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Sky News AU
5 days ago
- Sky News AU
NYC principal's ‘illicit' affair with younger teacher exposed by scorned wife after helping lover get tenure: probe
The furious wife of a philandering Staten Island principal blew the whistle on her husband's affair with a younger teacher at his school, where he helped his lover win tenure, The Post has learned. Principal Anthony Cosentino, 43, engaged in a 'consensual sexual relationship' with the married staffer, Jacqueline Sinodinos, 28, the Special Commissioner of Investigation for city schools found in a newly released report accusing him of possibly violating the city's conflict-of-interest rules. The scandal broke up two marriages. Both Cosentino's wife and Sinodinos' husband filed for divorce. After receiving an SCI report on the alleged misconduct in July 2024, the city Department of Education removed Cosentino, 43, from PS 21 in North Shore. But he remained on the DOE payroll making $187,632 despite what SCI Anastasia Coleman called 'an absence of judgment and professionalism.' Coleman recommended 'strong discipline, up to and including termination' of Cosentino. Instead, he may get a new assignment as principal of another school in the borough, sources said. In March 2024, Cosentino's wife – a DOE teacher at another school – filed a complaint with SCI that her husband had carried on an 'illicit sexual relationship' with Sinodinos since June 2023, and given her extra school funds to spend on a Thanksgiving party and other festivities for her class. The DOE had already received a complaint in November 2023 that Cosentino was engaging in an extramarital affair with the teacher and giving her preferential treatment, the SCI says. It's unknown what, if anything, the DOE did about it. SCI received another complaint in February 2024, and launched its own probe. Romantic relationships between co-workers are not forbidden by the city Conflicts of Interest Board unless they involve a financial component, or when 'a superior has the power to affect … a person's employment, including the power to evaluate job performance, assign work, or approve leave requests.' Cosentino finally admitted his extramarital relationship to another DOE administrator, while insisting it involved no special considerations or financial favors. But SCI learned he gave Sinodinos 'highly favorable' reviews and and recommended her for tenure – a permanent job status with due-process rights and protection from firing. Teachers typically come up for tenure after four years. His confession came only after Sinodinos won tenure in January 2024. Another administrator who approved her tenure had 'suspicions of bias' by Cosentino – but found no evidence the teacher didn't deserve it, the SCI reports. Sinodinos made $77,771 in 2024. In other questionable conduct, Sinodinos tried to enroll her son in a 3-K program at PS 21, though the child was zoned for another Staten Island school. It's unclear whether PS 21 accepted him. Meanwhile, Sinodinos' husband filed for divorce in July 2024. Their split was finalized in June, court records show. Cosentino's wife sued for divorce in October. That breakup is pending. The turmoil comes as SCI completed another investigation which, sources said, found Cosentino 'negligent' for failing to adequately supervise the school's purchasing secretary, Michele Cenci, who pleaded guilty to embezzling more than $145,000 from PS 21 coffers over seven years. Sinodinos, described as a friend of Cenci, had pumped Cosentino for information on that probe, the SCI said. Instead of terminating Cosentino, the DOE plans to assign him as principal of PS 3 The Margaret Gioiosa School in Elm Park, sources said. 'These documented failures in judgment and oversight raise a tremendous amount of concerns for the school community We don't understand how this individual could be cleared to run an elementary school or still manage to work under a license that should have been revoked,' an outraged PS 3 parent told The Post. 'Our students, the staff and families deserve a leader that exemplifies integrity and accountability for their actions. P.S. 3 deserves better and our leaders in District 31 should feel the same way.' DOE spokeswoman Chyann Tull said Cosentino 'is not currently assigned to P.S. 3,' where a retiring principal will be replaced. 'We take all allegations of this kind seriously, and always follow established protocols to ensure the safety and well-being of our school communities,' Tull said. Cosentino and Sinodinos did not reply to requests for comments. Both declined to be interviewed by investigators, 'citing their tenured status,' the SCI reported. Originally published as NYC principal's 'illicit' affair with younger teacher exposed by scorned wife after helping lover get tenure: probe
New York Post
5 days ago
- New York Post
NYC principal Anthony Cosentino admits affair with teacher Jacqueline Sinodinos after helping her get tenure: probe
