School plumbing inspection gone wild

Volunteer middle school principal Patrick Lott (Bernardsville Middle School) is in the slammer facing charges that he videotaped 22 boys (9 of whom were under the age of 16) as they showered at Immaculata High School. This "plumbing inspection" occurred over a three year period, starting in 2008. Perhaps Patrick is just a plumber wanna-be or is understandably obsessed with faucets, shower heads, and floor drains. We recommend that Mr. Lott seek career counseling or professional help from PA (Plumbers Anonymous).

STORY: Patrick Lott, Middle School Principal, Arrested For Allegedly Recording Boys Showering

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://plumbinginfo.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/plumber.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="298" src="http://plumbinginfo.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/plumber.jpg" width="400" /></a></div> <br /> Volunteer middle school principal Patrick Lott (Bernardsville Middle School) is in the slammer facing charges that he videotaped 22 boys (9 of whom were under the age of 16) as they showered at Immaculata High School. This "plumbing inspection" occurred over a three year period, starting in 2008. Perhaps Patrick is just a plumber wanna-be or is understandably obsessed with faucets, shower heads, and floor drains. We recommend that Mr. Lott seek career counseling or professional help from PA (Plumbers Anonymous).<br /> <br /> STORY: <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/12/28/patrick-lott-videotape-boys-showering_n_1173426.html">Patrick Lott, Middle School Principal, Arrested For Allegedly Recording Boys Showering</a>

Former High School Principal Pleads Not Guilty to Molestation

Former high school principal and volleyball coach pleaded not guilty to molesting four teen girls. These girls played on the volleyball team he coached.

He attempted to leave the US to go to the Philippines, but LA detectives caught him just in time and arrested him a Los Angeles International Office before he left. He faces maximum 8 years in prison if found guilty.

Story: http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/lanow/2010/06/former-high-school-principal-pleads-no-contest-to-molesting-several-female-students.html

Former high school principal and volleyball coach pleaded not guilty to molesting four teen girls. These girls played on the volleyball team he coached. <br /><br />He attempted to leave the US to go to the Philippines, but LA detectives caught him just in time and arrested him a Los Angeles International Office before he left. He faces maximum 8 years in prison if found guilty. <br /><br />Story: <a href="http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/lanow/2010/06/former-high-school-principal-pleads-no-contest-to-molesting-several-female-students.html">http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/lanow/2010/06/former-high-school-principal-pleads-no-contest-to-molesting-several-female-students.html</a>

Virginia principal suspended for fetus dolls

Story: Virginia school principal suspended after employee hands out pro-life fetus dolls to students

Nothing spells sex education better than dead babies! Now every time these third graders think about having sex, they will be forced to look at their life-like fetus dolls and remember the consequences.

<a href="http://assets.nydailynews.com/img/2010/05/29/alg_fetus_doll.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://assets.nydailynews.com/img/2010/05/29/alg_fetus_doll.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 384px; height: 288px;" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Story:</span> <a href="http://www.nydailynews.com/lifestyle/2010/05/28/2010-05-28_virginia_school_principal_suspended_after_employee_hands_out_prolife_fetus_dolls.html">Virginia school principal suspended after employee hands out pro-life fetus dolls to students</a><br /><br /><div style="text-align: justify;">Nothing spells sex education better than dead babies! Now every time these third graders think about having sex, they will be forced to look at their life-like fetus dolls and remember the consequences.<br /></div>

Teacher Accused of Shooting Two Principals

Story: Teacher Accused of Shooting Two Principals

After hearing he wasn't getting his job back next year, this teacher decided to go down in a blaze of glory and start shooting any principal he saw. Unfortunately, it's not 1850 and you can't just jump on your horse and ride out of town scott free. With double attempted homicide charges on your resume, I doubt any other school will be looking to pick up his contract either.

<a href="http://web-ethical.co.uk/uploads/stockImages/darts_lowRes.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://web-ethical.co.uk/uploads/stockImages/darts_lowRes.jpg" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 237px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" /></a><br /><div></div><div><strong>Story:</strong> <a href="http://www.11alive.com/news/national/story.aspx?storyid=140701&catid=166">Teacher Accused of Shooting Two Principals</a> </div><br /><div></div><div align="justify">After hearing he wasn't getting his job back next year, this teacher decided to go down in a blaze of glory and start shooting any principal he saw. Unfortunately, it's not 1850 and you can't just jump on your horse and ride out of town scott free. With double attempted homicide charges on your resume, I doubt any other school will be looking to pick up his contract either.</div>

'Joke' letter from principal sent to parents

Story: 'Joke' letter from principal sent to parents

What do you get if you mix the satire of Jonathan Swift with a heartless Principal? A letter was drafted that basically criticizes under-achieving students, children with allergies, lazy parents, and just about any other sensitive subject schools may be faced with. [See letter here] Then, in some oversight or glitch, the press-release-like note went out to all the moms and dads in the school. You can see why a couple of nerves may have been struck. I guess all it takes to be principal in this school is complete lack of compassion for the families who attend.

