Getting your Trinity Audio player ready...

Austin Public Schools has welcomed Dr. Raymond Diaz as the new assistant principal at Austin High School.

Diaz has worked in education for more than 20 years, both in the classroom and leadership positions. With a wealth of experience in instructional leadership, Diaz said that he is “committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where all stakeholders receive exceptional service, support, and guidance to achieve their goals.”

“Throughout my 24-year career in education,” Diaz said in a Wednesday press release from the district, “I have demonstrated a keen ability to enhance instructional programs and manage school-wide operations effectively. I look forward to working with the staff at Austin High School to help foster an environment of success for all students.”

Diaz earned a Doctor of Education in Curriculum and Instructional Leadership from Argosy University and holds a Master of Education from Troy University. 

“We are pleased to welcome Raymond Diaz as Austin High School’s new assistant principal,” said Austin High School principal Matt Schmit. “With nearly 25 years of educational experience, Raymond is a student-focused leader passionate about promoting equity and inclusion. He has a proven track record of setting high expectations for himself and others, ensuring a culture of excellence and growth, including his role in starting the Eden Prairie online school. Raymond’s energy, positivity, experience, and solution-focused approach make him an ideal addition to our team, and we look forward to the positive impact he will have on our school.”

Diaz will be taking over for outgoing AHS assistant principal Kim Goblirsch, who will be moving to the position of academic coordinator at AHS.