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Research Shows Paddling Still Prevalent in Florida Schools

By Agustina Buedo
Published January 22, 2015 at 9:13 PM EST
[FILE] A file photograph showing an American Flag and empty student desks inside an Atlanta, Georgia school.
[FILE] A file photograph showing an American Flag and empty student desks inside an Atlanta, Georgia school.

A recent UF research study found that corporal punishment is still legal in nearly half of Florida's school districts. The study calls for an end to paddling, calling it "archaic" and "outdated."

Researchers are urging for more positive ways to deal with disciplinary action.
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Agustina Buedo
Agustina is a reporter for WUFT News and can be contacted by calling 352-392-6397 or emailing news@wuft.org.
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