Husband, Dad, Executive Director - Elementary Teaching & Learning at Garland ISD, 2015 Dallas ISD ToY, 2016 José Martí National ToY.
Joined March 2014
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Michael J Ruiz retweeted
Jun 8
We’ve got an awesome full house for @Region10ESC Elementary Civics Training today! #civicsmatters #civics @GISDTLD @TXSBOE @teainfo @GisdSoc
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Feb 27
This week was such a great reminder of how blessed I am to be part of @gisdnews. Thank you to @Roach_Wranglers for inviting me to share English and Spanish #literacy with our #Kindergarten learners. #ReadAcrossAmerica
Thank you to our wonderful district leader, Mr. Ruiz, for reading to Ms. Galaviz's kindergarten class with such animation and heart! You made our Read Across America event magical! @technagogy @gisdnews @GISDREADS
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Michael J Ruiz retweeted
Feb 15
Jesus teaches us that true righteousness consists in love and that, within every precept of the Law, we must learn to identify a call to love. It is not enough to refrain from killing a person physically, if one then kills with words and undermines the other person's dignity.
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Michael J Ruiz retweeted
9 Dec 2025
Please retweet to help get us to the #ProBowlVote These guys have been dominating all year long, we appreciate all the support!
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24 Oct 2025
Presented to an amazing group of principals yesterday and then voted for their ability to fund their programs and pay their teachers. I am blessed to be both a parent and leader in @gisdnews . Please go out and vote. Our kids deserve the best!
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27 Aug 2025
Feeling inspired because I had the privilege of speaking to our @gisdnews #FutureEducators and I can already see that our pipeline the future is in great hands. Shoutout to Lisa Sanborn from @SHS_Mustangs for putting together an unparalleled program.
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22 Aug 2025
I was blown away by the commitment of the teachers and leaders at @Rowlett_Bobcats and @Stephens_Stars. Every move they made was driven by providing kids with everything they need. With dedication like this we are on our way to an “A”! @gisdnews #GoForTheGOLD
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20 Aug 2025
Had the chance to support the beginning of an amazing transformation at @Couch_Comets yesterday. Kids were ready to learn and teachers were eager to give them what they need. Great things happening at @gisdnews.
#GoForTheGOLD
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11 Aug 2025
My 17th first day of school as an educator, but my 1st as a part of @gisdnews. Blessed to be supporting @BES_Cowboys where the sense of community is obvious.
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11 Aug 2025
Great leaders and great teach make great learning environments for students. Wishing all @gisdnews students a productive first day of school and their best school year yet.
These halls are ready for the first day of school—where past meets future and history is made through excellence! Every detail is filled with the love and dedication our teachers poured into making it happen, and we can’t wait to welcome our students! youtu.be/4FUQOh6-jaI
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31 Jul 2025
Had the opportunity to kickoff @gisdnews #SAILInitiative with our 8 participating campuses. The commitment of our teachers and leaders is inspiring.
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16 Jul 2025
Superintendent @drlopez23 welcomed back @gisdnews principals with the reminder that we can't fall in the trap of having "Higher expectations for material goods, than livelihoods!". I am feeling blessed to be part of this amazing work.
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Michael J Ruiz retweeted
Congratulations to #WeAreTheForum alum Michael Ruiz on being named Executive Director of Elementary Teaching & Learning at Garland Independent School District! This remarkable achievement reflects your dedication and vision for educational excellence. #LeadershipMatters
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13 May 2025
It is out @HtxTalas end of year event. RSVP today at docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F…
12 May 2025
HTX TALAS invites you to FIESTA into summer with us!
Join us for our End-of-Year Networking Event as we Pause. Toast. Socialize. Decompress. — you deserve it!
Date: Friday, May 31st
Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: White Rhino - 319 Milby St.
Enjoy great company, drinks, and vibes as we celebrate a year of impact and leadership in education.
This is your chance to recharge and connect with fellow educational leaders and supporters in style!
RSVP today!!
(Sponsored by Summit K12, School Specialty, and Dearborn & Creggs Investments)
Let’s close the year strong — HTX TALAS style!
#HTXTALAS #LatinoLeaders #EducationMatters #EOYFiesta #EducatorLife #NetworkingWithPurpose
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🌟 Ready to level up your network? Join us for the HTX TALAS Spring Networking Event on March 29th at 2 PM! Special guests will share vital updates on educational legislation. Plus, we're launching our mentorship program! Will you be there? #HTXTALAS #NetworkingEvent
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Michael J Ruiz retweeted
12 Mar 2025
URGENT!! Office of English Language Acquisition (OELA) is "being abolished with all positions". Please reach out to your congressional delegation to make them aware of this.
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Michael J Ruiz retweeted
13 Feb 2025
🎉 CVHS has been ranked #1 high school in Texas! 🎉
Take pride in this incredible achievement! This is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and excellence of our students, teachers, and staff. Let's celebrate this milestone and continue to strive for greatness! Go CVHS! 🏆
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We hope you will join us for our first virtual event! Looking forward to hiring season? Register today! #CareerDevelopment #jobsearch @TALAS4edu
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Michael J Ruiz retweeted
24 Jan 2025
TEA featured Wainwright in their report. 1 of only 3 schools in the State of Texas to move from a projected F rating to an A. I'd like to publicly thank Chief Orlando Riddick, Principal Michelle Lewis & ED Idara Yates for their outstanding leadership and commitment to children
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