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rs8001 · 05-06-2003, 05:30 PM

I have many mixed thoughts on this. I was spanked by my parents now and again when I was little. I'm pretty sure I deseved it every time. Not a big deal.

It can get messy quick though. Where is the line between discipline and child abuse? Also, I had a couple teachers that I would not trust to met out corporal punishment. (I bet some on this board could share some crazy nun experiences.) I totally agree with Art's statement: "The more disciplinary options are reduced - the less discipline there is." However, I'd rather schools stay away from corporal punishment. I'd rather just give public schools the ability to kick students out.

In short I think it is a parents responsibility take care of these problems. It is too bad that some don't do this for whatever reason. That of course is a whole different topic.

05-06-2003, 05:30 PM	#6 (permalink)
rs8001 Crazy Location: Indiana	I have many mixed thoughts on this. I was spanked by my parents now and again when I was little. I'm pretty sure I deseved it every time. Not a big deal. It can get messy quick though. Where is the line between discipline and child abuse? Also, I had a couple teachers that I would not trust to met out corporal punishment. (I bet some on this board could share some crazy nun experiences.) I totally agree with Art's statement: "The more disciplinary options are reduced - the less discipline there is." However, I'd rather schools stay away from corporal punishment. I'd rather just give public schools the ability to kick students out. In short I think it is a parents responsibility take care of these problems. It is too bad that some don't do this for whatever reason. That of course is a whole different topic. Last edited by rs8001; 05-06-2003 at 05:33 PM..