The furious wife of a philandering Staten Island principal blew the whistle on her husband's affair with a younger teacher at his school, where he helped his lover win tenure, The Post has learned. Principal Anthony Cosentino, 43, engaged in a 'consensual sexual relationship' with the married staffer, Jacqueline Sinodinos, 28, the Special Commissioner of Investigation for city schools found in a newly released report accusing him of possibly violating the city's conflict-of-interest rules. The scandal broke up two marriages. Both Cosentino's wife and Sinodinos' husband filed for divorce. 3 Principal Anthony Cosentino's extramarital affair with a younger teacher under his supervision showed 'an absence of judgment and professionalism,' the Special Commissioner of Investigation charged. P.S. 21 Margaret Emery Elm Park / Facebook After receiving an SCI report on the alleged misconduct in July 2024, the city Department of Education removed Cosentino, 43, from PS 21 in North Shore. But he remained on the DOE payroll making $187,632 despite what SCI Anastasia Coleman called 'an absence of judgment and professionalism.' Coleman recommended 'strong discipline, up to and including termination' of Cosentino. Instead, he is may get a new assignment as principal of another school in the borough, sources said. In March 2024, Cosentino's wife – a DOE teacher at another school – filed a complaint with SCI that her husband had carried on an 'illicit sexual relationship' with Sinodinos since June 2023, and given her extra school funds to spend on a Thanksgiving party and other festivities for her class. The DOE had already received a complaint in November 2023 that Cosentino was engaging in an extramarital affair with the teacher and giving her preferential treatment, the SCI says. It's unknown what, if anything, the DOE did about it. SCI received another complaint in February 2024, and launched its own probe. 3 Teacher Jacqueline Sinodinos won tenure while having an affair with Principal Cosentino, who recommended her. Jackie Sinodinos/ Facebook Romantic relationships between co-workers are not forbidden by the city Conflicts of Interest Board unless they involve a financial component, or when 'a superior has the power to affect … a person's employment, including the power to evaluate job performance, assign work, or approve leave requests.' Cosentino finally admitted his extramarital relationship to another DOE administrator, while insisting it involved no special considerations or financial favors. But SCI learned he gave Sinodinos 'highly favorable' reviews and and recommended her for tenure – a permanent job status with due-process rights and protection from firing. Teachers typically come up for tenure after four years. His confession came only after Sinodinos won tenure in January 2024. Another administrator who approved her tenure had 'suspicions of bias' by Cosentino – but found no evidence the teacher didn't deserve it, the SCI reports. Sinodinos made $77,771 in 2024. 3 Instead of facing termination, Cosentino may be transferred to become principal at another Staten Island school. Leonardo Munoz In other questionable conduct, Sinodinos tried to enroll her son in a 3-K program at PS 21, though the child was zoned for another Staten Island school. It's unclear whether PS 21 accepted him. Meanwhile, Sinodinos' husband filed for divorce in July 2024. Their split was finalized in June, court records show. Cosentino's wife sued for divorce in October. That breakup is pending. The turmoil comes as SCI completed another investigation which, sources said, found Cosentino 'negligent' for failing to adequately supervise the school's purchasing secretary, Michele Cenci, who pleaded guilty to embezzling more than $145,000 from PS 21 coffers over seven years. Sinodinos, described as a friend of Cenci, had pumped Cosentino for information on that probe, the SCI said. Instead of terminating Cosentino, the DOE plans to assign him as principal of PS 3 The Margaret Gioiosa School in Elm Park, sources said. 'These documented failures in judgment and oversight raise a tremendous amount of concerns for the school community We don't understand how this individual could be cleared to run an elementary school or still manage to work under a license that should have been revoked,' an outraged PS 3 parent told The Post. 'Our students, the staff and families deserve a leader that exemplifies integrity and accountability for their actions. P.S. 3 deserves better and our leaders in District 31 should feel the same way.' DOE spokeswoman Chyann Tull said Cosentino 'is not currently assigned to P.S. 3,' where a retiring principal will be replaced. 'We take all allegations of this kind seriously, and always follow established protocols to ensure the safety and well-being of our school communities,' Tull said. Cosentino and Sinodinos did not reply to requests for comments. Both declined to be interviewed by investigators, 'citing their tenured status,' the SCI reported.
