Policy 2112: Corporal Punishment
Tulsa Public Schools Policy 2112: Corporal Punishment
PURPOSE: To prohibit corporal punishment.
Corporal punishment is defined by Oklahoma law as ordinary force for discipline of children including, but not limited to, spanking, switching, or paddling.
Corporal punishment is prohibited in the District. No student shall be subject to this form of punishment by teachers, administrators, students, or other school personnel. Employees may use reasonable and necessary physical force to protect persons or property.
The Superintendent or designee will develop appropriate regulations that include effective discipline as an alternative to corporal punishment. These regulations shall be incorporated into the Behavior Response Plan to be reviewed annually by the Board.