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Audit Uncovers Diploma Fraud Tying California and China

3/24/2026

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The Val Verde Unified School District audit reveals diploma fraud involving students in China, including unauthorized diplomas at Pegasus California School in Qingdao.
The audit was commissioned by Riverside County Superintendent Dr. Edwin Gomez to investigate academic integrity violations and potential financial misconduct.
Sheriff Chad Bianco criticized the situation as harming California students.
Val Verde Unified School District will comply with the audit process.

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The Val Verde Unified School District audit reveals diploma fraud involving students in China, including unauthorized diplomas at Pegasus California School in Qingdao.
The audit was commissioned by Riverside County Superintendent Dr. Edwin Gomez to investigate academic integrity violations and potential financial misconduct.
Sheriff Chad Bianco criticized the situation as harming California students.
Val Verde Unified School District will comply with the audit process.