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The American Taliban Is Still Very Much Alive and Kicking in Texas.

Texas middle school cheerleaders suffer first and second degree burns after ‘punishment’ from coach.

LUBBOCK, Texas — Thirteen cheerleaders at Evans Middle School in Lubbock, Texas are suffering from first and second-degree burns on their hands after they said their cheer coach made them perform “bear crawls” and “crab walks” on a hot outdoor track as punishment.

The girls were told to do the bear crawls and crab walks for a mile, but most weren’t able to continue after two laps due to the pain, some even got physically sick from it. The girls said the punishment happened on Wednesday afternoon at around 2 p.m. One of the parents went to the track to check the temperature that afternoon and said it was at least 125 degrees.

“We told her our hands are burning, and she said she didn’t care, and she made us go back down on the track,” one of the cheerleaders, who asked to remain anonymous, said.

https://www.yahoo.com/news/texas-middle-school-cheerleaders-suffer-162346107.html

https://www.everythinglubbock.com/video/evans-middle-school-cheerleaders-suffer-first-and-second-degree-burns-after-%e2%80%98punishment%e2%80%99-from-cheer-coach/10124192/
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DavidT8899 · 22-25, M
Assuming that this story is true-and frankly,I have my doubts- exactly what were they being punished for ?
beckyromero · 36-40, FVIP
@DavidT8899

According to the article:

"punished for performing a cheer at a football game that she didn’t want them to do"

Why would you have doubts about the story?

You can read the full statement from Lubbock ISD below.

“Lubbock ISD administration is aware of an incident at Evans Middle School involving a teacher’s disciplinary method that resulted in several students receiving burns on their hands. The teacher directed a group of students to perform “bear crawls” on the outdoor track, which was heated by the day’s high temperatures. This action resulted in multiple students being injured.

We are heartbroken over these events, as the safety and well-being of our students is our top priority. This type of incident does not reflect the standards or values of Lubbock ISD and Evans Middle School. We are addressing this matter with utmost urgency, and are fully committed to investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident. The teacher involved has been placed on administrative leave pending the outcome of this investigation.

We want to express our deep concern and regret for the pain and distress this has caused the students and their families. No child should ever be subjected to harm in a learning environment, and we are fully committed to ensuring that incidents like this do not happen again.

Lubbock ISD has policies in place regarding appropriate disciplinary actions, and any deviation from those standards is thoroughly reviewed. We want to assure our community that we are addressing this issue in accordance with district protocols and applicable laws. Our goal is to maintain a safe, respectful, and supportive environment for all students.”
DavidT8899 · 22-25, M
@beckyromero Like I said,I have my doubts.
beckyromero · 36-40, FVIP
@DavidT8899

Here. I think you dropped this.

DavidT8899 · 22-25, M
@beckyromero Nice picture.My opinion still stands,although I'm not claiming that I know for sure that the story is false.Anythings possible;I just have doubts.
DavidT8899 · 22-25, M
@beckyromero And if it turns out that the story is true,the coach should ,of course,face severe punishment.
beckyromero · 36-40, FVIP
@DavidT8899

Either call that school board with your so-called "doubts" or go troll someplace else.
DavidT8899 · 22-25, M
@beckyromero Considering that I'm allowing for either possiblity,I don't see how I'm a troll,but whatever.
DavidT8899 · 22-25, M
@beckyromero Hey,I confirmed the story.Well,you know those girls are going to become rich after they sue the school.As for the teacher,she gets fired (definitely)and prosecuted and imprisoned (probably).What a terrible thing to do!
DavidT8899 · 22-25, M
@DavidT8899 See?You accused me of being a troll,but here I am admitting the truth about something that I originally doubted!