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Mother Demands Accountability After Son's Broken Arm from Paddling

3/7/2025

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Georgett McCarty is furious after her third-grade son at The New William J. Berry Elementary School in Heidelberg suffered a broken arm due to corporal punishment. Although she had consented to paddling, the staff member's actions resulted in injury. Despite her report to school officials, no investigation has been initiated, leaving her seeking answers and accountability.

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Story summary

Georgett McCarty is furious after her third-grade son at The New William J. Berry Elementary School in Heidelberg suffered a broken arm due to corporal punishment. Although she had consented to paddling, the staff member's actions resulted in injury. Despite her report to school officials, no investigation has been initiated, leaving her seeking answers and accountability.