Staten Island teacher accused of grooming student, 11, is sentenced; won't have to register as sex offender
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Michael Shanley III, a former teacher, has been sentenced to three years probation after pleading guilty to endangering the welfare of an 11-year-old student. Despite the recommendation from a probation officer to register as a sex offender, Shanley will not be required to do so as part of a plea deal. He must undergo a sexual behavior program and adhere to a five-year order of protection that prohibits any communication with the victim or her mother. Shanley's family has deep roots in the Staten Island community, previously connected to Staten Island Academy.
Michael Shanley III, a former teacher, was sentenced to three years probation after pleading guilty to endangering the welfare of an 11-year-old student, but will not register as a sex offender.
Judge Raja Rajeswari imposed a five-year order of protection for the victim and her mother, prohibiting any communication between the defendant and them.
The defendant's plea deal included undergoing a sexual behavior program, as prosecutors did not oppose maintaining the terms that left out sex offender registration.
Shanley's case reflects deep community ties, with a family history rooted in education at Staten Island Academy where he was previously employed.
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