The Kansas Academy of Mathematics and Science (KAMS) was established by the Legislature in 2006, but like many good programs it is not well known to the general public.Secretary of Revenue Nick Jordan, who visited Barton County Thursday for an Ellinwood Chamber Town Hall, reminded those in attendance of the success of the state’s premier academic program for its best and brightest high school students. KAMS offers these students a residential learning experience at Fort Hays State University during their junior or senior years. One of the most exciting opportunities that KAMS has to offer is that students work with PhD faculty on research projects.