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Imsa 2023 Profile, Office Of College And Academic Counseling

IMSA Profile

Ranked the #1 College Prep Public High School in Illinois, the Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy (IMSA) develops creative, ethical leaders in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. As a teaching and learning laboratory created by the State of Illinois, IMSA enrolls academically talented Illinois students in its tuition-free residential Academy for grades 10-12. Students are challenged with a rigorous curriculum designed to develop them into problem solvers and critical thinkers.

Imsa 2022 Profile, Office Of College And Academic Counseling

IMSA Profile

Ranked the #1 College Prep Public High School in Illinois, the Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy® (IMSA) develops creative, ethical leaders in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. As a teaching and learning laboratory created by the State of Illinois, IMSA enrolls academically talented Illinois students in its tuition-free residential Academy for grades 10-12. Students are challenged with a rigorous curriculum designed to develop them into problem solvers and critical thinkers.

Imsa 2020 Profile, Office Of College And Academic Counseling

IMSA Profile

Ranked the #1 Public High School in Illinois and #2 in America, the Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy® (IMSA) develops creative, ethical leaders in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. As a teaching and learning laboratory created by the State of Illinois, IMSA enrolls academically talented Illinois students in its tuition-free residential Academy for grades 10-12. Students are challenged with a rigorous curriculum designed to develop them into problem solvers and critical thinkers.

Imsa 2019 Profile, Office Of College And Academic Counseling

IMSA Profile

The Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy (IMSA) fosters the discoverers. The thinkers. The innovators and experimenters. The problem-solvers of the future who can change the world through their life’s work. IMSA innovates the future of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education. It creates a strong and diverse pipeline of talented students at its tuition-free residential academy in Aurora, IL for 10th through 12th grade students. IMSA’s mission is to ignite and nurture creative, scientific, ethical minds that advance the human condition.

Imsa 2018 Profile, Office Of College And Academic Counseling

IMSA Profile

The Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy (IMSA) fosters the discoverers. The thinkers. The innovators and experimenters. The problem-solvers of the future who can change the world through their life’s work. IMSA innovates the future of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education. It creates a strong and diverse pipeline of talented students at its tuition-free residential academy in Aurora, IL for 10th through 12th grade students. IMSA’s mission is to ignite and nurture creative, scientific, ethical minds that advance the human condition.

Imsa 2017 Profile, Office Of College And Academic Counseling

IMSA Profile

"The internationally recognized Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy® (IMSA) develops creative, ethical leaders in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. As a teaching and learning laboratory created by the State of Illinois, IMSA enrolls academically talented Illinois students (grades 10-12) in its advanced, residential college preparatory program. 99.5% of graduating seniors matriculate to colleges and universities."*

*Excerpt from the IMSA 2017 Profile

Imsa 2016 Profile, Office Of College And Academic Counseling

IMSA Profile

The internationally recognized Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy® (IMSA) develops creative, ethical leaders in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. As a teaching and learning laboratory created by the State of Illinois, IMSA enrolls academically talented Illinois students (grades 10-12) in its advanced, residential college preparatory program, and it serves thousands of educators and students in Illinois and beyond through innovative instructional programs that foster imagination and inquiry. 99.5% of graduating seniors matriculate to colleges and universities. IMSA also advances education through research, groundbreaking ventures and strategic partnerships.

Imsa 2015 Profile, Office Of College And Academic Counseling

IMSA Profile

"The internationally recognized Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy ® (IMSA) develops creative, ethical leaders in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. As a teaching and learning laboratory created by the State of Illinois, IMSA enrolls academically talented Illinois students (grades 10-12) in its advanced, residential college preparatory program, and it serves thousands of educators and students in Illinois and beyond through innovative instructional programs that foster imagination and inquiry. IMSA also advances education through research, groundbreaking ventures and strategic partnerships."*

*Excerpt from the IMSA 2015 Profile

Imsa 2014 Profile, Office Of College And Academic Counseling

IMSA Profile

The internationally recognized Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy ® (IMSA) develops creative, ethical leaders in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. As a teaching and learning laboratory created by the State of Illinois, IMSA enrolls academically talented Illinois students (grades 10-12) in its advanced, residential college preparatory program, and it serves thousands of educators and students in Illinois and beyond through innovative instructional programs that foster imagination and inquiry. IMSA also advances education through research, groundbreaking ventures and strategic partnerships. (www.imsa.edu) IMSA employs 56 full-time teaching faculty members, all of whom have advanced degrees, with 44% holding doctorate degrees. In addition, …

