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October 18, 2006
School Bans Tag-Playing During Recess
I thought this was a joke until I read the article (ABC News). Apparently, anything that poses a legal risk for schools will no longer be allowed.
What's next...no water in the toilets? I mean, if the school simply ignored such a dangerous combination of easy access to water in an unsupervised area, a 'swirlie' could mean big payouts to the victim's family.
Of course, they'll also need have to pad the walls and floors. And anything sharp should be removed, so no more cutting anything in art class. And don't get me started on the physical hazard posed by drumsticks and trombones! Band is a deathtrap!
*sigh*
Of course, this wouldn't be an issue in the first place if parents weren't so eager to sue their schools over every little bruise, scrape, or scratch. Heck, if that were the norm when I was a kid, my parents would have been the wealthiest couple in town.
Posted by Craig in Society / Politics