Send us a text In this episode of TransformED with StepUp, Valorie Montgomery and Sue Herrera sit down with Michael Gonzalez, Executive Director of the Rural Schools Innovation Zone (RSIZ). With more than 30 years in education, Michael leads a groundbreaking collaboration among rural districts in South Texas—one that’s creating real-world, high-impact opportunities for students through shared academies and innovative career pathways. Michael shares how the Zone came to life, what makes its mo...
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Send us a text In this episode of TransformED with StepUp, Valorie Montgomery and Sue Herrera sit down with Michael Gonzalez, Executive Director of the Rural Schools Innovation Zone (RSIZ). With more than 30 years in education, Michael leads a groundbreaking collaboration among rural districts in South Texas—one that’s creating real-world, high-impact opportunities for students through shared academies and innovative career pathways. Michael shares how the Zone came to life, what makes its mo...
In this TransformED with StepUp episode, part of our Meet the Mind series, we introduce you to Sara, a dedicated member of our StepUp Consulting team. Sara shares her passion for education and her "why" — the motivation that drives her commitment to supporting educators who make a profound impact on students' lives. Sara highlights how StepUp Consulting’s MATT Tool is a game-changer for districts, helping them stay aligned with learning standards and on track for success. Get to know Sara's i...
TransformED with STEP Up
Send us a text In this episode of TransformED with StepUp, Valorie Montgomery and Sue Herrera sit down with Michael Gonzalez, Executive Director of the Rural Schools Innovation Zone (RSIZ). With more than 30 years in education, Michael leads a groundbreaking collaboration among rural districts in South Texas—one that’s creating real-world, high-impact opportunities for students through shared academies and innovative career pathways. Michael shares how the Zone came to life, what makes its mo...