Imsa 2012 Profile, Office Of College And Academic Counseling

IMSA Profile

Leadership Education - provides students with opportunities to become leaders within the Academy, in the community and in the world. Navigation is a forum for sophomores to process what they are experiencing in various aspects of their life at IMSA, academically, socially and emotionally. Leadership Education and Development engages all students through open classroom discussion, meaningful activities, real-life applications and personal reflection to develop their passions and impact social change. Residence Life is committed to developing students' personal and social skills along with their academic talents. The residence halls are places where living and learning meet.

Imsa 2011 Profile, Office Of College And Academic Counseling

IMSA Profile

Independent Study - is a student-selected learning experience that provides the opportunity to personalize learning beyond the IMSA course offerings. An Independent Study may be conducted by a senior (or junior with Princi- pal's permission) under the direction of an IMSA faculty member for one or two semesters.

Imsa 2010 Profile, Office Of College And Academic Counseling

IMSA Profile

Total Applied Learning for Entrepreneurs (TALENT) - provides students with experiential learning opportunities in all matters related to bringing an idea to the marketplace to solve real world problems. TALENT aims to instill the thinking patterns and mindset of an entrepreneur and to engage students in activities that include, but are not limited to, understanding intellectual property, developing a business plan, developing products, securing funding, networking, communicating ideas and starting a business.

Imsa 2009 Profile, Office Of College And Academic Counseling

IMSA Profile

Student Inquiry and Research (SIR) - is an interactive partnership that pairs students with on-campus and off-campus professionals so that they can actively investigate a topic about which they are passionate. The SIR standards focus on planning, investigating, analyzing, and communicating. Requirements include a proposal, investigation journal, active engagement, progress report, draft and final papers, presentation at IMSAIoquium, and final summaries and evaluation.

Imsa 2008 Profile, Office Of College And Academic Counseling

IMSA Profile

The internationally recognized Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy® (IMSA) develops creative, ethical leaders in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. As a teaching and learning laboratory created by the State of Illinois, IMSA enrolls academically talented Illinois students (grades 10-12) in its advanced, residential college preparatory program. It also serves thousands of educators and students in Illinois and beyond through innovative instructional programs that foster imagination and inquiry.

Imsa 2007 Profile, Office Of College And Academic Counseling

IMSA Profile

The Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy® is an internationally recognized pioneering educational institution created by the state of Illinois to develop talent and leadership in mathematics, science and technology. IMSA's advanced residential college preparatory program enrolls 650 academically talented Illinois students in grades 10-12. Nearly 21,000 teachers and 52,500 students in Illinois and beyond have benefited from IMSA's professional development programs and student enrichment/pathway programs. Located in Aurora in the high-tech corridor west of Chicago, IMSA serves the people of Illinois through unique, innovative instructional programs, public and private partnerships, policy counsel, action research, and the leadership and achievements of …

Imsa 2004 Profile, Office Of College And Academic Counseling

IMSA Profile

Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy:

• Founded in 1985 by the Illinois General Assembly, IMSA is a public residential educational program for students talented and interested in mathematics and science. Admission is competitive.
• IMSA serves 640 students in grades 10 thru 12 in an educational laboratory setting.
• As part of the overall academic experience, IMSA requires all students to reside on campus.*
• *Excerpt from the IMSA 2004 Profile

Imsa 2001 Profile, Office Of College And Academic Counseling

IMSA Profile

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Imsa 2000 Profile, Office Of College And Academic Counseling

IMSA Profile

"IMSA transforms mathematics and science education through an integrative approach to teaching and learning. Advanced courses in mathematics, science, the arts and humanities emphasize connections within and across the disciplines. Students learn to integrate content and skills, demonstrating broad knowledge of important concepts. As apprentice investigators, students engage in individual and group research in all curricular areas. The Academy offered three program pathways for the class of 2001: the Core Program, Integrative Learning Experience (ILE), and Perspectives. Each pathway was designed to provide the same essential content and rigor but varied the instructional approach. The Core Program offered stand-alone courses …

