This article examines the practice of isolation punishment for elementary students, focusing on a second-grader’s three-hour separation case. It explores the appropriateness, legal boundaries, and educational value of such measures, advocating for more humane and effective discipline systems.
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Disciplinary Isolation in Elementary Schools: Where Should We Draw the Line?
This article examines the controversial practice of isolating elementary school students as a disciplinary measure. Using a case of a second-grader confined for three hours, it questions the ethical and legal boundaries of such punishments, while emphasizing the need for humane and effective discipline systems in education.
