Alberto Carvalho resigned from his position as superintendent of the Los Angeles Unified School District on Sunday. His decision comes months after the FBI conducted raids at his home and office, aiming to investigate the district’s interactions with an AI start-up.
Carvalho, a prominent figure in education, joined the Los Angeles Unified School District in 2021. He previously earned recognition for enhancing student test scores in Miami. However, his tenure in Los Angeles faced challenges, particularly following the federal investigation.
Since February 27, Carvalho had been on paid leave after the school board suggested he step aside. This move aimed to address the growing unrest related to the investigation. The acting superintendent role was taken up by Andres Chait, a seasoned administrator with the district.
Carvalho’s resignation took immediate effect. He communicated his decision in a letter directed to both the district and its board members. The Los Angeles Times was the first to cover his resignation.
Efforts to reach Carvalho for comments on Sunday were unsuccessful. However, in March, his legal representatives issued a statement denying any wrongdoing on his part. They emphasized that prosecutors had not presented evidence indicating that Carvalho breached federal laws.
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