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The great majority of those who were paddled at school can attest that even though it was unpleasant at the time that it was not abusive and that it DID contribute to the better order of both the school and the kid. I spent lots of time behaving and therefore listening and learning because I knew, for sure, that the paddle would come out and be used if I didn't. Twiggs is making a smart move. The only smarter move would have been to never remove it in the first place. If they will establish a solid base of discipline so that they have the order and attention of the kids, then they can work on the things that they need to do to improve their academics.<br> <br> I'm sure that in this situation those who attended a school and were never subject to the paddle will raise the cry that it's ineffective, does not work, and is child abuse, while those who were subject to it will note that it seemed to work quite well. Do you recall being in a room when it was starting to get a little rowdy and the teacher would open the drawer and pull out the paddle and lay on the desk, and instantaneously silence and order were the rule of the day?
By Southern Boy

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