ALVORD, Texas (CBSDFW.COM/CNN) — The Alvord Elementary School principal gives “birthday spankings” to students. At least she used to.
She calls it a tradition she started eight years ago.
Some parents complained and called it inappropriate. Other parents rushed to her defense.
Principal Bridget Williams sent this letter to parents on April 25 after the district confirmed two parents complained about the birthday spankings.
In the letter, Williams explains that students are called to the office on their birthday and given the option of a spanking, a hug, or a high five. She writes “In eight years at Alvord Elementary I’ve only had five or less students request something other than a birthday swat.”
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