IMSA Students Honor Hometown Educators
For Immediate Release, March 2003
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AURORA-- Eighty-seven Illinois educators received the 2003 IMSA Award of Excellence during a special ceremony at the Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy March 14. All were nominated by former students who now attend IMSA. Among the 2003 honorees are: (see attached list)
Each year, IMSA sophomores are invited to nominate a former educator who most challenged, inspired and supported their academic or personal growth prior to enrolling at IMSA. The educators represent both public and private schools throughout Illinois.
IMSA Principal Eric McLaren acknowledged the honorees for their contributions to IMSA students' education. "You are here with us today because one IMSA student wanted to acknowledge, thank and honor the work you have done with and for them. The students here want to thank you for caring to challenge them and nurturing their growth and possibility.”
Located in Aurora, Illinois, the Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy 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 advanced residential college preparatory program enrolls 650 academically talented Illinois students in grades 10-12. More than 16,000 teachers and 23,000 students in Illinois and beyond have benefited from IMSA's professional development and enrichment programs. IMSA serves the people of Illinois through innovative instructional programs, public and private partnerships, policy leadership and action research.