previous Ridge Creek School and its affiliates, along with the state agencies should only be so lucky with Georgia.
Even if complaints/reports are processed by a DFCS or ORCC investigator/surveyor, their survey report goes to their supervisor, where it is reviewed, re-written, or ignored. Off-the-record, with fear of reprisal, we have received notice that investigator reports were reviewed by the supervisors and never utilized.  Why send out your agents to investigate, if you won’t back them up? Several final reports from complaints do not even reference the original complaint.   So, the DFCS, CPS, ORCC, DHS responding agent/surveyors are mandated reporters, but the “meat” of their report can be silenced at the supervisory level; supervisors are mandated reporters, too.  So, how does that work? The best of it all, “they are lying to you.”  (“They,” refers to the DHS, ORCC, DFCS, DJJ supervisors and directors.)  Georgia agents/surveyors are just pawns, used to the advantage of the hierarchy, discarded if they make waves; less is more, unless there is an agreed upon target.  Janitorial work can be tedious.
No one in either case, surely endemic across the country and world, can speak the truth unless it is acceptable to the “machine,” the institution that pays their salaries.  It has always been structured that way, corporate or otherwise.
Another mandated reporter, Penn State’s Mr. Mike McQueary as a Graduate Assistant witnessed a 10-year-old boy being sodomized by Jerry Sandusky in the showers.  He went home and called his father?  What human being would not intervene, plummet the SOB, if not near kill him, comfort the child as best one can, and call the police?   Perhaps a pre-requisite for human beings interacting with children should be that they watch several films of animals in nature protecting their cubs.  Jerry Sandusky was fortunate he lived in a community where they do not deliver their own brand of justice, because he would have been an immediate candidate for a penile implant; forget castration - that would have been a gift.
If Mr. McQueary had reported the incident to the police, would it have even gotten past the police?  At the time, doubtful, a call here or there, connections, favors.   A town owned, is a town owned; the machine is above reproach whether in College Park, PA., Dahlonega, Georgia, or anywhere else.
Parents of children that attended Hidden Lake Academy and the Ridge Creek facility state they not only contacted the Office of Regulatory Services ( ORS), now the Office of Residential Child Care( ORCC) in the Department of Human Services (DHS) but, the Lumpkin County Sheriff’s Office, ADTF, the FBI, and filed  complaints asking for investigations.  They never heard back aside from a perfunctory email or letter if they were fortunate.  No accountability – lives ruined.  Like Penn State, tragedies could have been stopped years back.
The bottom line is that mandated reporters have an ethical, humane, and fiduciary responsibility to report child abuse, child negligence, and violations of children’s rights.  They are the keepers of the glen.  We should all know that.  Thwarting any hope of reform is the allowed rampant nepotism in the agencies and intstitutions that incidents are reported to, the back-room favors, and the muscle placed on anyone attempting to right the wrongs that the hierarchy wants to disappear. 
The Pennsylvania Governor has announced he wants the laws changed, but that will not cut it, unless there is absolute, outside oversight of the agencies, institutions, and their brethren as we have learned from Georgia.  Georgia’s agency hierarchy circumvented the truth,  took care of their co-conspirators in a politically motivated machine, while weeding out dedicated people that seek truth, transparency, and the safety of the children.  Families that seek justice and accountability are doomed from the start. 

It has taken how many years to bring Jerry Sandusky to court?  How long was Hidden Lake Academy, the Ridge Creek School et affiliates allowed to perpetrate so many frauds and cover-up incidents regarding minor children where mandated reporting of those incidents were required?   How long was Ridge Creek and its affiliates allowed to go unlicensed, with the state knowing full well it was not purely an academic school? To date, no one has been held accountable as a mandated reporter in either of Georgia’s state agencies or the Ridge Creek affiliated facilities.  Why not?  Apologies?  Don’t hold your breath. 

