Leo Ruiz

Director of Data Systems

As Director of Data Systems, Leo maintains student information and serves as administrator of data and IT systems for CICS. He values data security and works to ensure the safekeeping of network information. Leo has spent his career leading technology initiatives at Chicago Public Schools and Evanston/Skokie School District 65. He led multiple teams on enterprise system rollouts and leveraged new technologies to help improve district operations. His work with various information systems has also helped streamline student data solutions. In addition, Leo previously worked with Apple Education teams and school districts across the nation to introduce iOS coding curriculums for students in grades K-12. Leo holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) and Master of Business Administration (MBA) degrees from the University of Illinois at Chicago. As a native of Chicago, and product of its public school system, Leo is happy to continue serving the children of this great city.