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Florida Schools Introduce New Law Allowing Corporal Punishment with Parental Consent: A Controversial Compromise

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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — In a controversial move, Florida has enacted a law allowing certain parents the choice to authorize corporal punishment in schools, a practice that remains legal in just 14 states across the country. This new law permits families to opt-in to corporal punishment, contingent on approval from their respective school districts. As part of the legislation, school districts that choose to adopt corporal punishment are mandated to create a formal policy ratified by the school board. Once this policy is in place, parents can sign a consent form that grants school staff the … Read more

Controversy Surrounding Vague Corporal Punishment Laws Ignites Debate on Child Discipline

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Orlando, Florida – State Attorney Andrew Bain’s decision not to prosecute a pastor accused of child abuse has sparked controversy. Several parents reported that the senior pastor of the Alpha Learning Academy used corporal punishment on 16 students, using a belt to strike them on their hips, legs, and backs. While public schools in Central Florida do not allow corporal punishment, private schools like the Alpha Learning Academy can legally administer it in Florida. Deandre Boykin, one of the parents whose child was allegedly hit, expressed outrage at the lack of information provided to parents … Read more