The federal investigation involves financial matters related to Carvalho himself, rather than the district, the Los Angeles Times reported. If the board decides to place Carvalho on leave, it remains unclear who the board might appoint as interim superintendent. “We expect LAUSD to provide full transparency and clear communication to educators, school staff, and the public,” United Teachers Los Angeles, the district teachers union, said in a statement to EdSource. After serving as superintendent of Miami-Dade County Public Schools for 14 years, Carvalho took over as LAUSD’s leader in 2022. “It is our hope that the investigation resolves quickly so that the school district can focus on its core mission of educating our children.

Source: Los Angeles Times February 27, 2026 05:18 UTC