The superintendent of Los Angeles public schools who’s on paid leave during a federal investigation, denies any wrongdoing and asks to be reinstated as head of the nation’s second-largest district.
during a federal investigation released a statement Wednesday denying any wrongdoing and asking to be reinstated as head of the nation’s second-largest district.on Feb. 25 at Alberto Carvalho's home and the LA Unified School District's headquarters.
Two days later, the district's Board of Education voted unanimously to place him on leave pending the outcome of the probe.“Mr. Carvalho remains confident that the evidence will ultimately demonstrate that he acted appropriately and in the best interests of students,” said the statement, attributed to a spokesperson and distributed by Holland & Knight, the law firm representing him. “We hope the school board reinstates him promptly to his position as superintendent.”involving the district, which serves more than 500,000 students, nor have they accused Carvalho of any crimes. The FBI also searched a third location near Miami. The Miami Herald reported the Florida property belonged to Debra Kerr, who previously worked with AllHere, an education technology company that had a contract with Los Angeles schools before it collapsed and its leader was indicted for fraud. In 2024, Carvalho heavily touted a deal with AllHere for an AI chatbot named “Ed” designed to help students. But about three months after unveiling the technology and paying the company $3 million, the district dropped its dealings with AllHere, which collapsed into bankruptcy. Months later, founder Joanna Smith-Griffin was charged with securities and wire fraud, along with identity theft. At the time, Carvalho denied personal involvement in the selection of AllHere, according to the Los Angeles Times. Wednesday's statement was his first comment since last month's searches. “Mr. Carvalho respects the rule of law and the investigative process and has always acted in the best interests of students and within the bounds of the law,” the statement said. “While the government’s investigation remains ongoing, no evidence has been presented by prosecutors supporting any allegation that Mr. Carvalho violated federal law.” Following the search of school headquarters, LA Unified said it was cooperating with investigators and had no further information. The board said its decision to place Carvalho on leave was intended to minimize any disruption to its mission of teaching students. Andres Chait, the chief of school operations, was named acting superintendent.Copyright 2026 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission.▶Your Goodwill donations do more than you think: How one item supports job training in North FloridaVeteran helped by Operation New Uniform shares how $10K donation will help service membersTracking much-needed rain in our forecast as drought drags onJacksonville OIG launches investigation into JEA over millions in potential unpaid capacity fees‘The people’s utility’: Carrico considering council action after IG requests review of JEA feesLudacris takes the stage at Military Appreciation Day during The Players ChampionshipLawsuit filed over firearm policy at Bradford County FairMarch 10, 6 p.m. scene of a crash on Edgewood Avenue, News4JAX working to learn moreClay County to bring K-9s into high schools. Some parents have concerns about the programGet your garden growing! The weather is perfect and there is some rain on the wayDon't pack up the jacket despite near record highs in our forecastMorning Show anchor Bruce Hamilton shares update on his cancer journey🐾 Meet Chowder, a big-headed sweetheart with an even bigger heartThe Players Championship practice rounds get underway under sunny skiesMeteorologist Katie Garner breaks down your forecast for The Players Championship this weekDeadly Westside crash closes lanes on 103rd Street near Valdura AvenueOff-duty Nassau County deputy rescues child from retention pondBishop Kenny boys basketball team has used youth to power run to final fourLoss last year in playoffs fueled this season's playoff run for Bishop KennyJFRD didn’t inspect a halfway house for 59 years. Now the house faces costly issuesProposal could bring new public beach access to Ponte Vedra BeachAG Pam Bondi talks about attack in New York CityAnother popular downtown business prepares to shut downWith days to go, House, Senate still at odds over Florida’s budget
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