Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School

Specialties

The Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School (the Academy) will create an atmosphere of celebration of knowledge where children of all backgrounds and abilities excel in all subjects, especially in math, science and technology, empowering them to succeed in the workplace in our modern high-​tech world.

Student population is 966 in grades 6 through 12

History

Established in 2004.

The Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School was chartered by the Massachusetts Department of Education in February 2004 and opened in September 2005. AMSA’s teaching model is centered on rigorous college-​oriented education for all students. AMSA’s teaching philosophy involves starting challenging abstract learning, typically expected for high school students, early in the middle school grades.

The Founders of AMSA believe that children with a wide range of abilities can achieve a world class education if given the opportunity to apply themselves diligently. AMSA’s goal is to bring quality education, typically available only at exclusive private or exam schools, to an all-​inclusive public school setting where children of diverse backgrounds can participate.

The AMSA Charter provides a detailed implementation plan that its authors put forth to cultivate an environment of higher education for all its students.