Wow, as far as pranks go, pretty mild in my book. By Jersey standards it has to be downright weak!
The punishment far exceeds the crime. Anything beyond a formal reprimand and restitution seems overkill.
And sadly, you know what lesson most kids will learn from this? Yeah, do a prank, but don't confess, don't tell the truth, just be sure to get away with it!
Way to go moronic metro-sexual bureaucrats!