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Save the Date!
Family Day
Saturday, February 15, 2025
On Campus
Stay tuned for more information!
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Problem of the Week
Presented by Mu Alpha Theta
Problem of the Week is a new initiative by Mu Alpha Theta that releases problems to broaden your knowledge of mathematical concepts. It encourages students to develop their critical thinking skills as well as be creative in math. Done consistently, students can gain an understanding of higher-level concepts in mathematics and give them a head start in their classes. Participating in Problem of the Week can help students apply the concepts that they’ve learned in creative ways.
Find Problem of the Week #1 here, and submit your answer here.
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Students Advance in Coca-Cola Scholar Competition
Jaden Blankenship '25 and Shashi Salavath '25 have advanced to the Regional Finalist round for the Coca-Cola Scholar Competition!
Over 100,000 students applied for this prestigious honor, but only 250 were selected as regional finalists. The winners will receive $20,000 in college scholarships. Congratulations to these remarkable seniors!
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Lunar Culture Show
Presented by ASIA
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Student Show
Friday,
January 31, 2025
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Auditorium
The reception will take place following the student show in the cafeteria.
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Family Show
Saturday,
February 1, 2025
2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Auditorium
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The HBCU Experience
Wednesday, February 5, 2025
4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
IRC
Join Dr. Anita White and other graduates of historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) as they share their experiences and advice.
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Black History Month Read-In
Monday, February 10, 2025
4:30 p.m.
IRC
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Join the IRC in celebrating Black Excellence at our Black History Month Read-In featuring Mayor Richard Irvin. He will share his story and experience of what it was like to grow up in the City of Aurora, where he now serves as mayor.
Students and staff members will also recognize and highlight literature from underrepresented authors and artists. You too can participate by sharing a poem or an excerpt from a reading if you'd like! Need something to read? Visit our research guide.
This event is being co-sponsored by BSU, BHSC, CCC, the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, and the IRC.
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Badminton Informational Meeting
Monday, February 10, 2025
4:45 p.m.
E121
The Badminton coaches will be hosting an informational meeting for those looking to join Girls Badminton. Please arrive on time and plan to stay for the entire 45-minute meeting. Students must have up-to-date sports physicals submitted to the Athletic Trainer. If you are not sure if yours is up to date, please contact Josiah Douglas directly.
The coaches will also be hosting open gyms on the following dates from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. in the West Gym:
- January 28 and 30
- February 6, 11, 13, 20, 25, and 27
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Spring Sports Meeting
Thursday, February 20, 2025
7:15 a.m.
Ac Pit
If you are planning to participate in a spring sport (Boys Tennis, Girls Badminton, Boys Volleyball, Girls Soccer, Boys & Girls Track & Field) as an athlete or team manager, but you have not attended one of the previously offered athletic meetings, you MUST attend this last session or you will not be able to participate.
If you are unsure if you attended a session, please email Chris Moment at cmoment@imsa.edu so he can confirm you attended a previously offered meeting.
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Monthly PAC Meeting
Saturday, February 1, 2025
1:00 p.m.
IN2 and Zoom
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Lunar Culture Show Donations | The Asian Students in America Club (ASIA) is seeking parent volunteers to support their upcoming Lunar New Year Cultural Show at the end of the month. If you're interested in helping or contributing food, please sign up using the link below. | | | |
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Elevating Impact: IMSA's Academic Credentials
At our recent Board meetings, our Principal and Chief Academic Officer, Dr. Angela Rowley, introduced the desire to offer academic credentials at IMSA. A credential is an opportunity to demonstrate competency in a professional skill, such as research, entrepreneurship, leadership, and much more. They can be introductory (level 1), applied with a mentor (level 2), and professional excellence (level 3). We aspire to create additional pathways to earn an IMSA diploma, not solely by course credits, and make IMSA more accessible to students throughout the state in a non-residential capacity. Learn more in our November and January presentation slide decks and the academic pathways in our IMSA Vision 2033.
