Expelled For Stick Figure Drawings
A principal in Ohio has recommended a 7th grader for expulsion because he drew some stick-figure death cartoons. Although two of the figures are labeled with the names of teachers at the school, officials say they don't know whether the 12-year-old meant to harm anyone. They said that under the district's zero-tolerance policy, it really doesn't matter. The policy covers anything that reflects violent images or violent statements.
Well, that certainly seems reasonable. Always err on the side of draconian punishments I say.
Well, that certainly seems reasonable. Always err on the side of draconian punishments I say.
# | November 18, 2003