Former Los Angeles Unified School District Superintendent Alberto Carvalho is facing accusations of unprofessional conduct, unsatisfactory performance, and violating district regulations and state laws, according to an internal school board letter. The allegations came to light in a report detailing the circumstances that led to Carvalho's resignation in June, following a federal investigation into his financial dealings.
Federal authorities searched Carvalho's home and office in February, after which he was placed on leave. The Board of Education's letter, obtained by the Los Angeles Times, outlined the board's intent to fire or accept his resignation. The charges include accepting unreported gifts, outside income, and donor-funded travel. The board also accused Carvalho of improperly using a district-provided car and driver, which were intended for work-related tasks.
According to the letter, Carvalho received gifts from contractors and lobbyists that exceeded legal limits. Carvalho has not returned calls for comment. He resigned from his position as superintendent of the nation's second-largest school district in June.