Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) Superintendent Alberto Carvalho resigned Sunday night, nearly four months after the FBI executed search warrants at his home and the district's headquarters. The resignation comes amid an ongoing federal investigation, though no charges have been filed against Carvalho.
Core Facts & Immediate Action
Carvalho submitted his resignation in a letter addressed to students, families, teachers, staff, and the community. He expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve and highlighted progress made during his tenure. The LAUSD Board of Education unanimously voted to place him on leave in February, pending the investigation's outcome.
Deeper Dive & Context
Investigation Details
The FBI served search warrants on February 27 at Carvalho's home, LAUSD offices, and a third location near Miami. The Miami Herald reported the Florida property belonged to Debra Kerr, a former employee of AllHere, an education technology company that had a contract with Los Angeles schools before its collapse. AllHere's leader was later indicted for fraud.
Carvalho's Response
A spokesperson for Carvalho stated he remains confident the evidence will show he acted appropriately and in the best interests of students. The investigation predates the Trump administration and focuses on allegations of kickbacks from a business while Carvalho was superintendent of Miami-Dade County Public Schools. Authorities have not confirmed any wrongdoing tied to his work at LAUSD.
Background & Implications
Carvalho joined LAUSD in 2022 after serving as superintendent of Miami-Dade County Public Schools. The FBI and U.S. Attorney's Office have not commented on the investigation, which remains under seal. The resignation raises questions about the district's leadership and the ongoing federal probe.