Alberto Carvalho has resigned as superintendent of the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) amid an ongoing federal investigation into district contracts and a failed artificial intelligence project. His resignation comes nearly four months after FBI agents executed search warrants at his home, the school district headquarters, and properties in Florida connected to him.
Key Takeaways
Alberto Carvalho resigned as LAUSD superintendent amid an ongoing FBI investigation into district contracts. The LAUSD board accepted his resignation and appointed Andrés E. Chait as the new superintendent. Two days later, the school board approved a $20.6 billion budget with layoffs and a strategic plan for student achievement.
- Carvalho resigned citing desire to remove distractions from the district's focus on students
- LAUSD board unanimously approved $20.6B budget including 1,000+ layoffs
- FBI investigation involves failed AI project and education technology company AllHere
- Chait appointed as new superintendent with full support of school board
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▼Source Claims Check
1 Difference FoundAll 9 publishers report consistent facts across 2 key claims. 1 point of difference noted.
| Claim | Status | Reason | |
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| New Superintendent Appointment | 1 Difference | CBS News reports full support from school board; other outlets focus on Chait's prior role as acting superintendent | ▼ |
| Carvalho Resignation Reason | Broad Agreement | Wanted to remove distractions from district focus on students | |
| Budget Approval | Broad Agreement | $20.6 billion budget approved with 1,000+ layoffs and strategic plan |
New Superintendent Appointment
▼CBS News reports full support from school board; other outlets focus on Chait's prior role as acting superintendent
Carvalho Resignation Reason
Broad AgreementWanted to remove distractions from district focus on students
Budget Approval
Broad Agreement$20.6 billion budget approved with 1,000+ layoffs and strategic plan
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Carvalho submitted his resignation letter on Sunday night stating he wanted to allow the district to focus on students 'without distraction.' He highlighted several achievements during his tenure including record-breaking graduation rates and improved academic performance. The LAUSD board of education accepted his resignation and issued a statement reaffirming its commitment to stability, continuity, and providing high-quality education.
Two days after Carvalho's resignation the Los Angeles school board unanimously approved a $20.6 billion budget that includes more than 1,000 layoffs and a four-year strategic plan with precise goals for student achievement. The meeting was presided over by Acting Superintendent Andrés Chait who has been managing the school system since late February when Carvalho was placed on paid administrative leave.
The FBI investigation involves AllHere an education technology company that had a contract with LAUSD before it collapsed. The district paid $6 million for an AI chatbot named 'Ed' developed by AllHere including $3 million upfront. The company went bankrupt shortly after its unveiling. Joanna Smith-Griffin founder of AllHere was later charged with securities and wire fraud along with identity theft.
Carvalho's legal team has denied any wrongdoing on his part. According to CBS News the investigation predates Carvalho's tenure at LAUSD and is related to allegations of kickbacks he may have received while superintendent of Miami-Dade County Public Schools. The FBI and U.S. Attorney's Office have not commented on the ongoing investigation.
Carvalho began his four-year $1.7 million contract with LAUSD in 2022 after leading Miami-Dade County Public Schools for nearly 14 years. During his tenure at LAUSD he oversaw academic growth and widespread acclaim but also faced controversies including a massive cyberattack on the school system and alleged misspending of funds intended for arts education.
His resignation comes as the district faces declining enrollment chronic absenteeism and intense federal scrutiny over its programs supporting students of color. The FBI also searched a third location near Miami which according to The Guardian, belonged to Debra Kerr who previously worked with AllHere.
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