Hamilton Spectator
31-07-2025
- Business
- Hamilton Spectator
Amazon donates 150 school supply bags to Tony Pontes Public School students
Amazon representatives visited Tony Pontes Public School in Caledon this week to distribute 150 bags of school supplies to students during their first week back to school. Students who attend Tony Pontes Public School follow the Balanced School Year Calendar, which features a shorter summer break than the regular calendar, but more breaks during the rest of the year. Although their learning spans the year, students attending the Balanced Calendar School will receive the same number of instructional days as all Peel students. These students just returned from their July break on Monday, and what better way to kick off returning to school than brand new school supplies. The bags held items such as notebooks, pens, scissors, erasers, sharpeners, pencil cases, highlighters, and more. Amanda Zarifopoulos, General Manager's Assistant with Amazon, shared that Amazon encourages all associates to give back. As a very large company, she said Amazon can truly make an impact through volunteering. They brainstormed a few ideas, and one of them was to donate 500 bags of school supplies. They had a budget to produce 150 bags and applied for a grant to help create and distribute 350 more, which was approved. She said the Balanced School Calendar worked out extremely well for this idea, allowing them to distribute the 150 now and give out 350 in September. Raffalina Cosentino, an area manager with Amazon, said when Zarifopoulos put the idea out, she volunteered right away. Cosentino said she was a member of the parents' association for her daughter's school, and says she knows what a struggle it is to fundraise and make money for things the schools need. 'To actually be here and then see it going to the kids is actually really rewarding,' said Cosentino. 'It's such a great cause.' Zarifopoulos shared she also used to volunteer at her kids' school, and said knowing how the kids will respond is a great feeling. '[Amazon is] a great company in terms of what they want us to do, and by giving back, the message that they send to the associates, people that work there, is a really positive one of getting out there and giving back to the community, which is what we're trying to do,' said Zarifopoulos. Anthony Barron, General Manager working out of an Amazon facility in Calgary, said the event was 'tremendously humbling.' 'We often think about giving back and doing these volunteer or donation events, and you don't always get to see the end result of it all. Walking into the room and seeing the faculty and all the students, along with the overall appreciation, was truly remarkable. It just shows what the impact we can have,' says Barron. 'We often say we ship boxes, but we do so much more in our communities that I think when we bring that to the forefront, it shows the impact it has. Especially this young group of students, having supplies to be able to start their day. This shows that we can empower them to continue to learn and really succeed in this next year of school.' In the future, Barron said, they hope to look at branching out from just back to school and looking at the whole calendar year. 'From my view, it's a chance for us not only to partner with one school within the community and see if there's ways to give back in numerous ways, meeting so many great people today, it's also a great chance to see where we can do more. I think for me, it's a good step forward to having a foot in the door to be able to expand this partnership further.' Principal Mohan Mathews led the students in saying thank you to Amazon. He spoke on the importance of the words 'thank you' and 'volunteer', and what it truly means to give back and the meaning of kindness. Stan Cameron, Trustee for Caledon Peel District School Board, said the principal's focus for Tony Pontes Public School is kindness. 'What we're about to experience in the receiving end of kindness is what our Amazon friends are bringing us today,' said Cameron. He helped organize the event and shared, 'before they knew it,' the act of gift-giving had been arranged. Grade Two and Three classes created individual thank-you messages, each colourfully written on a Bristol board and read aloud by the students. Students were then able to line up and collect their bags from the 'Thank you Amazon' table that students from Tony Pontes Public School had put together. They then filed out of the gym, eager to start their new school season with brand new supplies. Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
Ottawa Citizen
25-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- Ottawa Citizen
The world is changing, and so is home decor
Article content Wondering where interior design and décor may be headed in the next few years? A new study from Cosentino offers some intriguing theories. Article content The Spanish-based manufacturer of engineered stone surfaces recently released Shaping Tomorrow, a report on architecture and design trends. Based in part on a survey of 184 architects, interior designers and industrial designers from around the world, the report groups trends into five themes: Origin, Solace, Nature, Urban and Wonder. Article content Article content 'Origin' predicts increasing interest in local materials and approaches, as opposed to a universal esthetic that makes it hard to distinguish an Osaka penthouse from an Ottawa century home. The study's authors trace this interest in hyperlocal design back to the pandemic, when it was suddenly expensive or impossible to buy materials and fixtures from afar. Article content Apply it: Sandstone, limestone and copper are used in many of Ottawa's landmark buildings, including the Parliament Buildings and the Fairmont Chateau Laurier. And pine was the source of many a local lumber baron's wealth in the city's early years. Incorporating these materials into your home is one way to make your design hyperlocal. Article content Article content Solace Article content 'Solace' refers to designing spaces to meet emotional needs, not just practical or esthetic ones. That might mean creating a contemporary bathroom that's also soothing or a compact home office that also makes you feel inspired. Article content That approach resonates with Toronto interior designer Olivia Bailey. 'I don't design spaces just for the look and function. I'm trying to create a home,' she says. Article content Mood-boosting colours and textured materials play a role in this theme, but the Cosentino study's authors note that not everyone will have the same response to the same hues and fabrics. As one designer interviewed for the study observed, 'A lot of people say too much colour makes them nervous.'
