Turns out perfect attendance can last 20 years.
Fort Worth music teacher Luiz Mullini Nascimento is retiring on May 27, 2026, after two decades at Harmony Public Schools without missing a single day of work, according to the district.
Mullini Nascimento was recognised by the district with an official signed State of Texas resolution from State Representative Ramon Romero Jr. honouring his 20 years of service to Harmony Public Schools and North Texas students.
Representative Romero recognised him for making “a profound and positive difference in the lives of countless young Texans,” according to school officials.
“Mr. Mullini created experiences our students will remember for the rest of their lives,” said Stephanie Wynn, principal of Harmony Science Academy-Fort Worth. “His dedication, kindness and commitment to students helped define the culture of our campus.”
Mullini Nascimento joined Harmony Public Schools as a part-time music teacher at Harmony Science Academy in Fort Worth and became a full-time educator two months later.
During his time at Harmony, he helped build the campus fine arts program, led the elementary school’s guitar club, and helped establish traditions including Harmony Around the World and Fine Arts Night.
Originally from Brazil, Mullini Nascimento became involved in music programs as a child and studied orchestral conducting and music education.
After moving to the United States to complete his graduate degree, he found a passion for teaching.
“I wanted to conduct an orchestra, but first I had to create one,” Mullini Nascimento wrote in a personal biography reflecting on his journey into education. “Harmony helped me fulfill my passion for teaching music.”
Students and staff honoured him with handwritten tribute books and a student-created rocking chair to mark his retirement.
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