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Friday Mod Schedule
Please review the Mod Schedule for Friday, September 26, 2025, which has been adjusted to accommodate the Homecoming Pep Rally from 3:10 p.m. to 4:20 p.m.
Attendance at the Pep Rally is required, as it is part of the academic school day.
Please note: no sign-outs or parent pickups will be allowed until after 4:20 p.m. Residential Halls will remain closed until then.
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Oktoberfest in Lexington!
This Thursday, join us for a festive feast featuring a special Oktoberfest-themed menu at Lexington. Share a meal with friends and try some delicious new food!
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Family Day 2025
Saturday, September 27, 2025
8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
In Person
| | Lunch will be offered in the Café for purchase at $6 per person, cash/credit/debit accepted. You may also choose to leave campus for lunch. If you have questions about Family Day, please feel free to email the Principal's Office at prinoffc@imsa.edu. | | |
Free STEM Programming for K-8 Students
While adults are meeting with faculty and staff on Family Day, children in grades K-8 can participate in special STEM Programming with our Center for Teaching and Learning staff. It will be held in the West Gym from 9:00 a.m. to 12:20 p.m.
The program is FREE, but Registration is mandatory to attend. Please make sure to complete the registration form by Tuesday, September 23.
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Fall College Visits
Hosted by the CAC Office
| | Visiting with college admissions representatives when they come to campus gives students a valuable opportunity to explore a variety of schools. All sessions are open to juniors and seniors. Sophomores may attend any military school visit and any session that does not say “Seniors/Juniors ONLY.” | | |
Thursday,
October 2
Lake Forest College
University of Miami
Wabash College
Illinois Wesleyan University
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Monday,
October 6
Stony Brook University
Purdue University
Drexel University
Carnegie Mellon University
University of South Florida
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Tuesday,
October 7
Creighton University
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Monthly PAC Meeting
Saturday, October 4, 2025
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
In Person or Virtual
Passcode: 193489
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This fall break, Dr. Glazer will be leading college visits for interested students. These visits include admissions presentations, campus tours, and opportunities to connect with IMSA alumni who will share their unique perspectives on transitioning from IMSA to college life. If you are interested in visiting one of the schools listed, please sign up below.
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October 14 - Northwestern University and the University of Chicago
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October 16 - University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
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Stable Minds Equine Therapy
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
12:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Stable Minds at 43W043 Campton Hills Road, Elburn, IL
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Students are invited to participate in Stable Minds Equine Therapy. This free program provides a safe, inclusive environment where group members can connect and learn through talk therapy, experiential practices, and equine-assisted psychotherapy.
Participation is limited to 12 students on a first-come, first-served basis and requires guardian permission. Comfortable clothes and tennis shoes are recommended.
For more information or to sign up, email Alex Pratt (apratt@imsa.edu) or Stephanie Broy (sbroy@imsa.edu) with your signed waiver form.
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IMSA’s Parent Book Club brings parents together to connect, reflect, and learn alongside others who understand the unique challenges and rewards of parenting an IMSA student.
This October, we’ll be reading The Anxious Generation by social psychologist Jonathan Haidt.
If you are interested in participating, please complete the form below to let us know your availability, and suggest future titles for the Parent Book Club!
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Legends Cultural Show
Parent Volunteers Needed!
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Asian Students in America (ASIA), one of IMSA’s four culture clubs, celebrates the heritage of Asian and Pacific Island countries through events like the Legends of Asia show, Night Market, and Mid-Autumn Scavenger Hunt. Our mission is to honor Asian cultures while addressing stigmas and important community issues.
ASIA is seeking parent volunteers for the upcoming Legends Cultural Show! You can help by donating food, giving your time, or contributing funds for the student reception. Please sign up using the links below. Thank you for your support!
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Student Show
Friday, October 3, 2025
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Auditorium
Reception to follow in the Cafeteria
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Family Show
Saturday, October 4, 2025
2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Auditorium
The show will immediately follow the October PAC meeting.
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IMSA Debate has started the year strong, bringing 26 competitors to the first Illinois Congressional Debate Association (ICDA) tournament!
The team earned 13 total nominations, with several IMSA debaters receiving three or more. Congratulations to Riyan Jain ’26 for winning the First Place Chamber Award and to Meimei Litowitz ’27 for earning the Second Place Chamber Award!
