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What is AP?

College-level courses and exams…

taken during high school,
taught by specially trained teachers,
that focus on College Board approved curriculum and materials, &
that can result in college credit or advanced placement at the college level.

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How is AP different than other courses?

College-level expectations
College-level exams
College-level work load
Prep for College Board national exam

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Why take an AP Class?

Sharpen academic skills –be prepared for college-level courses
College GPA higher for students who took one or more AP classes and exams
More likely to graduate college within 4 years or less
Better performance in college if complete AP course and score a 2 or higher on AP exam

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Why take an AP Class?

Earn credit or placement for qualifying AP exam grades

exemption from introductory college courses;
Earn general ed. credits

Save on tuition costs
Earn academic scholarships and awards with AP recognition

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AP Courses

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English

Class	Teacher	Pre-requisite(s)
English Language & Composition (11^th gr)	Mrs. Walton Mrs. Johnson	Successful completion of Honors English courses or teacher permission.
English Literature & Composition (12^th gr)	Mrs. Phillips	Successful completion of Honors English courses or teacher permission.

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Math

Class	Teacher	Pre-requisite(s)
Statistics	Mr. Herbrechtsmeier	Successful completion of Algebra 2 or Algebra 2/Trig
Calculus AB	Mrs. Baskaran	Successful completion of Honors Pre-Calculus w/ a B or better.

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Science

Class	Teacher	Pre-requisite(s)
Biology (2 credits)	Mr. Metzler	Successful completion of Biology & Chemistry or teacher permission.
Chemistry (2 credits)	Mrs. Pfeiffer	Successful completion of Chemistry & Algebra 2/Trig
Physics 1 Physics 2	Mr. Connors	Successful completion of Chemistry & Algebra 2/Trig
Environmental Science	Mrs. Braya-Szela	Successful completion of Biology & Chemistry

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Social Studies

Class	Teacher	Pre-requisite(s)
Human Geography(9^th gr)	Mr. Jager Mr. Allen	None.
World History (10^th gr)	Mr. Vidas Mr. Padovich	Successful completion of US History
US History	Mrs. Day	None.
US Gov.t & Politics	Mrs. Day	None.
Psychology	Mrs. David Ms. Meyer	None.
Microeconomics & Macroeconomics	Mr. Jager	None.

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Art

Class	Teacher	Pre-requisite(s)
Studio Art -2D	Ms. Neu	Successful completion of Draw/Paint/ Printmaking 2 or Photography 2 & teacher permission
Studio Art –Drawing	Ms. Neu	Successful completion of Draw/Paint/ Printmaking 2 & teacher permission
Studio Art –3D	Ms. Sayeg	Successful completion of Ceramics/Sculpture/ Metals 2 & teacher permission.

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Music

Class	Teacher	Pre-requisite(s)
Music Theory	Mr. Gardner	Teacher recommendation.

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Computer Sciences

Class	Teacher	Pre-requisite(s)
Computer Science Principles	Mr. Mayerak	Successful completion of Algebra 1.
Computer Science A	Mr. Mayerak	Computer Science Principles

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World Language

Class	Teacher	Pre-requisite(s)
French	Mr. Laurent	Successful completion of Advanced French 3 or teacher permission.
Spanish	Mrs. Droessler	Successful completion of Advanced Spanish 3 or teacher permission.

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Thoughts from students…

“The work is very time consuming –topics are covered in depth…”
“If you haven’t taken the classes to ready [yourself] for that AP class, you’re not going to do well.”
“Always participate in class discussions…”
“…use your resources, especially your teachers.”
“Stay organized from the start…”
“Plan ahead and prioritize.”
“…you have to do your best on everything…”

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Thoughts from students…

”Keep up with the reading, it really helps“
“ “Be prepared to spend a lot of time studying, especially when it comes to tests and exams”
“If you don’t have a lot of free time outside of school, re-think your decision. You need the time to do your homework, finish lab write ups and most of all, study.”
“Be prepared to apply what you learn.”
“Meet deadlines!”
“Don’t be afraid to ask for help.”

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Things to consider…

“Are you prepared to do extra work/practice on your own?”
“Homework is independent”
“Homework is not optional –it is necessary to understand what’s going on in class.”
“Attendance is mandatory –a ton of information is missed if you miss class.”
“Don’t sign up because your friends sign up.”
Am I willing to do the summer prep/assignment?
Will I meet the deadlines?
Am I willing to take the AP exam?

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Next Steps….

Course Registration for the 2022-2023 school year will take place during the month of February.

If you are considering registering for an AP course, discuss this with teachers, your counselor, and/or a parent

Time management- consider other activities that will require your attention next year (athletics, clubs, work, etc.)

No changes will be made during registration in August 2022.