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BROWNSBURG HIGH SCHOOL Advanced Placement (AP) Dual Credit Welcome and Introductions

BROWNSBURG HIGH SCHOOL Advanced Placement (AP) Dual Credit Welcome and Introductions. “teamwork makes ….. the dream work”. Overview –AP and Dual Credit Programs Advanced Placement – What is AP and Why explore AP?

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BROWNSBURG HIGH SCHOOL Advanced Placement (AP) Dual Credit Welcome and Introductions

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  1. BROWNSBURG HIGH SCHOOL Advanced Placement (AP) Dual Credit Welcome and Introductions “teamwork makes ….. the dream work”

  2. Overview –AP and Dual Credit Programs • Advanced Placement – What is AP and Why explore AP? • Benefits of AP for our students • Current AP Offering at BHS • Dual Credit – What is Dual Credit and Why is Dual Credit different then AP? • Dual Credit Program at BHS • AP Panel – Question and Answers • Visit with AP/Dual Credit Faculty OBJECTIVES FOR TONIGHT

  3. (College Board – SAT / PSAT) • Mission is to connect students to college level content which will create opportunities • AP Program is viewed as a “cooperative educational endeavor” with high schools • Rigorous Curriculum that is relevant and embeds 21st century skills – Depth & Breadth • AP Exams – Criterion referenced “1-5” • Highly Qualified Instructors – BHS Faculty What is Advanced Placement (AP) ?

  4. Building capacity – lead up courses to AP • Pre-AP / Honors Level Courses • “Stretch” learning • Critical look at rigor versus the grade • AP Potential Letters (PSAT) • Emphasis on proper placement • Course prerequisites • Teacher Recommendations “ACADEMIC MOMENTUM”

  5. http://staffweb.brownsburg.k12.in.us/~bhsGuidance/BHS_POS_2013-2014.pdfhttp://staffweb.brownsburg.k12.in.us/~bhsGuidance/BHS_POS_2013-2014.pdf

  6. Extensive reading, critical thinking and extensive writing - productivity • Homework: approximately 1 hour per night – per AP course • Work prior to the course – “Summer Commitment” • High Academic Standards – Alignment WHAT TO EXPECT WITH AP

  7. Confidence • Study Habits – Writing Skills – Problem Solving Skills • Rigorous and Viable Curriculum • Content Knowledge vs. Letter Grades • Credit • College credit with a 3 or higher on AP Test • Move to upper level courses quicker = double major / 4 Years to Bachelors Degree • Scholarships / Application Process • Increases eligibility - students become more attractive during application process • Savings • Science and Math AP Exams – No Cost (IDOE) • Average $8-30,000 savings per year (Plus) BENEFITS OF AP COURSES

  8. Research basedfindings • HS Students who take an AP exam, regardless of performance, are more likely to earn a “B” average in their 1st year of college • Students who take AP courses and exams are much more likely to graduate in 4 years Advanced Placement Law (PL 91) • Indiana Colleges/Universities must award credit for AP Exam Scores of 3 or higher • May require a score of 4 or higher to apply credit to a specific major AP Performance and College Outcomes

  9. Art History • Studio Art (Drawing Portfolio) • Studio Art (2D Design Portfolio) • Music Theory • English Language and Composition • English Literature and Composition • Calculus AB • Calculus BC • Statistics • Biology • Chemistry • Environmental Science • Physics C • Government and Politics: Comparative • Psychology • United States History • World History • Macroeconomics • Microeconomics • Chinese Language and Culture • French Language • German Language • Spanish Language Current AP Courses at BHS (23)

  10. Class of 2016 & Beyond Complete one of the following: • Earn 4 credits in 2 or more AP courses and take corresponding AP exams • Earn 6 verifiable transcripted college credits in dual credit courses from priority course list • Earn two of the following: - A minimum of 3 verifiable transcripted college credits from the priority course list - 2 credits in AP courses and corresponding AP exams • Earn a combined score of 1750 or higher on the SAT critical reading, mathematics and writing sections and a minimum score of 530 on each • Earn an ACT composite score of 26 or higher and complete written section Classes of 2014-2015 Complete one of the following: • Complete AP courses (4 credits) and corresponding AP exams • Earn a combined score of 1200 or higher on the SAT critical reading and mathematics • Score a 26 or higher composite on the ACT • Complete dual high school/college credit courses from an accredited postsecondary institution (6 transferable college credits) • Complete a combination of an AP course (2 credits and corresponding exam) and dual high school/college credit course(s) from an accredited postsecondary institution (3 transferable college credits) Core40 With Academic Honors Diploma – AP/Dual Credit Component

  11. Brownsburg High School ** = Priority Dual Credit Course List

  12. Cost savings • $375 for 15 dual credit hours • $3000+ in savings at BSU • Prepares students for the rigor of college-level work • Fulfills Academic Honors Diploma requirement Why Take Dual Credit Courses?

  13. Most dual credit courses have prerequisites – refer to Program of Studies • Previous coursework • PSAT/SAT/ACT test scores or university entrance exam • Cumulative GPA What Are The Qualifications To Take Dual Credit Courses?

  14. Tuition costs will vary per course. Refer to the Dual Credit brochure for the most recent information. • The majority are $25 per credit hour. • Students on free and reduced lunch qualify for fee waivers for most courses. • Textbook costs are more expensive because they must be purchased. • Project Lead The Way • Biomedical courses earn credit by examination. Course fees are paid only if student qualifies. • Engineering courses can earn free dual credit through Ivy Tech. Fees will vary at other universities upon full-time enrollment as a college student. How Much Do Courses Cost?

  15. General education requirement • Elective requirement • One-to-one equivalent • Indiana Core Transfer Library (also includes AP) • http://www.transferin.net How Do Courses Transfer?

  16. Factors to consider: • Core Transfer Library • Colleges in Consideration • Selectivity • In-State, Out-of-State • Potential College Major – Plans Do Change • Rigor of Overall Course Schedule • Test-taking Ability So….AP or Dual Credit?

  17. Refer to the BHS Program of Studies for all course prerequisite requirements. Available on the high school website. • Dual credit courses generate a college GPA! • Research degree and specific course requirements at potential colleges Things To Consider……

  18. PANEL DISCUSSION Melissa Nowotarski Melinda Lawrie Nick Franklin Joe Stucker

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