Student's hygiene?

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I know that there is a thread somewhere but I need help. I have a student who is in 2nd grade and his hygiene is very poor. On a normal day is very unkempt, has a slight smell of BO, and never has underwear and socks on. Last year it was an issue too. He has a sister who is a year older and doesn't have a problem with hygiene. Teacher wanted to talk to me about the issue because the student is basically being excluded by other students due to the odor. How do I go about this? What is a good plan of action? I know I have to talk to the parents but should I also include the social worker too?

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Update: Student informed teacher he only gets a bath on Sundays because "dad said it is too much work to do it on the other days". I asked if he gets a shower at all during the week and he said no. We are having a meeting Thursday with teacher and social worker.

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