IF you don't remember "The Board of EDUCATION", you are younger than I. This "board" was usually held by the principal just prior to applying it to your backside. Been there, done that, didn't care for it. The secret to the "board" was the holes drilled in, they added to the noise it made as it was swung through the air and yes, they did sting more, or perhaps it was just over active imagination, regardless of WHAT was, nobody in their right mind wanted a repeat performance. Depending on the offense, the quantity of whacks were decided. Those days are past and we all have our own viewpoints about them. Personally, I think the LACK of discipline has cost us dearly. Be that as it may, the "BOARD" can make a great gift for your favorite teacher, parent, or a reminder to unruly grandkids. The intimidation factor works wonders.
It doesn't have to be anything fancy and is pretty much an open design in the fact that you can build it to suit your taste. I had a left over board of cherry that had some pitch pockets visible. Still a good board, just not for anything fancy. At 3/8ths thick it was prime time so I quickly drew a paddle shape and cut it out on the bandsaw. I added my drilled holes in a strategic pattern, sanded added the name with a magic marker then finished with tung oil. I am satisfied with the results.
It's simple, easy, and fun, make one and have a blast, be as creative as you like. It is meant to be fun, not to mention it could be the "board" of any number of things. We won't go there.
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