The RSIZ is a 2024 Yass Prize Finalist!

Since 2021, the Yass Prize has recognized over 6,000 education innovators addressing the diverse needs of students across the country. Explore further to celebrate how this year’s winner and finalists contribute to a movement of exceptional and passionate education innovators making a positive impact on thousands of students across the nation.

 

The Rural Schools Innovation Zone (the RSIZ) is a first-of-its-kind partnership made up of five school districts and five institutions of higher education in South Texas. The RSIZ is a nonprofit organization designed as a sustainable collaborative to provide rural students high-quality opportunities for postsecondary success.

 

Hear from students and families about the opportunities provided by the RSIZ:

Video, 2021

 
 
 

Get to know the RSIZ in this video:

Video, 2019

 
 
 

THE RSIZ ACADEMIES

Each RSIZ academy focuses on specific exciting college and career pathways with opportunities open to all RSIZ students. Explore and learn more about each RSIZ academy below.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Contact

Interested in learning more or enrolling in an RSIZ academy? Complete our contact form

 

Student Resource

Important information and helpful links for RSIZ students.

 

Interest Form

Interested in enrolling in an RSIZ Academy? Complete a student interest form.

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