Rising Scholars Academy is consistently ranked among the best in the state and nation.
STISD is the only all-magnet school district in the state, and offers Valley students an educational alternative. The district provides a personal environment, a strong scholastic program and hands-on training in vocational career fields.
Because STISD is a public school district, there is no cost for students to attend one of its six campuses, and bus transportation is also free of charge.
Rising Scholars Academy maintains an open enrollment policy, meaning any student that wants to attend the campus can attend as long as he or she resides within the tri-county area we serve.
At Rising Scholars Academy, meet curious, collaborative and driven students just like you.
At Rising Scholars Academy, there's more to experience than solely academics. Explore what life is like as an RSA student, and be part of the many extracurricular competitive activities and social clubs.
The community here at Rising Scholars Academy is diverse, interactive and vibrant. We take pride in each and every position that plays a part in making our district unique and consistently ranked among the best in the state and nation.
If you are looking for spunk and excitement and non-traditional methods of learning, the Rising Scholars Academy community is the perfect match and offers endless opportunities.
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The South Texas ISD Board of Directors is partnering with the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) to conduct the search for the district’s next superintendent of schools. As part of this process, we are seeking community input to help shape the leadership profile of the superintendent who will guide South Texas ISD’s continued growth and success in the years ahead.
Welcome to Volume III of South Texas ISD’s Career and Postsecondary Readiness Newsletter for 2025–2026!
We’re excited to keep the momentum going with fresh updates, useful resources, and new opportunities to help every student stay on track toward college, career, and beyond.
STISD will open enrollment for the 2026–2027 school year at 9 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026.
Enrollment forms must be completed online at www.stisd.net. STISD is a tuition-free, open-enrollment public school district, and students residing in Cameron, Hidalgo or Willacy counties are eligible to enroll.
STISD offers families an innovative educational option through seven magnet schools across the Rio Grande Valley: two middle schools, four high schools, and one virtual campus serving both middle and high school students.
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