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Queens Principal Faces Scrutiny Over Misused School Funds

11/2/2025

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Aneesha Jacko, the principal of PS 35 in Queens, is under scrutiny for alleged misuse of school funds.
Whistleblowers allege she spent tens of thousands on books and merchandise from friends, including $10,000 on clothing from Damon Dash's company and $61,000 on books by associates, which critics say violates Department of Education rules.
Officials have not charged Jacko with criminal wrongdoing.

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Story summary

Aneesha Jacko, the principal of PS 35 in Queens, is under scrutiny for alleged misuse of school funds.
Whistleblowers allege she spent tens of thousands on books and merchandise from friends, including $10,000 on clothing from Damon Dash's company and $61,000 on books by associates, which critics say violates Department of Education rules.
Officials have not charged Jacko with criminal wrongdoing.