California denounces 'illegal' assertions made by Chinese school highlighted in Business Insider article

Investigation into Pegasus California School: The Pegasus California School, a private high school in China, is under federal investigation for alleged ties to the California education department, with claims of fraud and misappropriation of funds.

State's Response: California's education department has denied any connection or endorsement of the school, asserting that it does not approve or support Pegasus California School's operations.

Accreditation Issues: The school has failed to receive accreditation from the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, which is necessary for California students to gain admission to UC schools.

Allegations of Misuse: Recent audits revealed potential conflicts of interest and misuse of state funds involving former state officials who had close ties to the school's founder, raising concerns about ethical practices within the institution.