Cassville School District returning “corporal punishment” for students

CASSVILLE, Mo.– An old-school discipline method is making its way back to school in one local school district.

We have learned that the Cassville School District is bringing back corporal punishment for students. Under the new policy, students could be punished with a paddle. Administrators say it would be the last resort for parents and faculty members if other means of discipline do not work.  

The superintendent said this is the result of a survey sent out to parents last year. the parents responded saying discipline is one of their biggest concerns.

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