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Cruz: Education as a tool also advances society
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Posted on Jan 07 2019
Dr. Bobby Cruz, Ed.D., receives the resolution from Rep. Angel A. Demapan (R-Saipan) in last week’s House session at the House of Representatives chamber on Capital Hill. (Jon Perez)
The House of Representatives presented Dr. Bobby Cruz with a special resolution in their session last week, commending the former Marianas High School vice principal’s contributions to the CNMI in the field of education.
Cruz, who is currently the director of Instructional Technology & Distance Learning at the Public School System, believes that education as a tool does not only improve one’s long-term status in life but also affects one’s attitude and social change.
This was borne out by his doctoral research, which focused on one’s mindset that influences future success.
What I found out is that how you think greatly impacts whether you succeed or fail,” he said. “…I would be able to perpetuate that message, especially for the youth of the CNMI, that they would adopt a mindset that’s going to help them to succeed [and] ultimately…the CNMI. That is my commitment.”
Cruz believes this is achievable, with PSS partnering with the Legislature and local community organizations like the Marianas Young Professionals, of which he is a part of.
“This [House resolution] means a lot to me. …I see this resolution as a challenge…on how to answer the question, ‘What’s next?’ …I feel that you…are calling me to do greater things. I hope that I could do you justice in continuing to serve the CNMI,” Cruz told the House lawmakers.
He also thanked his family for the support that they have given him through the years. “I’m blessed to have the family that I have. My grandfather is still alive, which I am still thankful for. He says that he is still young and he acts like it.”
“This resolution is dedicated to my entire family. Above all else, it is dedicated to my mom, who has sacrificed so much for us. To my sister [Bonny Lynn], my partner Dan, my brother-in-law [Billy Grow], to all of you guys, you are special to me. Thank you for building me, having faith in me, and for just lifting me up.”
