they discussed all this with Poole (i'm SURE they did) and they came up with this outcome "together."

*IF* that's the case, then i see nothing wrong with the "punishment" here because that means Poole didn't want him suspended.

and, as far as correcting his behavior? we don't really know what they are doing behind the scenes (nor would they tell us). maybe as part of this he has to get counseling, etc. who knows?

i get what you're saying...this seems light. but, if all parties are comfortable with this then who are we to say if it's enough.