<a href="http://www.enasco.com/prod/images/products/DD/AC009985l.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://www.enasco.com/prod/images/products/DD/AC009985l.jpg" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 259px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 247px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" /></a><strong>Story:</strong> <a href="http://www.myfoxphoenix.com/dpp/news/education/principal-joke-letter-2-2-2010">'Joke' letter from principal sent to parents</a><br /><div></div><br /><div align="justify"><em>What do you get if you mix the satire of Jonathan Swift with a heartless Principal?</em> A letter was drafted that basically criticizes under-achieving students, children with allergies, lazy parents, and just about any other sensitive subject schools may be faced with. [<a href="http://www.azcentral.com/kpnx/pdf/litchfield-letter.pdf">See letter here</a>] Then, in some oversight or glitch, the press-release-like note went out to all the moms and dads in the school. You can see why a couple of nerves may have been struck. I guess all it takes to be principal in this school is complete lack of compassion for the families who attend.</div>

Principal slashed at Calif. Catholic high school

Story: Principal slashed at Calif. Catholic high school

Maybe this is why so many schools are afraid to confront children with behavior problems. I guess it's easier to suspend someone than risk getting involved in a good old fashioned knife fight.

<a href="http://baroqueinhackney.files.wordpress.com/2009/10/zorro.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://baroqueinhackney.files.wordpress.com/2009/10/zorro.jpg" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 220px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 214px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" /></a><strong>Story:</strong> <a href="http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/01/15/AR2010011502895.html">Principal slashed at Calif. Catholic high school</a><br /><br /><div align="justify">Maybe this is why so many schools are afraid to confront children with behavior problems. I guess it's easier to suspend someone than risk getting involved in a good old fashioned knife fight.</div>

Queens Principal Accused of Seeking Sex From Students

Story: Queens Principal Accused of Seeking Sex From Students

Of all the things a principal should "seek" from students, you would hope that blow jobs never make that list. The education system sure has a knack for exposing pedophiles and allowing them to shine their true colors.

<a href="http://images6.cafepress.com/product/192816556v5_225x225_Front.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://images6.cafepress.com/product/192816556v5_225x225_Front.jpg" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 225px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 225px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" /></a><br /><div></div><div><strong>Story:</strong> <a href="http://cityroom.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/01/06/queens-principal-accused-of-inappropriate-behavior/#comment-595125">Queens Principal Accused of Seeking Sex From Students</a></div><br /><div></div><div align="justify">Of all the things a principal should "seek" from students, you would hope that blow jobs never make that list. The education system sure has a knack for exposing pedophiles and allowing them to shine their true colors.</div>

Principal hits student with SUV on way to school

Story: Bucks principal's SUV injures youth on way to school

It was an accident, but we couldn't help to note the irony.

<a href="http://www.publicalertsystem8.com/htm/images/School%20Crossing.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://www.publicalertsystem8.com/htm/images/School%20Crossing.jpg" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" /></a><strong>Story:</strong> <a href="http://www.philly.com/philly/news/local/80682852.html">Bucks principal's SUV injures youth on way to school</a><br /><div align="justify"> </div><div align="justify">It was an accident, but we couldn't help to note the irony.<br /></div>

School lets parent shoot BB gun in gym

Story: Balloons, BB gun, school gym: In hindsight, an 'unwise' call

If a student whispers the word 'gun,' he/she will get suspended or expelled. This school allowed a sharp-shooting parent to come into their gym and pick off helium balloons as if it were a game of Duckhunt. Maybe this principal should have done some minimal research to learn that balloons will eventually deflate and come down on their own?! In other words, the school felt that helium balloons were a worse threat than a loaded gun. Awesome.

