The head of the nation’s second-largest school district stepped down on Sunday following an investigation that included FBI searches of his home and district headquarters. Alberto Carvalho had been in charge of the Los Angeles Unified School District, which serves 520,000 students, since 2022.

In February, authorities conducted searches as part of their investigation, leading to Carvalho’s placement on paid leave shortly thereafter. This move occurred just two days after the searches took place, raising questions and concerns within the educational community and the public.

The developments mark a significant shift in leadership for the district as officials manage the fallout from the investigation. The resignation highlights ongoing challenges and the importance of transparency and trust in educational administration.