Congratulations to these Titans on a strong start to the competition season!
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Aarav Shah '26 and Harish Chandar '26 are driving the continued development of the Learning Enrichment Engine, a platform designed to promote free learning opportunities for K-12 students across Illinois. Through a collaboration between the Illinois Association for Gifted Children and the IMSA, the Learning Enrichment Engine connects students and parents with enriching events and experiences around the state. Parents, educators, and event organizers can support the mission by submitting an event to the searchable list of learning experiences.
Aarav and Harish are not only driving innovation through their continued improvement and development of the site, but they are also helping students access enriching educational experiences across the state!
| | Making IMSA Accessible in New Ways | | |
Our strategic intention is to make IMSA sustainable and accessible, to Elevate IMSA Everywhere, as described in our Vision 2033 plans. However, we're not waiting until 2033 to have an impact. This infographic explains some changes from the past two years that have benefited IMSA students today.
Just last week, we ran a Board meeting in Edwardsville, thanks to the partnership we have with SIUE and area schools in the MetroEast region of the state. Dawn Waller, our Hub manager, shared a presentation about different outreach, professional development, and research opportunities we are making available to IMSA students and scholars so they may experience IMSA downstate. During that visit, it was also nice to learn from IMSA alumni who currently attend SIUE.
| | We also have Hub services in Chicago and Carbondale. Our desire is to expand services to new regions where there are gaps in enrichment services. Please don't hesitate to reach out to me at eglazer@imsa.edu if you have ideas on how we can partner with education institutions in your region to make IMSA more accessible, whether that's through outreach, professional development or research. | | |
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ITS Support Sessions
IMSA Help Desk will host special Student Support Sessions on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays during S&E in the ITS Conference Room.
These special Student Support sessions will continue until September 19. Staff and Faculty are also welcome to come for help during these hours.
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Writing Center Hours
The Writing Center is open! Students can work with peer tutors on essay composition, organization, and proofreading.
The Writing Center is located in A109, next to the CAC Office, and the hours are:
A Day: 9:00 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
B Day: 9:00 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
I Day: 10:45 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
C Day: 9:00 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
D Day: 9:00 a.m. - 4:20 p.m.
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DC Intersession Trip
Scientific Inquiry and Alumni Engagement at the Nation’s Capitol
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Explore science and engineering in Washington, DC! Connecting with students at fellow STEM schools and IMSA alumni in their work environments. Students will also visit the Smithsonian Museum, national landmarks, historical monuments, and embrace the vibrant international culture of our nation’s capital.
Note: This trip may involve students sharing their research with peers at another school. Students involved in research projects will have priority access.
Primary Travel Destination: Washington, D.C.
Tentative Travel Dates: January 5-11, 2026
Prerequisites: Junior or Senior in good academic standing
Student Program Fee: $2,000
Primary Sponsor: Dr. Evan Glazer, IMSA President
Additional Sponsor: Tami Armstrong, Chief Public Affairs and Development Officer
| | Self-Care for Student Success | | |
Student Health Services has noticed a concerning trend among our students. The majority of the students visiting the office are exhibiting physical symptoms, including weakness, headaches, dizziness, a runny nose, and a sore throat.
In addition to the typical “back-to-school illnesses” that many are facing, we are seeing declining self-care habits such as inconsistent sleep, unbalanced nutrition, inadequate hydration, and irregular exercise based on what the students have shared. In the classroom, teachers have noticed an increase in fatigue and poor concentration. Some students have even reported overconsumption of caffeine.
Such consumption can negatively affect students' sleep, functionality throughout the school day, as well as increase anxiety. Neglecting vital, daily routines can have a significant impact on overall health, academic performance, and emotional well-being.
Here’s the GOOD NEWS…small, intentional changes can make a BIG difference! Learn more about the Health Office's recommendations for connecting with students and promoting their self-care.
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September 26 - Homecoming Pep Rally (afternoon assembly schedule)
September 27 - Family Day and Homecoming Dance
October 3 - Legends Culture Show and Reception
October 4 - Legends Culture Show (Parent Show)
October 10 - Alumni Awards Assembly; End of First Quarter
October 11-18 - Fall Break
October 19 - Halls Reopen
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