State Residential High Schools for Mathematically Talented Youth
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Article by Julian C. Stanley about the establishment of state residential high schools for mathematically talented youth. He considers the recruitment of students and faculty, the curriculum, the location of the school, and competitions and special programs.
The Texas Academy of Mathematics and Science (TAMS) is a unique residential program for high school-aged Texas students who are high achievers and interested in mathematics and science.
Article by Julian C. Stanley about the establishment of state residential high schools for mathematically talented youth. He considers the recruitment of students and faculty, the curriculum, the location of the school, and competitions and special programs.
This article is part of the following collection of related materials.
Texas Academy of Mathematics and Science Collection
The Texas Academy of Mathematics and Science (TAMS) is a unique residential program for high school-aged Texas students who are high achievers and interested in mathematics and science. While living in McConnell Hall, students in this two-year program complete a rigorous academic curriculum of college coursework at the University of North Texas (UNT). This collection features a series of documents, letters, memos, and the TAMS yearbook, The Witness.