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Principal Faces 8 Charges at KIPP School | New York City News
KIPP Washington Heights Middle School’s principal, Eric Cato, faces eight criminal charges including sexual contact with two students and endangerment of three others—allegations that began last October. A 13-year-old student bravely came forward after being groomed, prompting her mother, Daniris Rodriguez, to demand justice and accountability. This isn’t the first time KIPP NYC has faced such scandals; in 2022, a teacher was fired and the then-principal lost his job over mishandled allegations. KIPP NYC calls the new claims “deeply alarming” and confirms Cato is no longer employed there…
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