Is it alright for children to physically punished at school?

Question

Is it alright to hit children at all. Even if its by parents to be spank them.

Answer 1

No, you should never spank a child, this way you are showing them that violence is correct. It is better to take his favorite game, television, or computer away as punishment.
My sister has a son in private school, and they have corporal punishment there. One day they asked her to come to the school because her son was going to be hit, and they wanted the parent to be there to see. Well I was shocked that she allowed this to happen right in from of her, when she herself doesn't hit her child. I gave her a large dose of talking to and advise to never, ever again to let this happened. She promised me she would not let it happen again.
I don't see how a school can get away with this, I think the parents, including my sister, think that the people in school are Gods, just because they have a license to teach. Not even in jail or prison can you hit an inmate. so why hit children.
So now you know I am opposed to hitting children. The worst thing a child can learn is that violence (hitting another) is good.
Do not allow that in school or at home. With my child the worst punishment is not letting her go out when her friends are at the door asking her to come out and play, this works with me fine.
God Bless.

Answer 2

As both a parent and and second teacher I would like to see corporal punishment back in the schools.

When I went to school (which is not exactly ancient history) the teachers still paddled--it was a private school. I also teach in a private (Catholic) school but in my state they do not allow even private schools to spank.

I was paddled three times in school. Though that may sound like a lot--I was kind of a crazy kid. But it did make a big impression on me. I know for a fact that many times my behavior was changed because the possibility of a paddling crossed my mind at times.

At school these days there are limited punishments. And there do need to be real punishments sometimes. My biggest thing is to call the parents. But I know often that does not really result in all that much. I don't really like long drawn out things like detentions. Besides there needs to be an ultimate discipline tool. Spanking makes a huge impression--and just knowing that it is a possible consequence does have an impact on kids--even if not used very often.

I am aware of the problems some people have mentioned of leaving it just to individual teachers to decide to paddle. I think it is best that it be done by the teacher who made the decision--however it should be approved by an impartial person--such as the principal or vice-principal. And it should always be witnessed by someone for both the teacher and the child's protection. Of course, it should also be administered in private.

I don't expect this to happen anytime soon. Perhaps never. But there is always the possibility that the thinking on this subject may swing back

Answer 3

No!! It is never right! I live in Germany and here physical punishment of children is outlawed for teachers and parents, there are definitely other ways and I can't even imagine how people can hit a child. If children get physically punished at school this will just make them hate school, they will respect their teachers just by fear and not in postive way..... I believe it is really very wrong and harmful for children.

Answer 4

NO!!! No one should ever put their hands on someone else's child. I would call the police if someone put their hands on my child in an agressive manner.

I have punished my smaller children by smacking their hands or spanking them (lightly) on the butt..but as they get older their are other punishments. Take away a loved toy, put them in the corner, take away some loved activity. As they get even older you can talk to them. I have a 16 year old and a 7 year old. I don't spank or strike them but I do punish them when they get out of line.

Example: My 16 year old was punished this week for giving me grief over his chores. He hates loading and unloading the dishwasher. So...this whole week he learned to appreciate the fact that we have a dishwasher..because he must do the dishes by hand. I have found he hates this even more, but he must learn to do them because he might not always have a dishwasher and he needs to learn to appreciate the little things in life. I've explained why I've punished him and he now appreciates the dishwasher (and Mom). Because not only do you have to sit down and explain the punishment but after its over you must sit down and talk and find out if it worked. Never assume they have learned.

If you take time out of your life to teach your children (in this busy world its very difficult at times. And when your tired from a hard day at work its so much easier to have a "whatever just be quiet" attitude) you will get far. Take time to get to know your children, their personalities, thier views, their likes and dislikes, who their friends are, what they are doing when they aren't home. Let them get to know your personality, your views, your likes and dislikes...they will know where you stand on certain issues and you will know where they stand on theirs. You'll find a better relationship with your child.

Answer 5

I think punishment being given to the students in school is justified and is necessary if you want that your children should become good law abiding citizens,who are successful in life.
Due to fear of action from authorities for giving punishment to children,teachers are reluctant and students are exploiting the situation,the standard of education is going down day by day.In such circumstances how can we expect that the new generation will be very good and competent.In the absence of punishment many children do not study at all,as such how they can become responsible citizens .many of them will be leading hand to mouth life's,as they wont be able to earn much for their living.

Answer 6

It's INSANE we have laws protecting our adults from physical attacks from others but not our children!!!

The more civilized nations (European, Canada) are at least taking some steps to correct this insanity. The Christians are fighting them every step of the way too.

Answer 7

I think spanking a child on the bottom as a discipline method is okay after other forms of discipline is attempted (such as time outs, removing priviledges, etc.). I got lickings as a child and I turned out just fine. I see too many spoiled children in today's schools who do whatever they want because they know there is no consequences.

Answer 8

Physical punishment is banned in schools and still if it is there , a complain should b made to the principal.

Answer 9

HITTING IS INSANE' EVEN HARSH WORDS SHOULD NOT BE USED TO DRIVE A POINT HOME WITH CHILDREN...YA MONITORED DEPRIVATION CAN BE A GOOD METHOD IN TAMEING OF THE SHREW.

Answer 10

No. Not at all.

Physical punishment will make them more rude.