Reinventing the Rural Education Experience

South Texas education collaborative

My students.

Your Students.

OUR STUDENTS.

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.

What Students Say

Student and Family Perspectives| Captured 2021

Designed to help students thrive.

Award Winning Programs

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.

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

College and Career Resources

Important information and helpful links for RSIZ students.

Interest Form

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

Five Districts. One Vision. Unlimited Potential.