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STISD Community

Science 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 Science Academy is part of a public school district, there is no cost for students to attend the campus, and bus transportation is also free of charge.

Science Academy maintains an open enrollment policy, meaning any student that wants to attend our campus can as long as he or she resides within the tri-county area we serve.

At Science Academy, meet curious, collaborative and driven students just like you.

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At Science Academy, there's more to experience than solely academics. Explore what life is like as a Science Academy student, and be part of the many extracurricular competitive activities and social clubs.

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The community here at Science 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.

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If you are looking for spunk and excitement and non-traditional methods of learning, the Science Academy community is the perfect match and offers endless opportunities.

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Science Academy

Administrative Team

Science Academy Administration

Principal: Irma Castillo, Ed.D.
Assistant Principals: Lydia Gonzalez + Lorena Madrigal

District Administration

Superintendent: Marco Antonio Lara, Jr., Ed. D.
Deputy Superintendent: Jeff Hembree
Assistant Superintendent for Finance: Marla R. Knaub
Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources: Lissa Frausto, MBA, SPHR
Administrator for Support Services: J.P. Villarreal
Administrator for Public Relations & Marketing: Amanda Odom

Administrative Team

Virtual Graduation & P-EBT