New York City is paying $192,374 to Caleb Haraguchi-Combs, the project director for a now-canceled high school called Next Generation Technology High School. The school was intended to focus on artificial intelligence but was scrapped in April due to concerns about its merit-based admissions policy. Haraguchi-Combs continues to receive his salary despite the school's cancellation, prompting criticism regarding the use of taxpayer money. He also has a music career under the name Cal Combs.
Key facts
- Caleb Haraguchi-Combs earns $192,374 as project director.
- The proposed school was canceled in April 2026.
- Concerns over merit-based admissions led to the school's cancellation.
- Haraguchi-Combs previously served as vice principal at a high school.
- He also has a music career under the name Cal Combs.
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