Courses labeled “AP” are Advanced Placement courses designed to prepare students for the College Board Advanced Placement examinations. They are the equivalent of college level courses, and taking the AP examination (an additional fee of approximately $95 per test) is required.

In order to enroll in an AP course, a student must be placed in the course according to departmental guidelines. Enrollment in AP courses is not automatic. Student performance, assertiveness in class, level of commitment in prerequisite classes, performance on standardized tests, and teacher recommendations are factors considered for most classes.

Students must submit this application by January 27, 2021, to be considered for enrollment in AP courses.

Applicants who have not been placed in an AP class may petition an appeal process regarding placement.  The appeal must be filed by the student to his/her counselor by March 15. Placement decisions will be determined before the end of the school year. New information (improved grades, updated standardized tests, etc.) will be asked by the appeals committee to indicate what factors have changed to be considered in its placement decision.