Take Me To Post Comment Form I am writing to draw attention to a concern regarding Georgia's public school children. Are you aware that 'paddling' of school children is going on in many parts of our state. I did an open records request from the State Dept of Education and have the statistical data. I was shocked to find this is occurring in our great state in such large number. I have read several studies that show in those states that allow this, minorities, disadvantaged and disabled children are more likely subject to school corporal punishment or 'paddling'. I believe this is impacting Georgia's achievement gap. What would it take to get a measure introduced to abolish this practice? Most states are outlawing it because of reported injuries and litigation. I have read of several cases in various newspapers in Georgia where reported injuries have occurred. Most of the United states do not allow this in their schools and have implemented positive behavior intervention and supports to handle behavior issues in schools. In fact, in a May 2009 hearing in Washington, Arne Duncan encouraged all districts to use PBIS (positive behavior supports). I believe this is a viable solution rather than hitting children in an education setting.