<a href="http://f00.inventorspot.com/images/REDR.img_assist_custom.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://f00.inventorspot.com/images/REDR.img_assist_custom.jpg" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 239px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 279px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" /></a><strong>Story:</strong> <a href="http://www.startribune.com/local/south/79870157.html">Balloons, BB gun, school gym: In hindsight, an 'unwise' call</a><br /><div></div><br /><div align="justify">If a student whispers the word 'gun,' he/she will get suspended or expelled. This school allowed a sharp-shooting parent to come into their gym and pick off helium balloons as if it were a game of Duckhunt. Maybe this principal should have done some minimal research to learn that balloons will eventually deflate and come down on their own?! In other words, the school felt that helium balloons were a worse threat than a loaded gun. Awesome.</div>

Principal accused of raping, molesting 11-year old girl

Story: Elementary principal in Polk accused of raping, molesting girl

If you are looking for a reason to lose sleep tonight, consider these facts: This man is an elementary school principal. He has been touching a girl inappropriately since she was in kindergarten. Every day of work for him is another opportunity to build a relationship with young girls. I wonder how many of them he introduced the game "I'll show you mine if you show me yours."

<a href="http://schlissellaw.files.wordpress.com/2009/01/handcuffs.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://schlissellaw.files.wordpress.com/2009/01/handcuffs.jpg" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 267px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 244px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" /></a><strong>Story:</strong> <a href="http://www2.tbo.com/content/2009/dec/17/171251/lakeland-elementary-school-principal-accused-rapin/">Elementary principal in Polk accused of raping, molesting girl</a><br /><div></div><br /><div align="justify">If you are looking for a reason to lose sleep tonight, consider these facts: This man is an elementary school principal. He has been touching a girl inappropriately since she was in kindergarten. Every day of work for him is another opportunity to build a relationship with young girls. I wonder how many of them he introduced the game "I'll show you mine if you show me yours."</div>

Indiana Principal Arrested for Drunk Driving...While Wearing Dress

Story: Indiana Principal on Leave After He Allegedly Drove Drunk Wearing Dress

After getting arrested for a DUI and having your mugshot taken with a pink dress and high heels (they made him take the wig off), I honestly don't know if you're ever gonna be able to regain the respect of your students or parents. Is it too late to retire and get a gig at the 801 Cabaret Club in Key West?

<a href="http://www.gamerevolution.com/images/misc/Image/man_dress.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://www.gamerevolution.com/images/misc/Image/man_dress.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 261px; height: 394px;" /></a><span style="font-weight: bold;">Story:</span> <a href="http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,574767,00.html?test=latestnews">Indiana Principal on Leave After He Allegedly Drove Drunk Wearing Dress</a><br /><br /><div style="text-align: justify;">After getting arrested for a DUI and having your mugshot taken with a pink dress and high heels (they made him take the wig off), I honestly don't know if you're ever gonna be able to regain the respect of your students or parents. Is it too late to retire and get a gig at the 801 Cabaret Club in Key West?<br /></div>

Video Of "Choking Game" Alarms Administrators At Conard High School

Story: Video Of "Choking Game" Alarms Administrators At Conard High School

The game "Blackout" has been around forever. But now that kids have cell phones to videotape all the bad things they do, it's time to freak out. The game is played by bending over and hyperventilating until you pass out and fall over. Other than the close to 100 children who have died from playing it over the last ten years, everyone else seems to love it. However, the school principal is raining on their parade by ratting them out to parents. How else are kids gonna learn than by having near-death experiences?

<a href="http://www.drinkstuff.com/productimg/17547_large.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://www.drinkstuff.com/productimg/17547_large.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 263px; height: 263px;" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Story:</span> <a href="http://www.courant.com/community/hartford/hc-west-hartford-choke-1027.artoct26,0,1646624.story">Video Of "Choking Game" Alarms Administrators At Conard High School</a><br /><br /><div style="text-align: justify;">The game "Blackout" has been around forever. But now that kids have cell phones to videotape all the bad things they do, it's time to freak out. The game is played by bending over and hyperventilating until you pass out and fall over. Other than the close to 100 children who have died from playing it over the last ten years, everyone else seems to love it. However, the school principal is raining on their parade by ratting them out to parents. How else are kids gonna learn than by having near-death experiences?<br /></div>

Elmhurst Assistant Principal On Leave For Choking Accusations

Story: Elmhurst Assistant Principal On Leave For Choking Accusations

Why solve problems with words when God gave you two good hands to use?

<a href="http://www.pacersdigest.com/images/smilies/choke.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://www.pacersdigest.com/images/smilies/choke.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 283px; height: 250px;" /></a><span style="font-weight: bold;">Story:</span> <a href="http://www.indianasnewscenter.com/news/local/64280857.html">Elmhurst Assistant Principal On Leave For Choking Accusations</a><br /><br /><div style="text-align: justify;">Why solve problems with words when God gave you two good hands to use?<br /></div>

Principal retired after showing sex tape of students

Story: Male HS principal retired after showing sex tape of students

Some people plan their retirement around a 401K. In the case of this principal, it coincidentally came around the same time that accusations arose about him showing up to a work function drunk then proceeded to show a video tape of students having sex. It's weird how coincidences happen, huh?

