my school district has failed to present any of the students in my class with diplomas- at this time it has been over 9 months. (since june). because of their failure, I am unable to attend college. not only is it putting off my life, but since the deadline for scholarships has past, I will be unable to attend for a full year, since they are only available for first semester students. in addition, upon my 19th birthday, I cannot be claimed as a dependent by my dad, since after 19 I can only be claimed as such if I attend college. in summary, a lot of money and potential money is being lost over this. so I need to know how to go about suing the school district responsible- Santa Clara County Office Of Education (SCCOE). I don't have any experience in suing, so if anyone can give me something to go on, even phone number or reference would be great, thanks
2007-03-21 14:44:10 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
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I don't see why the diploma is a problem.
Did you finish and graduate?
If so, just get your transcripts sent to the colleges of your choice.
No one has ever asked to see the diploma -- they want to know the classes and grades.
Edit, after an email exchange: You're missing the point. Since not having the diploma hasn't harmed you, you have no case.
Answer: You can't.
2007-03-21 16:56:44 · answer #1 · answered by tehabwa 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Have your Father invite the parents for a meeting. Also invite the district superintendent. If anyone breathes the word "sue", I think he will get pretty interested in solving the problem. If he doesn't, see a lawyer about a class action suit.
That would mean the whole class sues together. Save all the papers and letters that prove your case.
2007-03-21 21:53:51 · answer #2 · answered by maybelline512 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You do not need the actual diploma to apply to or be accepted to any college, you only need an official transcript saying that you graduated.
2007-03-21 21:50:33 · answer #3 · answered by msi_cord 7 · 4⤊ 0⤋
I wish you wouldnt sue because they are probably in a world of hurt as it is.
Wow. I have never heard of anything like that.
Im sure any lawyer would jump on that.
2007-03-21 21:51:48 · answer #4 · answered by whatwouldyodado2006 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