-Verbal reprimand: The teacher would scold the child, tell them why they were wrong, and warn them that they would be punished if they continued to misbehave.
-Corporal punishment: This was a common form of punishment in pioneer schools. Teachers would use straps, switches, or paddles to hit children on the hands, legs, or buttocks.
-Solitary confinement: The child would be sent to sit in a corner of the classroom or in the hallway, away from the other children.
-Loss of privileges: The child would be denied certain privileges, such as recess or playing with the other children.
The severity of the punishment would depend on the nature of the offense and the child's age and history of misbehavior. Teachers were expected to be strict and maintain discipline in the classroom, as they believed that this was essential to the children's education.