<a href="http://i.ehow.com/images/GlobalPhoto/Articles/2171859/RetirementLane-main_Full.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://i.ehow.com/images/GlobalPhoto/Articles/2171859/RetirementLane-main_Full.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 336px; height: 277px;" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Story:</span> <a href="http://www.courier-journal.com/article/20091008/NEWS0105/910080328/Male+HS+principal+retired+after+showing+sex+tape+of+students">Male HS principal retired after showing sex tape of students</a><br /><br /><div style="text-align: justify;">Some people plan their retirement around a 401K. In the case of this principal, it coincidentally came around the same time that accusations arose about him showing up to a work function drunk then proceeded to show a video tape of students having sex. It's weird how coincidences happen, huh?<br /></div>

Daytona principal charged with DUI

Story: Daytona principal charged with DUI

What does a principal do after crashing his car on a Monday night, then gets arrested for driving under the influence, careless driving, and resisting arrest? He takes a day off then goes back to work on Wednesday. Making $85,000/year, you gotta wonder how bad his job actually is if he needs to get that hammered on a school night! Talk about a bad case of the Monday's.

<a href="http://www.gwinnettlawfirm.com/images/dui_photo.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://www.gwinnettlawfirm.com/images/dui_photo.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 299px; height: 239px;" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Story</span>: <a href="http://www.news-journalonline.com/NewsJournalOnline/News/EastVolusia/evlEAST03091009.htm"><span class="centerpage"><span id="rssheadline" class="headline">Daytona principal charged with DUI</span></span></a><br /><br /><div style="text-align: justify;">What does a principal do after crashing his car on a Monday night, then gets arrested for driving under the influence, careless driving, and resisting arrest? He takes a day off then goes back to work on Wednesday. Making $85,000/year, you gotta wonder how bad his job <span style="font-style: italic;">actually </span>is if he needs to get that hammered on a school night! Talk about a bad case of the Monday's.<br /></div>

Church and State: Schools Divided

Story 1: Texas public schools required to teach Bible this year

VERSUS

Story 2: Florida Principal, Athletic Director Could Go to Jail for Prayer Before Lunch at School

Here's a chance to examine the spectrum we are facing with religion in schools. In one corner, Texas schools will be teaching the Bible just like they teach The Great Gatsby or Hamlet. And in Florida, a couple of educators not only have their careers at risk, but could face jail time for praying before a meal at a school event. Last I checked, our country is loaded with churches that are more than willing to teach the word of the Lord free of cost. And I can't think of many job/college applications that require a background in the Old Testament. So regardless of any freedom of speech arguments, it really seems like there is no practical reason to invite religion into a classoom.

<a href="http://www.stlawrenceparish.org/images/pastor.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://www.stlawrenceparish.org/images/pastor.jpg" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 296px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 201px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" /></a><strong>Story 1:</strong> <a href="http://www.kltv.com/global/story.asp?s=10933571">Texas public schools required to teach Bible this year</a><br /><div></div><br /><div align="center"><span style="color:#ff0000;"><strong><em>VERSUS</em></strong></span></div><br /><div></div><div><strong>Story 2:</strong> <a href="http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,539741,00.html?test=latestnews">Florida Principal, Athletic Director Could Go to Jail for Prayer Before Lunch at School</a></div><div></div><div align="justify">Here's a chance to examine the spectrum we are facing with religion in schools. In one corner, Texas schools will be teaching the Bible just like they teach <em>The Great Gatsby</em> or <em>Hamlet</em>. And in Florida, a couple of educators not only have their careers at risk, but could face jail time for praying before a meal at a school event. Last I checked, our country is loaded with churches that are more than willing to teach the word of the Lord free of cost. And I can't think of many job/college applications that require a background in the Old Testament. So regardless of any freedom of speech arguments, it really seems like there is no practical reason to invite religion into a classoom.</div>

Principal allegedly engaged in 'immoral conduct'

Story: Principal allegedly engaged in 'immoral conduct'

The line outside this principal's office is a little longer than most. That's because she is not inside of it. She is in a hotel room banging the dad of one of her students. It took a gun threat to catch her red-handed, but now the staff knows why she was never at school. Ahh, priorities.

