Alberto Carvalho Resigns Amid Investigation at Los Angeles Unified School District

Alberto Carvalho, who was appointed in 2021 to lead the Los Angeles Unified School District, resigned from his position as superintendent on Sunday. This decision followed an F.B.I. raid on his home and office, part of a criminal investigation linked to an A.I. start-up’s dealings with the district.

Carvalho, a respected figure in the education sector, was known for boosting student test scores during his tenure in Miami. However, challenges arose during his leadership in Los Angeles when the board placed him on paid leave starting February 27. This action aimed to address the growing concerns surrounding the investigation.

The district has not yet named a permanent successor. For now, Andres Chait, a seasoned Los Angeles Unified administrator, has been acting as superintendent since Carvalho’s leave began.

The announcement of Carvalho’s resignation, taking effect immediately, was communicated through a letter directed to the district and school board members. The Los Angeles Times initially reported his resignation.

As of Sunday, Carvalho had not provided any public remarks regarding his decision. However, in March, his legal team stated that he was innocent of any misconduct and expressed his desire to resume his duties. They mentioned that there was no evidence from prosecutors to support claims of any federal law violations by Carvalho.