Pilar Acosta Ruiz
AZ
Pilar Acosta Ruiz is a 2026 candidate for the Tucson Unified School District governing board, having previously run for the seat in 2024. A member of Teamsters Local 104, she describes herself as an active participant in TUSD board meetings since 2011.
Where Pilar Acosta Ruiz stands, based on their records
Supports
Government Efficiency (1 record), Public Education Quality (1 record)
Track record
Track record — Government Efficiency
Government Efficiency · 1 support
Pilar Acosta Ruiz co-authored a public call for TUSD leadership to respect community participation, follow district engagement commitments, and improve transparency and accountability.
March 10, 2026Supports Government Efficiency
Source: tucson.com
Track record — Public Education Quality
Public Education Quality · 1 support
Acosta Ruiz founded TUSD's Clinical Assessment Resources Engagement program and served as a Teamsters member and long-term district advocate.
October 2, 2024Supports Public Education Quality
Source: tucsonspotlight.org
Past race Pilar Acosta Ruiz ran in:
- Governing Board Member, Tucson Unified School District · November 3, 2026 · Tucson Unified District, Arizona