5 Things Schools Did Back in the Olden Times That Wouldn’t Fly Today

The world has changed over the last few decades; there is no doubt about that. As a result, many things that used to be okay are no longer acceptable.

However, when it comes to things that schools did back in the day, several things would never fly today, according to a popular internet forum.

Things Schools Did Back in the Olden Times That Wouldn’t Fly Today

Most people will agree that corporal punishment no longer being allowed at schools is a good thing. But, unfortunately, it wasn’t just the Catholic Schools that would hit unruly children; public ones also did.

1. Paddling Students

This deadly habit was a lot more common before we knew just how serious the risks were. Not only was the teachers’ lounge filled with smoke, but there were also designated areas for students.

2. Designated Smoking Areas

Making weapons in shop class sounds like a brilliant idea, doesn’t it? In shop class, students used to build their own crossbows.

3. Making Crossbows in Shop Class

Superlatives are a fun way to close out the year, but voting for who has the best body or backside is a bit extreme. Several commenters recall that not only were these some of the things they would vote on, but the yearbook would include photos of said bodies and booties.

4. Voting for “Best Body.”

Students might not have made their own guns but were taught how to use them in gym class when studying marksmanship. On top of that, many claim that there were multiple honor system gun racks and hunting clothing racks in the front office during hunting season.

5. Marksmanship in Gym Class

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