Family Newsletter
Celebrating Our Students' Outstanding AP Exam Success!
We are thrilled to announce the exceptional performance of our students in the recent AP exams! Their dedication, hard work, and perseverance have led to remarkable achievements, and we couldn't be more proud. For more information about AP Exams and how exams are scored visit The College Board webpage.
AP Exam Results Highlights:
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AP US History
- Score 4: 1 student
- Score 3: 2 students
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ELA (English Language Arts)
- Score 4: 3 students
- Score 3: 6 students
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AP Computer Science
- Score 3: 3 students
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AP PreCalculus
- Score 4: 1 student
- Score 3: 8 students
These results showcase the incredible effort our students have put into their studies and the exceptional guidance provided by our dedicated teachers. The collaborative efforts between students and teachers have resulted in these impressive achievements, highlighting the strength of our academic programs.
A Message from our Principal, Barbara Garrett on AP Exam Success
"I am immensely proud of our students' stellar performance on the AP exams. Their achievements reflect their hard work and the unwavering support of our fantastic teachers. Together, we are reaching new heights of academic excellence. Congratulations to all!" -- Barbara Garrett, Principal
Commitment to Academic Excellence
As we celebrate these AP exam successes, we remain committed to continuing our journey toward academic excellence. Our goal is to provide a nurturing and challenging environment where all students can thrive and reach their full potential. We will keep striving to support our students and teachers in their pursuit of knowledge and excellence.
Join Our Celebration of AP Exam Achievements
Join us in celebrating the accomplishments of our students and teachers. Their success is a reflection of our school's commitment to academic excellence and our dedication to fostering a supportive and inspiring learning environment.
Thank you for being a part of our community and supporting our mission. Together, we will continue to achieve great things!
Indiana Math & Science Academy North
Receives National Recognition from
Project Lead The Way (PLTW)
for Commitment to Empowering Students
IMSA North named a distinguished school for STEM curriculum and career readiness.
Indianapolis, IN – Indiana Math & Science Academy North announced today that it has been recognized as a 2023-24 Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Distinguished School. It is one of just a few hundred high schools across the U.S. to receive this honor for providing broad access to transformative learning experiences for students through PLTW Biomedical Science & Engineering. PLTW is a national nonprofit organization that serves millions of PreK-12 students and teachers in over 12,200 schools across the U.S, aiming to make every student in every grade STEM successful.
IMSA North Principal, Barbara Garrett says "As school leaders, we are immensely proud to receive this recognition from Project Lead The Way. Being designated as a PLTW Distinguished School underscores our unwavering commitment to empowering our students through transformative learning experiences in Biomedical Science & Engineering. This honor validates our educators' hard work and dedication and reaffirms our school's mission to make every student successful in STEM. We are grateful for the opportunity to serve our students and communities and remain steadfast in our pursuit of excellence in education."
The PLTW Distinguished School recognition honors schools committed to increasing student access, engagement, and achievement in their PLTW programs. To be eligible for the designation, IMSA North had to meet multiple criteria in the 2022-23 school year such as the number of PLTW courses available to students, percent of students enrolled in PLTW, percentage of students taking more than one PLTW course, and efforts to ensure fair access to PLTW courses.
“We are honored to recognize Indiana Math & Science Academy North for their commitment to providing students with exceptional educational experiences while ensuring fair access to PLTW programs,” said Dr. David Dimmett, PLTW President and CEO. "We congratulate them on this achievement and celebrate their dedication to empowering students with the knowledge and skills to succeed, not only in STEM subjects, but also preparing them for future careers and life outside of the classroom."
PLTW high school programs prepare today’s students for the careers of tomorrow, by not only incorporating STEM skills into their learning but building students’ collaboration, teamwork and communication skills so they can be ready for whatever path they take.
Indiana Math & Science Academy North is part of Concept Schools a community comprised of PreK-12 schools, and corporate and philanthropic partners across the country united around a commitment to providing students with inspiring, engaging, and empowering learning opportunities. For more information about PLTW’s Distinguished Program Recognition, visit pltw.org/our-programs/program-recognition.
For more information on IMSA North’s PLTWBiomedical Science & Engineering program, contact their STEM Coordinator Mrs. Watson at [email protected].
About PLTW
Project Lead The Way (PLTW) equips PreK-12 students for a STEM-driven world with teacher-empowered curriculum in computer science, engineering, biomedical science, and more. For over 25 years, PLTW’s curriculum coupled with its best-in-class professional development has supported teachers in creating an environment to make every student STEM successful. As a national nonprofit organization, PLTW is proud to reach 2.5 million students in elementary, middle and high schools in all 50 states. With over 100,000 trained teachers nationwide, PLTW brings relevant, hands-on learning to classrooms across the country. For more information on Project Lead The Way, visit pltw.org.
PLTW Biomedical Science
PLTW Biomedical Science introduces high school students to medicine and human body systems, as well as the wide array of biomedical science careers. Throughout the program, students take on the same real-world challenges as biomedical science professionals, preparing them for careers in medical and health-related fields.
PLTW Engineering
PLTW Engineering empowers high school students to step into the role of an engineer and adopt a problem-solving mindset. Students engage in collaborative, real-life activities like working with a client to design a home, programming electronic devices or robotic arms, and exploring algae as a biofuel source.