Corporal punishment is permitted in the state of Pennsylvania in the schools. If you do not agree that your child be subjected to this, you have to send in a written note.

Having worked in 2 of the local schools recently, I can tell you that not one teacher would THINK about putting their hands on a student for punishment purposes.

Having many years of experience as a social worker, I can tell you that spanking (NOT BEATING)is permitted but not to any kind of extreme (in Pennsylvania). If there is a visible mark, the parent has a problem.

Michelle