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STISD is consistently ranked among the best in the state and nation.

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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.

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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.

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STISD schools maintain an open enrollment policy, meaning any student that wants to attend one of our six campuses can as long as he or she resides within the tri-county area we serve.

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At STISD, meet curious, collaborative and driven students just like you.

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At STISD, there's more to experience than solely academics. Explore what life is like as an STISD student, and be part of the many extracurricular competitive activities and social clubs.

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STISD seeks to employ individuals who are committed to serving students and our communities, and can help advance our goals of consistently learning and always innovating.

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By being employed at STISD, one gains the opportunity and the responsibility to make a difference within the world of education and student growth.

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The community here at STISD 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 STISD community is the perfect match and offers endless opportunities.

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Cynthia Chairez - Principal at World Scholars

Dr. Cynthia Chairez

Dr. Cynthia Chairez resides in the small town of Santa Rosa, Texas, and is the proud mother of two boys, Jeremy and Corbin.

Dr. Chairez received a Bachelor's in English, a Master's in Educational Administration, and an Ed.D. in Educational Leadership. In her 20 years as an educator, she has served as a middle and high school English teacher, elementary instructional facilitator, high school dean of instruction, director of accountability, and high school principal.

Her belief is that all students are destined for greatness through post-secondary schooling and in future careers, and her goal is to inspire all staff and students to be passionate about learning and continued growth both personally and professionally.

Dr. Chairez is excited to be leading South Texas ISD's World Scholars campus. Go Lions!