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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 seven 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 seven 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.

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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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STISD's Fall 2025 Campus Showcases: Get to know your options!

Join us on the following Saturdays in November for Fall Campus Showcases:

Saturday, Nov. 8: Fall Campus Showcase at Rising Scholars Academy (San Benito)
Saturday, Nov. 15: Fall Campus Showcases at Medical Professions (Olmito) + Preparatory Academy (Edinburg) and World Scholars (Edinburg)

Campus Showcases will include tours, family-fun activities and more.

Click here for additional information about these events.

If you can't make the events listed above, or you don't see your campus of interest in this list, use the links below to request an individual tour!

Interested in an individual tour?

Click on the 'Request a Tour' button listed within your campus of interest.

Contact information is included below.

South Texas ISD Health Professions | Mercedes | Grades 9-12

South Texas ISD Medical Professions | Olmito | Grades 9-12

South Texas ISD Preparatory Academy | Edinburg | Grades 6-8

South Texas ISD Rising Scholars Academy | San Benito | Grades 6-8

South Texas ISD Science Academy | Mercedes | Grades 9-12

South Texas ISD World Scholars | Edinburg | Grades 9-12

South Texas ISD Virtual Academy | 100% virtual | Grades 6-12

South Texas Independent School District Central Administration

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