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LAUSD appoints longtime administrator Andres Chait as next superintendent
By Mariana Dale at LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio)
· June 24, 2026
· 4 min read
Andres Chait, acting superintendent, at a March 2026 LAUSD board meeting. (Jason Armond / Getty Images)The Los Angeles Unified Board voted unanimously to appoint Andres Chait, a longtime district administrator, as superintendent days after his predecessor resigned. “This board's decision reflect...
Key takeaway Chait's leadership, his decades of service to Los Angeles Unified, and his demonstrated ability to guide the district during this period of transition,” said board President Scott Schmerelson following the announcement Wednesday.
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The appointment of Andres Chait as superintendent of LAUSD comes at a critical time for the district, which is navigating declining enrollment and the resulting financial challenges. As the second-largest school district in the country, LAUSD's leadership has a significant impact on the city's education landscape. Chait's experience as chief of school operations, overseeing school safety and emergency management, will be valuable in addressing the district's ongoing issues. The fact that he has risen through the ranks from teacher to administrator over nearly three decades also suggests a deep understanding of the district's inner workings. As Chait takes the helm, he will face the task of improving student test scores, particularly in reading and math skills, where the majority of students are not proficient for their grade level. His ability to guide the district through this period of transition will be closely watched by the community, and his success will have a direct impact on the education and futures of over 400,000 students across Los Angeles.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio) ·
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What is this story about? Andres Chait, acting superintendent, at a March 2026 LAUSD board meeting. (Jason Armond / Getty Images)The Los Angeles Unified Board voted unanimously to appoint Andres Chait, a longtime district administrator, as superintendent days after his predecessor resigned. “This board's decision reflect...
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