August 1, 2024

The full 12-month calendar provides a more detailed view of major campus events, daily mod schedules, and school breaks. Make sure to save or print this calendar for reference. This calendar can also be found on the website along with other helpful information about special class schedules.

Download the 12 Month Calendar

Virtual Q&A Sessions

Navigating IMSA as a Downstate Family


Thursday, August 1, 2024

6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Via Zoom


Join us for an insightful meeting about the unique needs of downstate families navigating the process of sending their students to IMSA. This session offers a valuable opportunity to gain first-hand knowledge and guidance from a current downstate family with a student attending IMSA.

Join the Zoom

Sophomore Academics


Thursday, August 7, 2024

6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.


Incoming sophomores and their families are invited to join the Principal's Office leadership team for a Q&A session about IMSA academics. This session is designed to help you prepare for the start of the school year.

Join the Zoom

Past Event Recordings

Health Services at IMSA


The recorded session is now available if you could not attend the Health Services Q&A last week. Nurse Angie Shoener reviewed the health registration portal and answered questions about the health services offered at IMSA. Please use the passcode below to access the video.

Passcode: $ZA#%$5?

Watch the Recording

The "Shmen" Experience


A "shmen" is an IMSA student who skipped their freshman year to enter IMSA's incoming class as a sophomore. You can learn about unique considerations for students entering IMSA out of 8th grade in the recording below.

Watch the Recording

Eating on Campus


If you follow a vegan or vegetarian diet or have dietary restrictions like food allergies, learn helpful tips for navigating food services at IMSA.


Watch the Recording

Upcoming Due Dates

August 1

Fee payments

or payment plans

August 1

Health forms

and physicals

August 19

Final transcripts

Suggested Packing List

Suggested Packing List
Typical Room Arrangements

Welcome Week Events

As students pack their belongings, there are a few Welcome Week events to remember while planning outfits.

Convocation

August 16, 2024


Convocation is a formal assembly where the entire campus comes together to kick off the school year. Business professional attire should be worn to this event.

Day of Service

August 21, 2024


Students will attend service projects on campus and in the community.

T-shirts will be provided, but many service projects take place outside. We recommend that students have pants and closed-toed, comfortable shoes.

Carnival 2024


August 24, 2024

12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

IMSA Campus


IMSA welcomes students and their families to a free Carnival event on campus. Enjoy carnival rides, games, and food!

Summer Reading Reminder

Incoming sophomores should have received a copy of one of the summer reading options, either during orientation or by mail, as described in this handout. Please read your chosen text carefully to prepare for the first weeks of Literary Explorations I.

Did you know...

IMSA has a dedicated group of Student Leaders moving in early to prepare the campus for incoming sophomores. These students have been selected for their leadership skills and service to IMSA, acting as role models and guides for younger students.


Our Resident Student Leaders (RSLs) will be busy decorating the halls for your arrival. The Student Computing Club (SCC) will be trained to help you access campus WiFi. The Campus Activity Board (CAB), in partnership with the Student Council (StudCo), will coordinate various Welcome Week events to make your first week on campus unforgettable.


You'll meet some of these students when you move in, as they help with the move-in process!

PAC Regional Picnics

The Parent Association Council (PAC) is hosting several regional picnics for parents and students to get to know other families from their region. Join current IMSA students and parents to learn more about IMSA and enjoy food and fun outdoors with your family!

Check what region you are in!

REGION 2


This Weekend!

Saturday,

August 3, 2024

3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Mineral Springs Park,

Pekin, IL


(Rain date:

August 4, 2024

3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.)

REGION 4


This Weekend!

Saturday,

August 3, 2024

12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Southwind Park, Springfield, IL

REGION 5


This Weekend!

Saturday,

August 3, 2024

12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Italian Village, Carbondale, IL

REGION 6


This Weekend!

Sunday,

August 4, 2024

2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Lake Park,

Optimist Pavillion,

2200 Lee St.,

Des Plaines, IL

REGION 7


Sunday,

August 11, 2024

12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Fabyan Forest Preserve, Shelter #1,

1925 S. Batavia Ave., Geneva, IL

REGION 9/10


This Weekend!

Sunday,

August 4

4:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Robinson Woods South,

Shelter 2, Chicago, IL

Learn More About PAC

Titan Athletics and Co-Curriculars

There are so many things to get involved in at IMSA outside of academics. In addition to a plethora of clubs, IMSA also has numerous IHSA competitive athletic and co-curricular teams that students can join. Most teams welcome students at any experience level, so if you are looking to try a new sport, or get involved in a club or organization, don't be afraid to sign up!

View the Athletic Teams
View Co-Curriulars

The Boys Tennis Team poses with their IHSA Sectional Trophy.

The Speech Team finalists compete at Regionals.

Where will your IMSA Odyssey take you?

ILLINOIS MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE ACADEMY

1500 Sullivan Rd., Aurora, IL 60506-1000 |  630.907.5009 | imsa.edu


To ignite and nurture creative, ethical, scientific minds

that advance the human condition.

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