i disagree, that kid was huge. i've seen some 3rd graders fck up teachers. true, these were cops, but the kid had a weapon, they had been there 2 times before for his violent outbursts...
it was that or take him down physically, break a few ribs, and get sued. A 110 pound crazy ass 8 year old can hurt you. low center of gravity, etc. And with a pointy stick! I remember teachers having ribs broken by 8 year olds.
1) pepper spray tops 2) tazer 3) take him down and give him a concussion.