Over the span of 11 or so years, with complaints and lawsuits, the ORS/ORCC rewarded the Ridge Creek /Hidden Lake Academy facilities with numerous licenses for various entities on the same compound.  The ORCC still does not acknowledge the existence, if only on paper ,of another facility on the same compound with state contracts that did not exist.   The state afforded stimulus funds to the facility as a Residential Treatment Facility (RTF), when it was not licensed as such;  more ingenious is the fact that the State allowed children who needed an RTF to be admitted.  Fact, the facilities like Ridge Creek across the country cannot continue to operate without the help of the state of domicile, which turns more than a blind eye and deaf ears to the cries of the families. Two programs, Aspen Education and WWASPS exhibit spot-on examples of influence, child abuse, child neglect, and child deaths. 
At least the Penn State Board of Trustees “fired” the lot, even if their backs were against the wall.  Unfortunately, for them, containment was no longer an option, so they cut the cord.  A "RIF"(Reduction in Force) just wouldn't fly.
In Georgia, just as the Catholic Church accommodated their pedophile priests, DHS rewarded their brethren who continuously obfuscated the truth to famiies with moving them to other departments in the DHS; or, they conveniently announce a (RIF) due to budget cuts.  Four months later, they replace the RIF’s with another covert operative, whom did not appear to have a clue either.  

It appears Ridge Creek School’s former Directors, along with Penn State’s hierarchy have much more in common with Georgia’s Department of Human Services (DHS). Apparently, the only resume requirements for a Director or Supervisor within the DHS and its other agencies is that lying must be second nature, and having “no clue” is a plus.
In Ridge Creek and Hidden Lake Academy’s case, the owner portrayed himself to be the victim.  Let there be no mistake, the only victims were the children, their parents, and a handful of naïve employees; victims of a near-perfect, perpetuated fraud … And, of course, those donors to the infamous slush fund, er, “Chapel Fund.”
In Penn State’s case/scandal, the victims were the children.  Mr. Paterno was not the victim here folks.  To quote a friend, “if one thinks there is just one mouse in the house, think again." He was part of the problem. They all were part of what they determined was an invincible machine, an institution that was operating as if they were above the law.  Heck, they probably were the law.  They did not even care enough to identify the young boy allegedly raped by Mr. Sandusky in Penn State’s showers. 
These mandated reporters appear to have chosen self-absorbed glory over their own humanity.
The grand jury met for over 18 months. Mr. Paterno (whom testified early this year), Penn State et al knew this was coming, yet Penn State reels in shock, along with Mr. Paterno and his compatriots?  They had over 18 months to prepare, to come forward.  Penn state declined comment in March of 2011.
Did their arrogance so blind them to think this would disappear? 
March 2011
Harrisburg (Pa.) Patriot-News reports that grand jury is investigating Sandusky on allegations of indecent assault against a teenage boy. The Patriot-News reports that five people with knowledge of the case said the grand jury has been meeting for 18 months and has called witnesses, including Paterno and Curley. Penn State declines comment.”
Shed no tears for Mr. Paterno.  He was blessed.  It was not his son in that shower.

  And that’s my take.
“For the Children Left Behind”

*For those readers that are not familiar with the former Ridge Creek School 
  facility and the former Hidden Lake Academy, there is much information in
  previous articles and posts, not only on this blog, but others as well the FOX I-
  team news report out of Atlanta.

Sunday, November 13, 2011

NANCY PELOSI BLOCKED CREDIT CARD REFORM WHILE INVESTING MILLIONS IN A SOUGHT AFTER VISA IPO



Peter Schweizer’s investigation and subsequent book, "Throw Them All Out"  raises legal and ethical questions as to whether Pelosi and other members of Congress–from both parties– should legally as lawmakers, be able to buy stocks in companies directly affected by their legislative efforts.  Pelosi landed a most sought after IPO.  Nice, one Nan - ethics anyone? 

Insider trading in Congress?  Who'd 'a thunk.

