Is this one more case of a teacher overstepping their bounds, or just the  open mouth, insert foot, syndrome. You be the judge.

The common practice of saying "God bless you" after someone sneezes is a part of American culture.

But it sparked a controversy at a Bay Area high school this week.

Teacher Steve Cuckovich docked his students' scores after they said "bless you" in the middle of class. He says talking of any kind is disruptive and takes time away from class.

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