Dayton, Texas
Down in Dayton, Texas, a middle school principal went all swing-happy with a paddle, causing severe injuries to a child.
Dalton Day, a 6th grader at Nottingham Middle School in Dayton was treated for a dislocated tailbone and severe bruising. Dalton Day's parents said his injuries are the result of being hit with a paddle at school.
"I'm devastated," said Lisa Day, the boy's mother. "He pulled his pants down and what I saw was the paddle board across his bottom."
Photographs clearly reveal the outline of the paddle, along with severe bruising. There was even blood involved. Upon further medical evaluation, x-rays reveal that the boy’s tail bone was dislocated.
The mother gave permission for the paddling to the principal, after receiving a call about her son misbehaving in class. However, Day says she never expected this type of excessive abuse.
According to the victim, as he looked back before the paddling, the principal was standing in a baseball stance and swung with both hands.
The paddle used in the abuse was made out of wood, about an inch think and 18 inches long. It was allegedly wrapped in blue electrical tape.
The family filed a report with the Harris County Precinct 3 Constable's Office because they provide security for the school. The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services is also investigating.
The Dayton ISD issued the following statement:
"Dayton ISD is doing an investigation into a parent's report about their 6th grade student receiving corporal punishment at school. They allege that the pops were excessive in nature and that their child was injured. As soon as the investigation is complete, more information will be available."
According to the school's website, the principal is Jeff Nations.
Nottingham Middle School - Grade 6 Principal: Jeff Nations 302 South Cleveland Dayton, TX 77535 Phone: 936.257.4100 Fax:936.257.4110
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