The only game I am familiar with is the Indian Shoe Stealing, which is more of a fun tradition at the wedding ceremonies. I think it is more like getting together at the wedding party. Plus, there could be a payment put out for the return of the shoes.
Not sure what was going on with Frammond, but. perhaps one of the parents complained to the principal and he was reprimanded. That would cause the man discomfort.
Did you make sure the little Miss had her shoes when she got back?
She was entirely shoe intact.
Apparently there are a group of them that do it but it's all fun. You might be right though, perhaps someone has said something and it's gone a bit far. Poor wee dude!