IDEA Achieve sets high expectations for every student and goes the extra mile to make sure every student realizes their own potential. Personalized learning, critical thinking skills, mastery of core subjects is our recipe for success.
IDEA Achieve is located at:
IDEA Achieve, 1900 Thomas Road Haltom City, Texas 76117
Jennifer Cruz was born and raised in San Benito, Texas. A proud first-generation college graduate, she earned her Bachelor of Arts in Marketing from the University of Texas at Brownsville, now known as UTRGV, in 2003.
Driven by a passion for education, she returned the following year to complete her teaching certification and officially began her teaching career in 2006.
Over the years, Jennifer has taught Pre-K, 1st, 3rd, and 4th grades in Santa Rosa ISD and IDEA San Benito Academy. in 2013, she relocated to the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex and joined Dallas ISD as a PK-5 instructional coach, further expanding her impact on student learning and teacher development. She continued her educational journey by earning a master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Texas at Arlington in 2014.
Jennifer is married to Pedro Cruz Jr. and is a proud mother of two sons: Aaron, a senior at UT Arlington, and Angel, a junior at South Grand Prairie High School. She actively serves her faith community at Templo Cristo Rey in Farmers Branch, Texas. Mrs. Cruz is excited about this opportunity and is confident that her leadership and commitment to student achievement will result in a successful school year.
Mrs. Rojo is a seasoned educator and dedicated leader with over two decades of experience in public education. She began her teaching career teaching middle school, where she spent 10 impactful years building strong relationships with students and refining her instructional skills.
Her commitment to academic excellence and student success led her to transition into school leadership where she served as an assistant principal for six years before stepping into the role of principal, where she led for another six years.
Throughout her leadership journey, Principal Rojo has consistently driven her teams toward instructional excellence, most recently guiding her school to an A rating by the Texas Education Agency. Under her leadership, the campus was also recognized as a Leader in Me School of Innovation, highlighting her focus on cultivating leadership in both students and staff. Her strength in building strong, collaborative school cultures and high-performing teams has earned her the honor of being named a Dallas ISD Principal of the Year nominee for the 2024-2025 school year.
Beyond the school walls, Mrs. Rojo is a proud wife and mother of two. She brings the same passion, care, and commitment to her family life that she brings to her school community. She always strives to lead by example both personally and professionally.
Carlos A. González was born in Puerto Rico and raised in the Bronx, New York. Originally having a background in art, he transitioned to the classroom in 2014.
He is excited to share his commitment to students, their families, education, and excellence. González comes to IDEA Achieve with over a decade of experience in both school leadership and classroom education.
Having worked with youth in New York, Massachusetts, Nevada, and now Texas, he looks to bring that wide ranging expertise to IDEA Achieve. He believes in creating community and developing the talents of all students who enter our doors.