Wednesday, November 9, 2011

Dear Mr. Joe Paterno, Penn State Board of Trustees, et al

Look up "mandated reporters" for the State of Pennsylvania.
Who is a mandated reporter?
"A person who, in the course of employment, occupation or practice of a profession, has reasonable cause to suspect, on the basis of medical, professional or other training and experience, that a child under the care, supervision, guidance or training of that person or of an agency, institution, organization or other entity with which that person is affiliated is a victim of child abuse, including child abuse by an individual who is not a perpetrator. It is not necessary for mandated reporters to determine if an individual is a perpetrator under the CPSL and a report shall be made to ChildLine regardless of the status of the individual. The only exceptions to this are in respect to confidential communications made with a member of the clergy or an attorney."

http://www.preventchildabusepa.org/faq.php

Pennsylvania Code:

§ 42.42. Suspected child abuse—mandated reporting requirements.

(a) General rule. Under 23 Pa.C.S. § 6311 (relating to persons required to report suspected child abuse), licensees who, in the course of the employment, occupation or practice of their profession, come into contact with children shall report or cause a report to be made to the Department of Public Welfare when they have reasonable cause to suspect on the basis of their professional or other training or experience, that a child coming before them in their professional or official capacity is a victim of child abuse.
(b) Staff members of public or private agencies, institutions and facilities. Licensees who are staff members of a medical or other public or private institution, school, facility or agency, and who, in the course of their employment, occupation or practice of their profession, come into contact with children shall immediately notify the person in charge of the institution, school facility or agency or the designated agent of the person in charge when they have reasonable cause to suspect on the basis of their professional or other training or experience, that a child coming before them in their professional or official capacity is a victim of child abuse. Upon notification by the licensee, the person in charge or the designated agent shall assume the responsibility and have the legal obligation to report or cause a report to be made in accordance with subsections (a), (c) and (d).
(c) Reporting procedure. Reports of suspected child abuse shall be made by telephone and by written report.
(1) Oral reports. Oral reports of suspected child abuse shall be made immediately by telephone to ChildLine, (800) 932-0313.
(2) Written reports. Written reports shall be made within 48 hours after the oral report is made by telephone. Written reports shall be made on forms available from a county children and youth social service agency.
(d) Written reports. Written reports shall be made in the manner and on forms prescribed by the Department of Public Welfare. The following information shall be included in the written reports, if available:
(1) The names and addresses of the child and the parents or other person responsible for the care of the child, if known.
(2) Where the suspected abuse occurred.
(3) The age and sex of the subjects of the report.
(4) The nature and extent of the suspected child abuse including any evidence of prior abuse to the child or siblings of the child.
(5) The name and relationship of the persons responsible for causing the suspected abuse, if known, and any evidence of prior abuse by those persons.
(6) Family composition.
(7) The source of the report.
(8) The person making the report and where that person can be reached.
(9) The actions taken by the reporting source, including the taking of photographs and X-rays, removal or keeping of the child or notifying the medical examiner or coroner.
(10) Other information which the Department of Public Welfare may require by regulation.



Authority



The provisions of this § 42.42 issued under the Child Protective Services Law, 23 Pa.C.S. § 6383(b)(2); and section 5 of the Occupational Therapists Practice Act (63 P. S. § 1505); amended under sections 5(b) and 6(a)(2) of the Occupational Therapy Practice Act (63 P. S. § § 1505(b) and 1506(a)(2)).



Source



The provisions of this § 42.42 adopted November 8, 1996, effective November 9, 1996, 26 Pa.B. 5425; amended December 7, 2001, effective December 8, 2001, 31 Pa.B. 6663. Immediately preceding text appears at serial pages (223111) to (223113).



Cross References



This section cited in 49 Pa. Code § 42.41 (relating to definitions relating to child abuse reporting requirements); 49 Pa. Code § 42.46 (relating to confidentiality—waived); and 49 Pa. Code § 42.47 (relating to noncompliance).




