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Question
Should after-school detention be banned?
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No, after-school detention should not be banned

School detention is one of the only tactics teachers have as a disciplinary method, and it acts as an important time occupant for kids who may otherwise misuse their free time. It supplements education and prevents misbehavior, making it an effective punishment.

Supporting arguments · 1

  1. After-school detention simultaneously disciplines and keeps troubled kids occupied
    School detention is intended first and foremost as a disciplinary strategy, but it also helps teachers understand their students better and keep troubled kids under a watchful eye, preventing them from misusing their time.