Miguel Ángel Valdez García Confirmed as Secretary of Education in Tamaulipas

Miguel Ángel Valdez García has been officially appointed as the Secretary of Education of Tamaulipas, following the resignation of Lucía Aimé Castillo Pastor. Valdez García was previously serving as the Subsecretary of Planning for the state’s education department. The appointment signals a continuation of educational initiatives within the state, with a focus on maintaining school operations and reinforcing safety protocols.

Background and Experience

Miguel Ángel Valdez García brings over 30 years of experience to the role. He holds a doctorate in Innovation and Educational Technology from the Tecnológico de Monterrey, as well as a master’s degree in Education with a specialization in Cognitive Development, as well from the Tecnológico de Monterrey. He also earned a degree in Education Sciences from the Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León, and a degree in Education with a specialization in Language and Literature from the Normal Superior de Escuelas Particulares. Source

Recent Actions and Policy

Valdez García recently addressed concerns regarding potential school closures in the wake of recent security events. He confirmed that classes will continue as normal in all 43 municipalities of Tamaulipas, including Reynosa and the border region. Source This decision was made in coordination with the Secretariat of Public Education (SEP) and federal authorities.

The Secretary of Education also addressed instances of three basic level schools in Reynosa implementing online classes without official authorization following recent violent events. While acknowledging the schools’ decisions to suspend in-person activities, Valdez García emphasized the importance of adhering to established protocols, which require notification to sector heads, level heads, and the Undersecretariat of Basic Education for formal authorization. Source

Ongoing Commitments

Valdez García has a history of involvement with key educational organizations, including over 10 years of participation in the Federación Mexicana de Instituciones de Educación Superior (Fimpes) and the Asociación Nacional de Instituciones de Educación Superior (Anuies). Source He also held the position of Director of the Government of Tamaulipas Representation Office in Nuevo León prior to becoming Subsecretary of Planning in October 2024. Source

In August 2025, Secretary Valdez García held public audiences with school directors, supervisors, and sector chiefs in CREDE Reynosa. Source