Los Angeles, CA — Los Angeles Unified School District Superintendent Alberto M. Carvalho has resigned, ending a high-profile tenure that began with major promises around academic recovery, innovation and student achievement, but closed under the shadow of a federal investigation.

The Los Angeles Unified Board of Education confirmed Monday that it had received Carvalho’s resignation letter, effective June 21, 2026. The board said its focus remains on stability, continuity and continued progress for students, families, employees and the communities served by the nation’s second-largest school district.

Andrés Chait, who has been serving as Acting Superintendent, will remain in the role while the district determines its next steps.

Carvalho’s resignation comes nearly four months after federal agents searched his home and LAUSD offices in February. Following those searches, the Board of Education placed Carvalho on paid administrative leave. Authorities have not publicly detailed the full scope of the investigation, and Carvalho has not been formally charged with a crime.

Multiple reports have connected the federal inquiry to LAUSD’s contract with AllHere, a now-defunct education technology company that worked with the district on “Ed,” an artificial intelligence chatbot designed to help families and students access school-related information. The company later filed for bankruptcy, and its founder was separately indicted on fraud-related charges.

Carvalho, who joined LAUSD in 2022 after leading Miami-Dade County Public Schools, was viewed nationally as one of the most prominent school leaders in the country. His arrival in Los Angeles came at a critical time as the district worked to recover from the academic, social and operational disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

During his tenure, LAUSD pointed to progress in student achievement, expanded academic programs, increased attention to school safety and a push to modernize district services. Carvalho also helped lead public support for a major school bond measure intended to fund campus repairs, technology upgrades and facility improvements.

Still, the final months of his leadership were marked by uncertainty as the federal investigation raised questions about district contracting, public trust and leadership accountability. The searches and subsequent administrative leave placed the district in an unusual position, with families, educators and community members awaiting clarity while the school year continued.

In its statement, the Board of Education emphasized that the district’s responsibility is to remain focused on students. LAUSD serves more than 520,000 students across Los Angeles and surrounding communities, making leadership stability a significant concern not only for the district, but for families, school employees and civic leaders across Southern California.

Chait, a longtime educator and district administrator, now carries the responsibility of guiding LAUSD through the transition. His leadership will be closely watched as the district continues to navigate academic priorities, budget pressures, labor issues, school safety concerns and the ongoing need to rebuild trust with parents and community stakeholders.

Carvalho’s departure also raises larger questions about oversight and transparency in public education, particularly as school districts increasingly turn to private vendors and emerging technology to support instruction and family engagement. For a district as large and influential as LAUSD, the outcome of this chapter could shape future conversations about procurement, accountability and the role of artificial intelligence in public schools.

While the investigation remains ongoing, the district now faces the immediate task of moving forward. For students and families, the hope is that the transition will not distract from the classroom. For the Board of Education, the challenge will be selecting long-term leadership capable of restoring confidence, maintaining momentum and ensuring that decisions are made in the best interest of students.

Carvalho’s resignation closes a significant chapter in LAUSD’s history. What comes next will determine how the district steadies itself, responds to community concerns and continues the work of educating hundreds of thousands of students across Los Angeles County.