What was the school punishment fifty years ago?

Fifty years ago, school punishment often included corporal punishment, such as spanking or paddling, as a common disciplinary measure for misbehavior. Detention was also frequently used, requiring students to stay after school for additional time. Other methods included verbal reprimands, loss of privileges, or assignments of additional work. The approach to discipline prioritized immediate correction of behavior, often with less emphasis on counseling or restorative practices seen in more contemporary methods.