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Name:   Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy (Aurora, IL)
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High School, Alternative
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http://www.imsa.edu
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1500 W Sullivan Road Aurora, Illinois 60506 Phone: 630-907-5000
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The Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy (IMSA) is a public coeducational residential school for grades 10-12, located in Aurora, Illinois. It is an internationally recognized pioneering educational institution created by the State to develop talent and stimulate excellence in teaching and learning in mathematics, science and technology. IMSA's residential educational program serves Illinois students talented in mathematics and science; its professional development Center (The Center @ IMSA) serves schools, educational systems, teachers and students in Illinois and beyond. IMSA is both a public residential "preparatory institution" for academically talented students and a "catalyst and laboratory for the advancement of teaching" statewide, with responsibility “to stimulate further excellence for all Illinois schools in mathematics and science."
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Last Updated
 
 
10/26/2006
 
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IMSA's tuition-free residential educational program enrolls a diverse student body of 650 from all areas of Illinois; admission is highly competitive. The Center @ IMSA provides professional development programs for mathematics and science teachers and enrichment programs for elementary, middle and high school students. These are offered at IMSA, at sites throughout Illinois and online. IMSA also serves Illinois policymakers; for example, IMSA co-led the development of the Illinois Learning Standards and the creation of the Illinois Virtual High School and International Career Academy.
 
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