<a href="http://www.tmonews.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/back_soon1.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://www.tmonews.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/back_soon1.jpg" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 286px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 253px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" /></a><br /><div></div><div><strong>Story:</strong> <a href="http://www.azcentral.com/12news/news/articles/2009/08/11/20090811maricopaprincipal0811-CP.html">Principal allegedly engaged in 'immoral conduct'</a></div><br /><div></div><div align="justify">The line outside this principal's office is a little longer than most. That's because she is not inside of it. She is in a hotel room banging the dad of one of her students. It took a gun threat to catch her red-handed, but now the staff knows why she was never at school. Ahh, priorities.</div>

Principal suspended for having student to unclog toilet by hand

Story: Punishment lessened for principal who told student to unclog toilet by hand

He was originally fired, but after reassessing the damage, it was shortened to a 15-day suspension. I guess it falls within reasonable discipline to have a 6-year old shove his bare hand in a dirty toilet. To put this in perspective, the incident happened in December- which happens to be just four months into the young kindergarteners school year. I suppose in this principals eyes that is enough time to reach complete maturity.

<a href="http://media.rd.com/rd/images/rdc/family-handyman/2000/04/fix-a-clogged-toilet-03-ss.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://media.rd.com/rd/images/rdc/family-handyman/2000/04/fix-a-clogged-toilet-03-ss.jpg" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 257px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 228px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" /></a><br /><div></div><div><strong>Story:</strong> <a href="http://www.startribune.com/local/south/53049037.html?elr=KArksLckD8EQDUoaEyqyP4O:DW3ckUiD3aPc:_Yyc:aUUT">Punishment lessened for principal who told student to unclog toilet by hand</a></div><br /><div></div><div align="justify">He was originally fired, but after reassessing the damage, it was shortened to a 15-day suspension. I guess it falls within reasonable discipline to have a 6-year old shove his bare hand in a dirty toilet. To put this in perspective, the incident happened in December- which happens to be just four months into the young kindergarteners school year. I suppose in this principals eyes that is enough time to reach complete maturity.</div>

Pearl River principal accused of sex jokes

Story: Pearl River principal accused of sex jokes

I am almost certain that the state of New York has its workplace sexual harassment policies in tact. It's just unfortunate that not all education professionals brushed up on these before they were appointed to principal. But hey, there's always open mic night.

<a href="http://www.cowboybill.com/stool%20and%20mic%20stand.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://www.cowboybill.com/stool%20and%20mic%20stand.jpg" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 334px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 214px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" /></a><br /><div></div><div><strong>Story:</strong> <a href="http://www.lohud.com/article/2009908040372">Pearl River principal accused of sex jokes</a></div><div> </div><div align="justify">I am almost certain that the state of New York has its workplace sexual harassment policies in tact. It's just unfortunate that not all education professionals brushed up on these before they were appointed to principal. But hey, there's always open mic night.</div>

Administrator at Tampa's King High 'popped' students' toes for poor grades

Story: Administrator at Tampa's King High 'popped' students' toes for poor grades

We will let our readers be the judge on this one. To sum it up, when a (high school) students' grades started to slip, he would bring the boy to his office, close the door, make them remove their shoes and socks, then proceed to squeeze their toes. His response:

"It was one of those playful things, just playing around with the kids so they felt more comfortable."

So...is this an appropriate form of discipline? Or is this a case of- This little piggy crying wee wee wee all the way the children's services to report a case of a creepy pedophile with a foot fetish?

<a href="http://www.ageconcerneastcheshire.org.uk/uploads/images/Feet.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://www.ageconcerneastcheshire.org.uk/uploads/images/Feet.jpg" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 313px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 267px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" /></a><br /><div></div><div><strong>Story:</strong> <a href="http://www.tampabay.com/news/education/k12/article1021160.ece">Administrator at Tampa's King High 'popped' students' toes for poor grades</a></div><br /><div></div><div align="justify">We will let our readers be the judge on this one. To sum it up, when a (high school) students' grades started to slip, he would bring the boy to his office, close the door, make them remove their shoes and socks, then proceed to squeeze their toes. His response: </div><br /><div align="justify"></div><div align="justify"><span style="font-size:85%;">"It was one of those playful things, just playing around with the kids so they felt more comfortable."</span> </div><br /><div align="justify"></div><div align="justify">So...is this an appropriate form of discipline? Or is this a case of- This little piggy crying wee wee wee all the way the children's services to report a case of a creepy pedophile with a foot fetish?</div><br /><div></div>