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Saturday, November 5, 2011

If Jerry Sandusky allegations are true, Penn State and Joe Paterno deserve part of the blame - The Washington Post



 AP - In this photo provided by the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General, former Penn State football defensive coordinator Jerry Sandusky, center, is placed in a police car in Bellefonte, Pa.

Columnist Mike Wise sums it up - aptly.



Video prompts investigation of child abuse at youth boot camp

Video prompts investigation of child abuse at youth boot camp - NY Daily News

THE AUTHORITIES NEED TO FIGURE OUT IF A CRIME HAS BEEN COMMITTED ...?

Boy shown with tire around neck; Children forced to chug water until one vomits




BY The Associated Press
Originally Published: Saturday, October 29 2011, 4:31 AM
Updated: Saturday, October 29 2011, 4:31 AM


PASADENA, Calif. (AP) Police will investigate whether a crime occurred at a youth boot camp after videos surfaced showing instructors shouting at a boy wearing a tire around his neck and children being told to drink water until some vomited.

Investigators will question boot camp operator Kelvin "Sgt. Mac" McFarland, police Cmdr. Darryl Qualls told the Pasadena Star-News (http://bit.ly/vtQb7Q ) on Thursday.

"Looking at the video we can only see McFarland, so we will start the investigation with McFarland," Qualls said.

McFarland earlier denied to the newspaper that he appeared in the videos. A call left for him Friday was not immediately returned.

McFarland was charged earlier this year with child abuse, extortion and other crimes.

Prosecutors contend that he handcuffed a truant 14-year-old girl in May and told her family that she would be sent to juvenile detention unless she was enrolled in his camp. She was never enrolled.

The Star-News this week released short video clips it said were made in 2009.

On one, several instructors in military-style fatigues surround and shout at a boy who is wearing a heavy auto tire. At one point, the boy falls down crying but is ordered to stand again.

In the other, several girls and boys are repeatedly ordered to drink water from colored plastic bottles. Several youngsters vomit.

"I would certainly not subject my son or daughter or any child I know to this type of activity," City Council member Victor Gordo told the newspaper.

"The short clips that I reviewed appeared to be more of a situation of intimidation and humiliation appearing to be employed under the guise of physical activity and discipline," Gordo said.

The Star-News said the videos appear to have been made in Pasadena but did not indicate how it obtained them.

McFarland runs Family First Growth Camp in Pasadena, which like other boot camps uses military-style discipline and exercises with a goal of instilling character and keeping at-risk youngsters away from drugs, alcohol and crime.

The camp "doesn't believe in corporal punishment, nor will it be tolerated," according to a camp website.

"The young men/women who come to us are good kids who have begun to make some poor choices with friends, school, drugs, alcohol, attitude with peers and family members," the website said, adding that through the camp, "these kids seek out, find, then learn to love themselves so they can love their families and start to move in a positive direction."

The camp is funded through a combination of fees and charitable donations. Enrollment is through parents, although in some states juvenile justice systems send some offenders to boot camps.

However, some studies have shown that juvenile offenders sent to boot camps were no less likely to commit new crimes than those who were placed in juvenile detention or given probation.

The Star-News did not specify whether the videos were taken at a Family First training session and noted that some children seemed to be wearing T-shirts from another camp.

Keith "Sarge" Gibbs, who runs Sarge's Community Base/Commit II Achieve Boot Camp, said that some of the children appear to be wearing his camp T-shirts.

McFarland worked for him in 2009 but left to form his own camp after Gibbs learned that he had lied about taking a required background check, Gibbs said.

"He left and took 28 families and kids with him, with my shirts and some paperwork," Gibbs told The Associated Press on Friday.

Gibbs said he doubted that the video was shot during one of his camps.

"Those individuals (in the videos) belong to Sgt. McFarland's team. Those are his teammates," he said.

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