Happy Teacher Appreciation Week from IDEA Public Schools!
During this special week, we salute our teachers and co-teachers for their hard work and dedication as they transform the lives of our students every day. While every week is a time to be grateful for IDEA teachers – we want to say, from the bottom of our hearts, thank you for all that you […]
In Memoriam: Al Lopez
Team & Family, it is with a heavy heart that we share the passing of Al Lopez, IDEA’s Acting Superintendent and Interim Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Known for his good-natured disposition, his career and service to IDEA and his community attest to the transformational power of education. Lopez was born and raised in Tucson, Arizona […]
Cultural Values in Pursuit of Education Equity
By Alex Jimenez, Public Schools Supporter – Former TXU Corp Vice President; Past Chairman of the Fort Worth Hispanic Chamber and the Greater Dallas Hispanic Chamber of Commerce; Former Fort Worth Housing Authority Board of Commissioners Chairman Many of the values our families instill in us in childhood carry into adulthood, shaping our aspirations, careers […]
Principals Month Spotlight: Dhiyaa-ud-Deen Abdullah, IDEA Bridge
“I am honored to serve as Principal at IDEA Bridge. No matter my role – from co-teacher to teacher to principal in residence and now to principal, I want the community to know that I will continue to work to ensure our students, staff, and families are put FIRST.” Growing up in Raceland, Louisiana, played a pivotal […]
Voices of IDEA: IDEA Spotlights Kindergarten Teacher Desiree Wilson
Voices of IDEA provides an opportunity to highlight and amplify diverse voices among IDEA’s Team & Family. From students, to staff, family and partners, Voices of IDEA profiles the impact, experience and perspectives of individuals who shape our mission and support scholars on the road to and through college. In this Voices of IDEA feature, […]
Hispanic Heritage Month Staff Spotlight: Assistant Principal of Instruction Felipe Butanda
“I am proud to be Hispanic when I reflect on the Cesar Chavez movement, when I think about Rita Moreno’s talent, Sandra Cisneros’ narrator’s ability or Sonia Sotomayor’s dedication. I am proud to be Hispanic, for everything we represent, for all that we have contributed; we have a beautiful culture and it’s just the beginning!” – […]
History in your Home: IDEA Spotlights Social Studies Teacher Ernesto Farias
Voices of IDEA provides an opportunity to highlight and amplify diverse voices among IDEA’s Team & Family. From students, to staff, family and partners, Voices of IDEA profiles the impact, experience and perspectives of individuals who shape our mission and support students on the road to and through college. In this Voices of IDEA […]
IMPACT Magazine Feature: Thank You, Team & Family
Two IDEA students wanted to thank special staff members who served as a shining light this past year. We are so glad everybody can be back together on campus in a safe, rigorous and fun in-person learning environment where students thrive and succeed on the road to and through college. “A Superhero Who Never Gives […]
Meet Al Lopez, Chair of IDEA’s Board of Directors and Acting Superintendent & Chief Executive Officer
A version of this story first appeared in IDEA’s IMPACT Magazine in 2019. Nestled between the Tucson and Santa Catalina Mountains, lies a small neighborhood steeped in history and culture. Settled in the 1920s by Mexican immigrants, the area known as Barrio Hollywood features modest brick and adobe homes on dusty streets dotted with cactus and palm trees. Al […]
Finding Identity: How Education, Authenticity and Acceptance Can Give Students PRIDE
“To our students: I see you, I hear you, and I want to talk to you. If you don’t think there’s anyone else out there, I’m here. We love you, we care about you, and I hope you can always be your authentic self, no matter what space you are in.” – Disha Jain, Vice President of Talent Development Disha […]
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