Imsa 1999 Profile, Office Of College And Academic Counseling

IMSA Profile

"IMSA transforms mathematics and science education through an integrative approach to teaching and learning. Advanced courses in mathematics, science, the arts and humanities emphasize connections within and across the disciplines. Students learn to integrate content and skills, demonstrating broad knowledge of important concepts. As apprentice investigators, students engage in individual and group research in all curricular areas. The Academy offered three program pathways for the classes of 2000 and 2001; the Core Program, Integrative Learning Experience (ILE), and Perspectives. Each pathway was designed to provide the same essential content and rigor but varied the instructional approach. The Core Program offered …

Imsa 1998 Profile, Office Of College And Academic Counseling

IMSA Profile

"IMSA, a three-year public residential educational program for students (grades 10-12) talented in mathematics and science is a founding member of the National Consortium for Specialized Schools of Science, Mathematics and Technology. As an educational laboratory, IMSA designs and tests innovative programs and methods to share with other teachers and schools in Illinois and beyond."*

*Excerpt from the IMSA 1998 Profile

Imsa 1997 Profile, Office Of College And Academic Counseling

IMSA Profile

"IMSA is the nation's only three-year public residential educational program for students (grades 10-12) talented in mathematics and science and a founding member of the National Consortium for Specialized Schools of Science, Mathematics and Technology. IMSA is an educational laboratory for designing and testing innovative programs and methods to share with other teachers and schools in Illinois and beyond. The Academy's academic building includes state-of-the-art science, mathematics, computer, instructional technology and video production laboratories, an inventor's workshop and a telecommunications classroom."*

*Excerpt from the IMSA 1997 Profile

Imsa 1996 Profile, Office Of College And Academic Counseling

IMSA Profile

"IMSA offers advanced courses and other learning experiences in mathematics, science, the arts and the humanities, with an emphasis on connections within and among the disciplines. Students learn how to integrate content and skills, demonstrating broad knowledge of important concepts. This teaching approach focuses on the quality of understanding rather than the quantity of information."*

*Excerpt from the IMSA 1996 Profile

Imsa 1994-95 Profile, Office Of College And Academic Counseling

IMSA Profile

"Real changes in education come from need and leadership. America has lots of the former and little of the latter... Occasionally, there is an opportunity to build an exemplar, one that is so powerful that it shows clearly what can be done by showing what is being done. IMSA is becoming that exemplar. When it is fully realized, it will be a blueprint for how to reconstruct education. ..." — North Central Accreditation Report, conclusion*

*Excerpt from the IMSA 1994-95 Profile

Imsa 1992-93 Profile, Office Of College And Academic Counseling

IMSA Profile

"IMSA stands as an example that excellence truly is possible. The combination of outstanding students, innovative curriculum and dedicated faculty ensures that many IMSA graduates will become leaders not only in science and technology but also in other fields. That is important because we need people in all walks of life who are comfortable with science - people who can evaluate evidence and make sensible judgments whether in a laboratory or elsewhere." Dr. Frank Press, President, National Academy of Sciences*

*Excerpt from the IMSA 1992-93 Profile

Imsa 1991-92 Profile, Office Of College And Academic Counseling

IMSA Profile

"The need to understand how the universe works is fundamental to human nature. It is also essential for safely managing the human future; but foolishly, we have designed a society based on science and technology in which hardly anyone understands science and technology. This is a clear prescription for disaster.

Our future depends on producing and encouraging highly competent, ethically responsible young scientists, as well as a much greater scientific literacy in the general public.

The Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy in Aurora, Illinois, is dedicated to meeting this challenge...

It is a gift from the people of Illinois to …

Imsa 1990-91 Profile, Office Of College And Academic Counseling

IMSA Profile

"The IMSA curriculum focuses on critical and creative problem-solving skills and has four primary goals:

... to actualize intellectual potential and to develop academic achievement, creativity and responsibility in all students;

... to approach the study of mathematics and science with rigor by exploring the breadth and depth of content using cutting- edge technologies;

... to foster interdisciplinary approaches to thinking and learning by integrating the studies of mathematics, science, social science, art and humanities;

... to practice apprentice investigation appropriate to each discipline."*

*Excerpt from the IMSA 1990-91 Profile

Imsa 1989-90 Profile, Office Of College And Academic Counseling

IMSA Profile

"The Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy is the nation's only three-year public residential high school for gifted students in science and mathematics. The Academy is a community of scholars dedicated to intellectual exploration and discovery."*

*Excerpt from the IMSA 1989-90 Profile