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Dr. Stephanie Marshall - Educational Reform Act 1985

Dr. Stephanie Marshall served as the CEO/President of the Illinois Math Science Academy from its inception in 1986 through her retirement in 2007. She gives a detailed discussion of the school's early days, including the legislative discussions in 1984-85, and the school's phased start, adding one grade level each year. She also discusses the development of a curriculum, the selection process for students, the hiring of the staff, the organization of the residential halls, scheduling challenges, extra student activities, and the creation of a unique learning environment.

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This is a Campus aerial picture of the Illinois Math Science Academy.

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Aurora, Illinois

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Unknown

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This image is considered to be in the public domain.

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This is an inside photo of the Illinois Math Science Academy.

Where:

Aurora, Illinois

When:

Unknown

Ownership:

This image is considered to be in the public domain.