The problem with all good ideas is that a few individuals abuse their power. I am not opposed to paddling when used properly. I think it would be better to transfer students who deserve a paddling to a school specifically set up for unruly students. At this school they should use a paddle. This removes those who are disruptive; the education of the majority who want an education would be strengthened. The learning environment would improve dramatically allowing teachers to teach instead of babysitting. Permit those who are transferred the right to prove that they deserve to be reinstated at a regular school after a specified time period.