Linda Torres-Rangel, formerly the director of ESL and language services, is the principal of Schulze Elementary School.

With 18 years of experience in Irving ISD and 24 years total in public education, Torres-Rangel has worked as a bilingual teacher, counselor, assistant principal, coordinator of state and federal compliance and director of language and parent services.

She earned a bachelor’s degree from Texas A&M University and a master’s degree in counseling from Texas A&M University - Commerce.  

Originally from Louisiana, I earned my Bachelor of Arts degree from Dillard University in New Orleans.  My career in education began as a secondary ELAR teacher in Dallas ISD where I was a teacher leader, mentor, and administrative intern.  After earning my Master of Arts degree from the University of Texas at Arlington, I became a servant leader in the Irving Independent School district in 2007 at Travis Middle School.  My philosophy of leadership is encompassed in one of my favorite Bible quotes:

But you are not to be like that. Instead, the greatest among you should be like the youngest, and the one who rules like the one who serves.
― Luke 22:26

My greatest joy is serving our learning community at Schulze, interacting with our wonderful families, and nurturing relationships with our community members.  I am excited to be a part of the Schulze family for another outstanding year.

Go Team Irving!