December 2025 BoardBits

The STISD Board of Directors and administration recognized the STISD Medical Professions 'Grillin' Angels' Cook-off team, who competed in and won first place overall for the third year in a row in the high school division in the Los Fresnos Rodeo Cowboy Cook-off.

The team includes Medical Professions students Lilliann Olvera, Aniel Rojas, Frida Gomez, Alexandra Ocanas, Jerry Espinoza, Eduardo Gonzalez, Karina Gracia, Hailey Perez, Giselle Reyes, and Medical Professions Culinary Arts instructor Chef Maria Garza.

At the Dec. 2 regular Board meeting (rescheduled from Nov. 18), STISD continued its practice of honoring the district's Veterans at the monthly board meetings by inviting them to lead the pledges of allegiance. At this meeting we recognized STISD Police Officer Jayson Rivera.

Jayson Rivera enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps in 2008 and served four years in personnel administration roles at Camp Lejeune and Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, where he supported senior leadership as an Administration Chief. His honors include the Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal, Navy Unit Commendation, and Expert Rifle Badge, along with Global War on Terrorism and National Defense Service medals.

Thank you for your service, Officer Rivera!

The Science Academy Esports team has been ranked No. 1 in the nation in the Final USA TODAY Sports/PlayVS Super 25 Esports Rankings. 

Congratulations to our Esports athletes, coaches and programs!

STISD 8th-graders + Families: 

The STISD High School Selection process for the 2026–2027 school year opens for current STISD 8th-graders on Monday, Jan. 12, through Skyward Family Access.

Parents/guardians can log in to select their child’s high school of choice through Thursday, Jan. 22.

To help you make an informed decision, all STISD high schools will host Open Houses during the selection window. 

Families are welcome to attend one—or as many as you’d like—to tour campuses and learn more about programs, extracurricular activities, and student life.

Save the Dates:
Tuesday, Jan. 13 | World Scholars | Edinburg
Thursday, Jan. 15 | Health Professions | Mercedes
Tuesday, Jan. 20 | Medical Professions | Olmito
Thursday, Jan. 22 | Science Academy | Mercedes
Thursday, Jan. 22 | Virtual Academy | Location: Biblioteca Las Americas, Mercedes | Virtual Session also available

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Enrollment for the 2026-2027 School Year for all seven STISD campuses will open online through SchoolMint at 9 a.m. on Saturday, January 24.

Please note that, if you have a child already enrolled within an STISD school, you do not need to re-enroll your child for the upcoming school year. This process is for new-to-district students only. 

Click here for additional information about the enrollment process

Click here to access Volume II of the South Texas ISD College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR) Newsletter for the 2025-2026 School Year

College, Career, Military Readiness (CCMR) Newsletters are full of information, resources, tips and strategies to help our students be successful both in and out of the classroom. We welcome our entire South Texas ISD community to read these newsletters to help support and guide our students as they prepare to be CCMR and Life ready!

CCMR is an initiative introduced by the state of Texas to ensure students are well-prepared for success after high school. The program emphasizes the development of essential skills and knowledge required for college education, career readiness, and military service. It focuses on providing students with comprehensive guidance, support, and resources to explore a wide range of post-secondary pathways.

Students and parents will be able to find important information regarding graduation guidelines, Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs of study, industry-based certifications, testing requirements, scholarships, college applications and much more!