That I can understand. You have a far wider divergence of race, cultures, and just about everything else than what we have back here. We're probably 90%+ common background here. Here if a kid gets in trouble he'll probably get it worse when he gets home than what he ever though about getting it at school. Our teachers call the kids folks, and even grandparents to let them know if they're acting up. Like Clovis we've got a good athletic program and plenty to keep the kids busy. Nothing like hauling hay to put them to bed early so they're not out prowling the countryside.
Suffice it to say that each community is different and what works for one may not work for another.
So how many days detention do you think Maria will get?
