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It's teachers like this that make kids hate school. Why did she find it necessary to try to intimidate you?

I don't think walking the fence is a big deal. That said, the time is too long for his age. Also, I would tend to think this would have the opposite of the effect she wanted because it rewards the child with attention in case that was what he was seeking. Also it sets the child up to be considered by himself and others as a trouble maker, with the usual "self-fulfilling" implications. And I also agree that waiting for recess is not effective at this age. However, I don't feel this will harm your child. If the teacher wants to do something that will NOT improve her class discipline, it is probably appropriate to give your view on it, but really it's her problem in my opinion. I don't feel the child will be harmed.

When I was in KG, my teacher used a ping-pong paddle on kids' butts when they got a little out of hand, as in, crying in frustration because they couldn't sound out the words. I was pretty sure that was a thing of the past, so I was surprised when I saw your post. But walking the fence is really just a different twist on a time out, in my opinion.

I feel this won't be the last time you see discipline you don't agree with at school. You will be hard-pressed to find a teacher who has the same discipline style as you, and that's not necessarily a bad thing, as it's good for kids to experience different styles, provided no abuse occurs.

That said, I don't think you "have" to sign, and personally I wouldn't just because of her bad attitude.