We are still in the early phases of developing credentials. Examples include an artificial intelligence credential that we began piloting during Intersession. This spring, we also plan on developing a research credential for students around the state of Illinois so they can have the prerequisite skills to engage in a summer research program alongside IMSA students. This semester, we intend to engage IMSA students further about where and how credentials might support their interests and development so they can experience IMSA in distinctive ways. Please don't hesitate to reach out to me (eglazer@imsa.edu) or Dr. Rowley (arowley@imsa.edu) if you have ideas or connections that will advance our vision.
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Counseling Services Presents
Triston's Tips and Tricks
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Starting the Semester Strong
Coming back and trying to start your second semester strong can often be a difficult task. However, starting on a good note is important for long-term success. Here are some tips for how you can get into a mindset to set yourself up for success:
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Work towards establishing a routine – Getting back in the swing of things and finding your routine again is important. It can help you feel more prepared and comfortable with the tasks you need to do.
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Connect with people you care about – Especially in an environment where you can feel homesick, making sure you have time to connect to family and/or friends is important. This can help you feel refreshed and motivated to stay on top of your tasks.
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Set goals for yourself – When you set goals, you give yourself something to work towards. Having something you want to achieve throughout the semester increases your motivation and makes it feel more fulfilling for you.
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Writing Center Hours
A, B & C days: 9:00 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. (closed during midday)
I days: 10:45 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
D days: 9:00 a.m. - 4:20 p.m. (closed during midday)
Tutors are also available in the halls in the evenings and on weekends as needed.
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Thank you to the students and staff who coordinated the celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King's legacy last week. Special recognition to Brotherhood Sister Circle for coordinating the event, to Tyler Rush '26 and Axel Aguilar '26 for hosting, and to Darell McGee '26 for writing the play. Watch the full program below! | |
Spring Standardized Testing
This year, sophomores and juniors will take weekday ACT-suite exams as part of the annual Illinois State Board of Education-mandated assessments. These ACT exams are replacing the SAT-suite exams taken in previous years in the spring. Sophomores will take the PreACT Secure exam, and juniors will take the ACT with Writing exam. The dates for these tests are below:
April 9 (Wednesday morning) - PreACT Secure
April 23 (Wednesday morning) - ACT with Writing
Please keep an eye on your emails for more information about these exams, including testing day reminders, resources, and the TestNav web application information that will be used to administer the exams.
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Driver Education Grade Verification | |
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The Illinois Secretary of State requires that all students who enroll in a Driver Education Program show proof that they are in good standing with their high school.
A completed Grade Verification Form is required and must be submitted before the first day of class.
If you are enrolled in the upcoming Top Driver course, or any driver's education course within the State of Illinois, and have not submitted your Grade Verification Form, please check with the Principal's Office to have your completed form finalized.
Make sure to fill out all necessary information, and signatures must be handwritten, not typed.
If you have any questions, please speak with Mrs. Katich-Rogers in the Principal's Office.
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Explore More Math!
All levels of mathematicians are encouraged to join.
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Mu Alpha Theta (MAθ) sponsors Math Circles, a program for students who want to deepen their mathematical knowledge in unique and interesting areas.
In each circle, students explore topics not typically covered in the standard curriculum, such as Vector Applications in linear algebra. They encourage critical thinking, creativity, and teamwork, building valuable skills across all study areas. It’s a great way for students to strengthen their mathematical intuition, connect with like-minded peers, and improve their mathematical skills.
Participating in Math Circles is greatly rewarding for students. It helps them learn mathematics better and improves their ability in competitive math.
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February 10 - 14 - Clash of the Halls
February 14 - Clash Pep Rally
February 15 - Family Day
February 15 -19 - Extended Break (Halls close at 3:00 p.m.)
February 17 - Academy Closed (Presidents Day)
February 19 - Halls Reopen at 3:00 p.m.
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Please email the Office of Public Affairs at officeofpublicaffairs@imsa.edu
to share what you'd like to read about in Titan Tuesday!
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Titan Tuesday
Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy
1500 Sullivan Road, Aurora, IL 60506-1000
630.907.5000 | imsa.edu
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Notice of Nondiscrimination: IMSA prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator.
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