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The school has officially decided to preserve the paddling program. This outcome confirms that our shared commitment to these traditions carries weight. I appreciate everyone who engaged in this conversation because your involvement allowed us to secure this legacy for the future.

April 29, 2011

Keep paddling at St. Augustine High School

Keep paddling at St. Augustine High School

🏆 Won — 191 supporters Verified

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Started by Anonymous 15 years, 6 months ago
Please sign this petition if you are in favor of keeping paddling at St. Augustine High School. You do not have to be an alum of St. Aug. Thanks! Sincerely, Derrick M.J. Francis [email protected] 210.488.3673 St. Augustine High School c/o 2003

Please visit www.derrickmjfrancis.com

Updates

February 24, 2011

The depth of personal history shared in the recent comments reminds me why we are advocating for this tradition. I have been spending my time researching institutional precedents to better frame our case for the administration. Your contributions provide the clarity needed to show how deeply this practice is woven into the identity of the school.

February 24, 2011

Seeing the steady growth of this movement has been a profound reminder of the deep affection this community holds for our traditions. It is clear that the future of paddling at St. Augustine is not a concern held by a few but a passion shared by many.

Reached 100 supporters

February 24, 2011

6 Comments

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Tasha Preston
15 years ago Featured

Stop being so soft. This school is about excellence and keeping guys on the right path. Keep it.

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Marcus Rhodes
15 years ago Featured

Discipline is the reason why St Aug is successful. Bring back the paddle these kids need to learn respect.

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Greg Henderson
15 years ago Featured

The world is getting way too sensitive. St Aug knows what they are doing

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Kevin Reed
15 years ago Featured

Bring it back. My son needs that extra push sometimes when he acts out.

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Linda Verma
15 years ago Featured

it kept me in line back in the day!! dont change tradition just because some people cry about everything now

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Sarah Stone
15 years ago Featured

Tradition matters. St Aug has been doing it for years and it works.