Miami-Dade County Public Schools begins search for next superintendent, as current one is set to retire in 2027
Partnership for Miami fellow Justin De León is helping shape the conversation as Miami-Dade County Public Schools officially launches its search for a new superintendent.
Miami-Dade School Board begins search for new superintendent
Justin DeLeon is with the Partnership for Miami, a group of business leaders that advocates for education, especially student outcomes. DeLeon told us the Partnership wants a superintendent who will focus on dealing with underenrolled schools.
Miami showed up. Now let’s build what it deserves: the northeast rail corridor | Opinion
One of our Partnership for Miami fellows, José Mas, was recently featured in a published opinion piece in the Miami Herald, reflecting on a defining moment for our city through the lens of soccer and community.
“There are moments in a city’s history that feel larger than a single event. When a capacity crowd of more than 26,000 filled Nu Stadium for Inter Miami’s inaugural home match on April 4, we experienced one of those moments. Families in pink jerseys. Young fans attending their first professional match. Lifelong supporters who have carried this sport in their hearts for decades…”
PARTNERSHIP FOR MIAMI ANNOUNCES 2026 FELLOWS CLASS
Fifteen executives selected for year-long fellowship focusing on the city’s long-term competitiveness and growth MIAMI, FL – March 24, 2026 – The Partnership for Miami (PFM) today announced its 2026 Fellows, a 15-member cohort of business executives committed to building a better Miami for everyone who calls the city home. The Fellows represent sectors central to Miami’s economy, with leaders hailing from hospitality, finance, law, healthcare, and real estate. Over the next year, these leaders...
Raúl Moas: The Miami-Dade School System Seeks to Reinvent Itself Amid a Mass Exodus of Students
One of our Partnership for Miami fellows, Raúl Moas, was recently featured in a published opinion piece on Actualidad Radio, examining how Miami-Dade County Public Schools is working to reinvent itself amid a significant decline in student enrollment.
PARTNERSHIP FOR MIAMI SURVEY SHOWS STRONG SUPPORT FOR PUBLIC EDUCATION AS DISTRICT PREPARES FOR NEW LEADERSHIP
Poll also finds broad support for more responsible resource alignment and renewed urgency to improve reading outcomes MIAMI, FL – March, 2026 – The Partnership for Miami today released results from a February 2026 poll revealing strong public confidence in teachers and broad support for public education as Miami-Dade County Public Schools (MDCPS) prepares to select its next superintendent who will lead the country’s third-largest school district with over 500 schools and 330,000 students. ...
The education that shaped me: Finding a new Miami-Dade superintendent is personal | Opinion
One of our Partnership for Miami fellows was recently featured in an op-ed in the Miami Herald, reflecting on the impact of Miami-Dade County Public Schools (MDCPS).
“I am a proud product of Miami-Dade County Public Schools (MDCPS). My journey from local classrooms to a career in global law and civic leadership was shaped by many educators in this district. Like so many Miamians, I owe my professional foundation to MDCPS.”
Miami Voters Charted a New Course Last Week – And it Started With Affordability
by Miami's Community News | January 5, 2026Voters across Greater Miami delivered a clear message in our most recent elections: local governments must do much more to improve residents' quality of life. For years, Miamians have felt the squeeze of rising housing costs, limited public transportation options, and uneven access to high-quality K-12 education. From Brickell to West Kendall, families have watched everyday expenses rise with little meaningful relief. This election, voters chose...
Miami’s Housing Shortage Hits Affordability: Codina
by Bloomberg | December 6, 2025 Codina Partners CEO Ana-Marie Codina says South Florida faces a growing affordability problem as housing demand outstrips supply and a proposal by Governor Ron DeSantis to eliminate property taxes on owner-occupied homes risks worsening the burden on renters. She spoke to Bloomberg's Dani Burger at a Bloomberg New Voices event in Miami.
Partnership for Miami Opens Applications for 2026 Fellows Program
Nine-Month Civic Leadership Experience Unites Senior Executives to Advance a Miami that Works for All MIAMI, FL – December 3, 2025 – The Partnership for Miami (PFM) today announced its recruitment for the 2026 cohort of its Fellows Program, a premier civic leadership experience. Established in 2025, the program provides Miami’s senior business leaders a structured, high-impact forum to deepen their understanding of the region’s most pressing issues. The Program equips its fellows with a...
CEO’s You Should Know: Raul Moas (Miami Foundation)
by NewsRadio WFLA | November 19, 2025 Raul Moas is President of the Partnership for Miami, a coaliition of business leaders committed to building a Miami that works for all residents. Through the Partnership, Raul collaborates with grassroots organizations, researchers, policymakers, and philanthropists to develop and implement solutions that enhance affordability, livability, and public education in the region. Prior to joining the Partnership, Raul served as Senior Director at Knight...
How Partnership for Miami Is Shaping the City’s Future—Raul Moas Explains
by 610 WIOD News Radio | November 19, 2025 CEOs You Should Know: Raul Moas, President of the Partnership for Miami *Follow him on X: @rmoas (Partnership for Miami, Give Miami Day, etc)
Building Momentum: Metro Express Launches, Northeast Corridor Ahead
MIAMI, FL – October 27, 2025 – The Partnership for Miami joins Miami-Dade County in celebrating the launch of Metro Express, the first of six rapid transit corridors in the Strategic Miami Area Rapid Transit (SMART) Plan and the county’s first major rapid transit expansion in decades. Metro Express represents an important step forward in improving how Miami-Dade moves, with a 20-mile Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) line expected to reduce commute times during rush hours and ease traffic congestion. As...
Miami’s Community News Meets with Justin De Leon and Raul Moas
by Miami's Community News | October 15, 2025 Miami Community Newspapers is your go-to source for Miami community news, offering daily updates, podcasts, and multimedia content. Covering local events, business updates, and lifestyle features across Miami-Dade County, our family-owned media company publishes a variety of neighborhood publications both online and in print. Explore Miami’s culture through our exclusive community podcasts, magazines, and newsletters.
Partnership for Miami commits $2M to increase literacy rates in schools
by Miami's Community News | September 30, 2025 The Partnership for Miami (PFM) recently announced a nearly $2 million commitment to expand The Lucy Project's (TLP) successful early literacy program, the Literacy Hub, across Miami-Dade County. During the next three years, the initiative will bring The Lucy Project's evidence-based "Structured Literacy" approach to four schools, supporting 800 students from kindergarten through second grade, strengthening Miami's education ecosystem. Research...