Proviso Mathematics and Science Academy Alumni Association

Proviso Mathematics and Science Academy Alumni Association Disclaimer: THIS IS NOT THE OFFICIAL PMSA FACEBOOK PAGE! This page was created by alumni. DISCLAIMER: This is not the OFFICIAL PMSA page.

This page was created by students for students, community members of Proviso Township. Proviso Mathematics and Science Academy (or PMSA) is a magnet high school in Forest Park, Illinois, USA. It is the third and newest school in the Proviso Township High Schools District 209. It serves students in many towns in western Cook County including Forest Park, Broadview, Maywood, Melrose Park, Stone Park

, Hillside, Bellwood, and Westchester among others. PMSA opened its doors to 126 freshmen in 2005. The school is located at the corner of Roosevelt Road and First Avenue (which is also Illinois Route 171 at that location). The academy accepts students through an admissions program including standardized tests, grades, teacher recommendations, and an essay. PMSA's curriculum is informed by that of the Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy. The curriculum focuses on Science, Math, Technology, Arts, and Foreign Languages. PMSA teaches ILASS (Integrated Language Arts And Social Studies). They also teach Physics First, which introduces freshmen to physics before studying chemistry and biology. The school mascot is Monty the Python; school colors are purple and white. As there are no sports facilities at the Academy, students play sports at either Proviso East or Proviso West. PMSA's extra curricular activities include student council, yearbook club, drama club, dance club, anime club, newspaper club, robotics club, Key Club, Go Green club, UPBEAT (the school's Gay-Straight Alliance), peer mediation, book club, chorus, travel club, orchestra, and spoken word club.

153 people were interested in an 2027 All-Class Picnic and we know that we can pull this off but we’ll need some help. F...
07/24/2026

153 people were interested in an 2027 All-Class Picnic and we know that we can pull this off but we’ll need some help. Fill out the interest form today: www.tinyurl.com/PMSApicnicreg!

This form will capture alumni contact information and interest. We’ll follow up with more details next month. Please share, especially with those who aren’t on social media and flood your timelines and high school text groups with 💜 and 🤍! 🐍

WE HEARD Y’ALL WANT AN ALL-CLASS PICNIC! Let’s get to planning for 2027! If you’re interested in joining the planning co...
07/22/2026

WE HEARD Y’ALL WANT AN ALL-CLASS PICNIC!

Let’s get to planning for 2027! If you’re interested in joining the planning committee, like this post and we’ll get a group going.

Don’t flake or complain now, comment below if you’d help us bring this to life!

PMSA Class of 2016 Reunion Update 🐍Tickets are officially SOLD OUT thank you so much to everyone who purchased! We’re so...
05/05/2026

PMSA Class of 2016 Reunion Update 🐍

Tickets are officially SOLD OUT thank you so much to everyone who purchased! We’re so excited to celebrate with you all 🥳✨

If you weren’t able to get a ticket yet, please message Brian Miller Jr. privately and the committee will do our best to accommodate you if possible.

The committee is currently planning decorations, games, and prizes and we want this to be a night to remember! If you have any ideas or suggestions, feel free to reach out as we’d love your input 💡

Also, don’t forget to start posting your high school throwback pictures in the group 📸 Let’s take a trip down memory lane!

Can’t wait to see everyone! 🎓✨

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of PMSA alum, Malik Thurman (PMSA ‘11). Thurman’s classmates describe...
04/08/2026

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of PMSA alum, Malik Thurman (PMSA ‘11). Thurman’s classmates described his as a “kind soul, deep thinker, passionate, and patient leader both in and outside of the classroom.”

Hailing from Bellwood, Ill. Thurman was the star Quarterback of the Proviso West High School Panthers Football program in 2009 and 2010 leading the program to the IHSA playoffs for the first two times in school history. A dynamic student-athlete, he was also a standout leader on Proviso West’s Wrestling program receiving all-state recognition.

We’ll miss Malik and are keeping the Thurman family, who are true pioneers of giving back and helping develop leaders in the Proviso community, in our prayers. 💜🙏🏽

🎉 PMSA Class of 2016 10 Year Reunion 🐍Hey everyone! Our PMSA Class of 2016 10 Year Reunion is officially happening, and ...
03/30/2026

🎉 PMSA Class of 2016 10 Year Reunion 🐍

Hey everyone! Our PMSA Class of 2016 10 Year Reunion is officially happening, and we’re excited to bring the family back together. We can’t wait to see everyone and celebrate like only 2016 can! 💜💛

If you have any questions comments or concerns please reach out to some of the organizers listed below:

Sunjay Ghai
Janay Mae
Nikeiya Stiff
Shelvin Newsome
Gladys Kay
Vincent Puente

03/13/2026

⭐ PMSA Student Spotlight: Joshua F.
Joshua is a junior at PMSA who balances academics and athletics with excellence. He is a member of the Proviso West baseball team and also plays travel baseball, all while maintaining an impressive 4.4 GPA.

Joshua says his most memorable part of PMSA has been meeting new students and making friends, and he appreciates how helpful and understanding his teachers are.

After high school, Joshua plans to attend college, continue playing baseball, and study marketing or sports management. His top college choice is Northern Illinois University, though he wouldn’t mind attending somewhere warm.

Fun fact: Joshua enjoys bowling in his free time. 🎳⚾

01/30/2026

Volunteers Needed — PMSA Alumni & Community

When I Glow Up, a community-based nonprofit founded by PMSA alum Jazmond Miller is working to support PMSA seniors in need by providing a fully sponsored prom experience on April 24, 2026.

The organization is currently seeking volunteers and service support to help make this experience possible. If you are interested or know someone who may be able to assist, please reach out to Clarinda Avila or Jazmond Miller directly.

Current needs include:
• Barbers
• Hair stylists
• Nail artists
• Event volunteers (day-of support)
• DJ
• Balloon décor support

This is an opportunity for alumni and community members to reconnect, give back, and support students who may not otherwise be able to participate in prom due to financial barriers. Many of us are thriving — this is a chance to reach back and uplift the next generation of PMSA Pythons.

Thank you in advance for any leads, support, or connections.

— When I Glow Up

PMSA Class of 2015! It’s time for that 10 year reunion! Details below, reach out to any class member. 💜🤍🐍
08/10/2025

PMSA Class of 2015! It’s time for that 10 year reunion! Details below, reach out to any class member. 💜🤍🐍

05/16/2025

📣 Welcome, Dr. Jorge J. Sanchez! 🎉

Please join us in giving a warm Proviso welcome to Dr. Jorge J. Sanchez, the new Principal of Proviso Mathematics and Science Academy (PMSA)!

Dr. Sanchez brings a powerful blend of experience, heart, and vision to PMSA, with a deep commitment to equity, academic excellence, and student success. We’re thrilled to have him join the Proviso family!

📅 He officially begins his role on July 1, 2025.

👉 Click the link below to read the full press release and learn more about Dr. Sanchez’s inspiring journey and vision for PMSA:
🔗https://secure.smore.com/n/z68q2-proviso-press-release

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