Memorium
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Description
Dr. Jose M. Torres (March 29, 1960 - May 2, 2025), born in La Playita, Santurce, Puerto Rico, was a respected educator and leader known for his commitment to equity and innovation. He earned his Doctorate in Education Policy, Planning and Administration from the University of Maryland at College Park. Over his career he served as Superintendent of San Ysidro Elementary School District, Superintendent of Elgin Area School District U-46 , President of the Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy, and briefly as interim CEO of Chicago Public Schools in 2021. At IMSA he and expanded its global, equity, and innovation initiatives. He is survived by his wife, Isabel, and three children.
DR. JOSE M TORRES
"See, I believe there are windows of hope in the present darkness of our current reality. As members of the IMSA community, we have a responsibility to find and open these windows of hope or build them if we must."
-Convocation, 2021
Read-In Order
Opening Video Dr. Torres's Retirement Video
Land Acknowledgements Rodrigo Sanchez
Intro Hispanic Heritage Month Student Hosts
Remembrance Bio Student Hosts
Tribute Performance Poetic Justice
Introduction to Keynote Student Hosts
Keynote Remarks Ana Lizza Arroyo
Honor Dr. Torres's Memory IMSA Community Members Past and Present
Community Readings IMSA Community
Publication Date
9-16-2025
Recommended Citation
Illinois Math and Science Academy, "Dr. José M. Torres Memorium" (2025). Memorium. 1.
https://digitalcommons.imsa.edu/pres_memorium/1