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Originally posted by momoftwo
After court, Gendelman's attorney, Dolores Ayala, said she and her client would "respect Judge Kocoras' opinion." Ayala indicated Gendelman would withdraw her suit and sign an agreement with the school district accepting her punishment in exchange for receiving her diploma.
Additionally, Cook County prosecutors last week charged 16 seniors and two parents for their alleged roles in the hazing.
Copyright © 2003, The Associated Press
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In the mean time, Counselor Ayala has added a number of paid hours to her invoice to the student and parents.
Gee, is that cynical of me?
The article clearly answers another question. Yes, local authorities can bring charges. Local prosecutors have charged some of the kids.
Finally, in terms of highly regarded high schools making a difference. I think it's a regional thing. If you go to college reasonably close to home, they will have heard of your school. Same thing when you're looking for the first job. It doesn't hurt to be a graduate of a highly regarded school.
If you're a couple thousand miles away from home, though, it means little or nothing -- unless, of course, you run into someone who came from your hometown/area.