Preparatory 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.
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.
At Preparatory Academy, meet curious, collaborative and driven students just like you.
At Preparatory Academy, 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.
The community here at Preparatory 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 Preparatory Academy community is the perfect match and offers endless opportunities.
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Join us for our upcoming Parent Connection meeting on Wednesday, November 12, from 5:30–6:30 p.m. This event offers parents an opportunity to connect, learn, and gain valuable information from Workforce Solutions and Texas RioGrande Legal Aid (TRLA).
Join us on Thursday, Nov. 6, at 5:30 p.m. at the STISD Administration Building in Mercedes for an exciting presentation on “AI (Artificial Intelligence) & STISD Families: Empowering Parents for the Digital Age.” Learn how AI is shaping the world our students live in — and how you can help guide them safely and confidently.
STISD Family,
It is with great sadness that I share that one of our Science Academy students, Colin Feltis, passed away yesterday evening after being involved in a serious car accident. Prior to his time at the Science Academy, Colin also attended World Scholars for a couple of years.
Our hearts are with all family, friends and others who have been impacted by this tragedy. This is a great loss not only for Colin’s family, but for our entire South Texas ISD community. During this difficult time, it is of utmost importance that we come together as a district family to grieve and to support one another. In addition to our campus-based counseling staff at Science Academy and World Scholars, we have brought in additional counselors from across the district to support our students and staff members at both schools.
Join us for this year's STISD Dyslexia Parent Sessions hosted by the STISD Special Programs department. The series kicks off Oct. 22 with a session presented by Dr. Brenda De La Garza, Executive Director for Special Programs. The session on "Dyslexia Awareness: Empowering Parents to Support Their Learners" will be held via Zoom in English and Spanish.
STISD is hosting a Mental Health Conference on Friday, Nov. 7, from 8:30 am to 1:00 pm. Counselors and mental health professionals are invited to attend to learn more about "Paving the Way: Advancing School Mental Health Supports in South Texas." Registration is free. Click here to register.
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