Straits Times
18-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- Straits Times
The Chic Home: Senior-friendly penthouse unit in Telok Kurau
Find out what's new on ST website and app. The owner of this home has four adult children who offered plenty of input for the redesign of their mother's apartment. SINGAPORE – What started as a simple swop of a bathtub for a more accessible shower quickly evolved into a top-to-bottom transformation of a senior citizen's apartment. The penthouse condominium unit was overhauled in a $190,000 renovation helmed by interior designer Don Wong, founder of local firm Sqm2. Home owner Mrs Young – who is in her 70s and lives alone, and did not give her full name – has four adult children who offered plenty of input for the redesign of their mother's apartment. Every decision was made with her lifestyle in mind, from her love of cooking to drinks with her friends. Central to the home is the living room, anchored by a recliner sofa that is perfect for evenings spent watching TV or relaxing with family. To enhance spatial flow, the wooden panels flanking the room were replaced with checkered-glass sliding doors that let light through without sacrificing privacy. The recliner sofa is perfect for evenings spent watching TV or relaxing with family. PHOTO: WONG WEILIANG A console table serves as a drop-off spot for keys and other everyday items, as well as a nook to hide extra seating. 'When the sliding doors are open, you really see the depth of the apartment – it looks bigger,' says Mr Richard Young, the owner's son. For the master bedroom, Mr Wong removed the wall between the master and guest bedrooms to create a larger space with a walk-in wardrobe. The adjustable bed has a curved and padded custom headboard. PHOTO: WONG WEILIANG The former guest bedroom now serves as an extra sitting room. Taking pride of place in the enlarged master bedroom is an adjustable Tempur bed with a curved and padded custom headboard. In the adjoining bathroom, a walk-in shower with slip-resistant flooring replaces the former tub. Sliding doors ensure unimpeded movement, especially if mobility aids are ever needed. To give the bathroom a hotel-like feel, designer Don Wong sourced a single-slab countertop from Spanish brand Cosentino and paired it with wooden cabinetry. PHOTO: WONG WEILIANG To give the bathroom a hotel-like feel, Mr Wong sourced the single-slab countertop from Spanish brand Cosentino and paired it with wooden cabinetry. Although it was not cheap – the bedrooms and bathrooms alone cost over $60,000 – the owner's children felt the luxurious touches were worth it. Having space for family meals was key, as Mrs Young loves to cook. To host more people, the dining area features a custom-made settee upholstered in dusty blue, its L shape helping to maximise space. The dining area features a custom-made L-shaped settee upholstered in dusty blue. PHOTO: WONG WEILIANG Beneath the settee is hidden storage where Mrs Young can put away items that are less frequently used. Above the dining table, a soft pendant light adds to the elegant yet intimate ambience. The palette, featuring warm neutrals and earthy tones offset by pops of sienna and dusty blue, creates a luxurious and modern feel. To add texture, Mr Wong used natural wood grain laminates and a limewash effect for some of the walls. Styled by Singapore interior designer Arete Culture, the rooftop space resembles an upscale restaurant. There is a bar and enough seating for at least 20 people. Bright hues and deliberately mismatched chairs create a vibrant atmosphere that encourages mingling and conversation. 'She's a sprightly elderly lady, loves to cook, loves to entertain,' says Mr Young of his mother. 'This home lets her do all of that.'
