In an effort to maintain safe and orderly classrooms for learning, Hallsville ISD staff utilizes a variety of student discipline options. Time out, loss of privileges, in-school suspension, and corporal punishment are some of the discipline options used.

Corporal punishment will be used as a last resort after other methods have not been effective in maintaining safe and orderly classrooms. It is required by our district that written permission be obtained from the student’s parents/guardians before using corporal punishment.

Corporal punishment shall be limited to spanking or paddling the student. It may be administered only in accordance with district guidelines as outlined in Hallsville ISD Board Policy.

NOTE: A student’s refusal to accept a discipline management technique such as corporal punishment will result in the student’s behavior being classified in the next more serious level.