RCISD offers a unique opportunity to non-certified staff, paraprofessionals, and recent Royse City College and Career Academy graduates who complete their Associate of Arts Degree in Teaching. 

The IWU Bridge Program, paid for by RCISD, offers a Bachelor of Science Degree in Integrative Studies that prepares participants for a career in the classroom by combining local Royse City ISD training, Teachworthy CPE credits approved for college coursework, and 300 and 400-level IWU courses. 

1. Professional learning courses are designed and provided by RCISD for up to 30 hours of college credit. Courses are offered in social-emotional learning, application of technology in learning, instructional practices, and foundations, as well as an individualized seminar course. 

2. Online courses to complete an alternative certification program are provided by Teachworthy, a Capturing Kids’ Hearts partner. Included in this component is Capturing Kids’ Hearts Training provided through RCISD. After completion of the Teachworthy requirements, participants receive 10 college credit hours through IWU.

3. Certifications are available in multiple subjects and areas, and Teachworthy will work with each participant to ensure that the degree program contains the required coursework for the chosen certification.

1. Must be a current employee of RCISD or a graduating senior from our Royse City College and Career Academy

2. Complete the RCISD GYO application - coming spring 2023! 

3. The selection of candidates will be based on: 

   • Principal recommendation 

   • Interview with campus principals and the GYO Team

   • IWU review of transcripts 

   • Commitment to teach in RCISD for 3 years after graduation/certification 

4. Steps to complete after selection to the cohort:

   • Once accepted by the RCISD GYO committee, complete the FAFSA and the IWU application, including sending official transcripts to IWU for final acceptance and personalized degree plan. 

   • Financial aid or grant funding may be used to purchase books and technology.

5. Interested in becoming a part of the RCISD team? Click here to view job openings.

6. Indiana Wesleyan University - RCISD Bridge Program