LOS ANGELES (CNS) – Los Angeles Unified School District Superintendent Alberto Carvalho resigned his position amid a monthslong FBI investigation over a failed AI chatbot venture, it was confirmed Monday.
The LAUSD Board acknowledged receipt of the letter and said it’s mission is unchanged.
“The Board remains steadfast in its commitment to ensuring stability, continuity, and continued progress through strong leadership,” the Board said. “Our focus remains unchanged: providing every student with a high- quality education, supporting our dedicated workforce, and maintaining the trust of the communities we serve.”
Andrés Chait will remain acting superintendent until a permanent decision is made, the Board said.
Carvalho sent a resignation letter to the school district and members of the Board of Education Sunday night, according to the Los Angeles Times.
“It has been a great honor to serve you,” Carvalho wrote. `’Over the past four years, together, we have made historic progress — gains that belong to our students, our educators, staff and our communities.
His only reference to the reason for his resignation was in this passage: “Placing students first has always guided my work. Because I believe our schools must remain focused on students and learning without distraction, I am resigning as superintendent of LAUSD effective today, June 21, 2026.”
In February, the FBI raided Carvalho’s homes in San Pedro and Florida, as well as the district office, in connection with a failed AI chatbot venture.
Two days later, the Board of Education voted to place Carvalho on paid administrative leave.
Carvalho was selected as superintendent of LAUSD in December 2021.
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