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Preschool Director Accused of Embezzling $2.8M for WWE Trips
Murielle Misczak allegedly siphoned tuition payments to fund luxury travel and wrestling meet-and-greets.
Mar. 26, 2026 at 3:51pm
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Federal authorities have arrested Murielle Misczak, the former director of KinderHaus Brooklyn preschool, and accused her of embezzling around $2.8 million in tuition payments over four years. Prosecutors say Misczak used the stolen funds to pay for deluxe World Wrestling Entertainment packages, luxury travel, and food delivery, all while earning a $40,000 salary at the school.
Why it matters
This case highlights the devastating impact that financial fraud can have on educational institutions and the families they serve. The alleged theft of millions in tuition funds has put the future of KinderHaus Brooklyn in jeopardy and eroded trust in the school's leadership.
The details
Authorities say Misczak, a 43-year-old Swiss citizen, routed more than 450 tuition deposits into PayPal accounts she controlled. She is accused of going to great lengths to hide the fraud, manipulating accounting systems and deleting invoices and emails. When the school questioned her lavish lifestyle, she allegedly claimed to belong to a wealthy Swiss family.
- Misczak allegedly stole the funds over a period of about four years.
- The school discovered the alleged scheme in October 2025 and fired Misczak.
- Misczak was arrested by federal authorities on March 26, 2026.
The players
Murielle Misczak
The former director of KinderHaus Brooklyn preschool, who is accused of embezzling $2.8 million in tuition payments.
KinderHaus Brooklyn
A German-immersion preschool in Brooklyn that charges up to $48,000 per year in tuition and serves around 100 children.
Simona D'Souza
The founder of KinderHaus Brooklyn, who discovered the alleged fraud and fired Misczak.
What’s next
Prosecutors told the court that the $2.8 million in stolen funds is gone, and Misczak has no savings and no legal immigration status after being fired from the school. She faces up to 20 years in prison if convicted.
The takeaway
This case underscores the importance of robust financial controls and oversight in educational institutions, as well as the need for transparency and accountability to protect families and students from fraud and abuse.
