school discipline

Has Trump Issued An Executive Order Allowing Teachers To Physically ‘Discipline’ Students? Here’s A Breakdown

Jul 22, 2025

On April 23, 2025, President Donald Trump signed an executive order titled “Reinstating Common Sense School Discipline Policies,” sparking widespread debate and confusion about its implications for school discipline, particularly whether it permits teachers to use physical discipline, such as spanking, on students. Social media platforms like X have amplified concerns, with posts like “I…
Attorney Stephanie R. Lindsey Explains Why Breaking Up a School Fight Could Lead To Suspension Or Criminal Charges

May 23, 2025

Georgia-based attorney Stephanie R. Lindsey, Esq., has issued a strong advisory to parents: under current school policies, students can face suspension—even for trying to break up a fight. In a recent legal explainer shared on her Instagram account, Lindsey addressed a recurring question she encounters in her practice: Can a student be punished for intervening…

Has Trump Issued An Executive Order Allowing Teachers To Physically ‘Discipline’ Students? Here’s A Breakdown