Kanye West’s school Donda Academy closes amid controversy

Kanye West’s Donda Academy in California has announced closure with immediate effect.

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An email to parents said that the Donda Academy would close for the remainder of the 2022-23 school year.

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Principal Jason Angell said the decision came “at the discretion of our founder," according to reports.

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It added that it plans to “begin afresh in September of 2023."

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Kanye West’s school reportedly charges $15,000 a year along with non-disclosure agreements signed by parents.

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With about 100 students, the school was non-accredited and classes included choir and parkour.

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The development follows a backlash against Ye after he made several anti-semitic comments in recent weeks.

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Numerous brands including Adidas have announced their split with the rapper amid the controversy.

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His net worth has reduced to about $4 million after Adidas confirmed its separation from the rapper.

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