Los Angeles Unified appoints Andrés E. Chait as new superintendent after Alberto Carvalho's resignation

The Los Angeles Unified School District has appointed Andrés E. Chait as its new superintendent after Alberto Carvalho's resignation on Sunday. 

In a news release, district officials called Chait a "respected educator and leader" who has more than three decades of work with LAUSD and helped guide the district through a "significant transition while maintaining a steadfast focus on students, schools, and academic progress."

"It is the honor of a lifetime to serve as Superintendent of Los Angeles Unified," a statement from Chait said. "This District has shaped my life and career. I have had the privilege of serving our school communities in many roles, and I remain deeply committed to ensuring that every student has access to a high-quality education, every employee feels valued and supported, and every family knows they have a partner in Los Angeles Unified."

Chait began working with LAUSD as a kindergarten teacher. He then went on to serve as an assistant principal, principal, local district superintendent, superintendent of Local District Northeast and the district's Chief of School Operations before being appointed the acting superintendent in February, when Carvalho became the focal point of a federal investigation that led to his being placed on paid administrative leave. Information regarding the origin of the investigation and search warrants served at his Los Angeles-area residence, the LAUSD headquarters and a property owned by Carvalho in Florida remains unknown.

Since February, Chait has helped lead the district through labor negotiations, budget planning, and the successful completion of the 2025-26 school year, LAUSD officials said.

The decision received full support from LAUSD's Board of Education. 

"At this moment, our students, families, employees, and communities deserve stability, focus, and confidence in the future of Los Angeles Unified," said a statement from Board President Scott Schmerelson. "After careful consideration, the Board determined that Andrés Chait is uniquely qualified to lead this District. He knows our schools, understands our challenges, has earned the trust of employees and school communities, and has already demonstrated his ability to lead with integrity, transparency, and a relentless focus on students."

A spokesperson for United Teachers Los Angeles, the union representing thousands of LAUSD teachers, shared a statement with CBS LA upon learning of Chait's appointment. 

"UTLA remains focused on ensuring every student has access to the resources, support, and learning conditions they deserve, while ensuring educators are respected, supported, and able to thrive in their profession. We are hopeful that with Superintendent Chait's experience, he will prioritize the needs of students and work collaboratively with educators, school staff, families, and our communities to strengthen our public schools," the statement said. "Regardless of who is in office, we will continue to advocate for the investments, transparency, and accountability necessary to ensure every student in Los Angeles has the opportunity to thrive."

LAUSD is the nation's second-largest school district, with nearly 550,000 members comprising its student body. The district has more than 83,000 employees and operates approximately 1,300 schools. Carvalho was selected as the LAUSD superintendent in 2021 and had received a contract extension in October 2025.

"It has been a great honor to serve you," Carvalho's resignation statement said. "Over the past four years, together, we have made historic progress — gains that belong to our students, our educators, staff, and our communities."