Glynn Academy AP Night January 17 th , 2013

1. Glynn Academy AP Night January 17th, 2013

2. Welcome and thank you • We want to welcome and thank you for coming to learn more about the College Board Advanced Placement Program and the AP Program here at Glynn Academy. • This information will be important in the coming weeks as we ask you to think about and decide what classes you need to register for , for next year at Glynn Academy.

3. What is Advanced Placement? • College level courses taught in high school. • There are 34 different AP classes offered by College Board and currently 21 offered by Glynn Academy. • AP courses are rigorous college level courses that allow students to earn college credit by making a 3,4, or 5 on a national test administered by College Board each May. • AP teachers are certified to teach courses by attending week long training classes taught by College Board.

4. Why do students enroll in AP courses? • Rigor- AP courses challenge students to reach their potential and grow toward becoming independent thinkers and problem solvers. • Relevance – AP courses are relevant to learners in today’s modern world . Students who take multiple AP courses begin to see how many disciplines are interwoven and they begin to understand some of the complexities of today’s global issues. • Interest – AP courses expose students to content that is broader and deeper than traditional high school courses. The teachers are trained to be content specialists and deliver the curriculum in a way that calls for more than memorizing facts and figures. Students will be expected to engage in intense discussions, solve problems collaboratively, and learn to write clearly and persuasively justifying their position with evidence.

5. GPA – In Glynn County, AP courses are weighted on a 5 point scale. Students earn one “quality point” for a passing grade in the course. • Admission to College-Colleges and universities look at student transcripts for evidence of challenging coursework and these students stand out in the admission process. • Earn College Credit – Students passing the AP exam with a 3, 4, or 5 can earn college credit. Be forewarned not all colleges accept all AP passing scores. • College Success – Studies show that students who took AP courses in high school are more likely to stay on track and finish within four years earning a Bachelors degree than students who did not attempt AP classes. AP colleges credits can also allow for students in college to move into upper level courses earlier and these students often are more likely to pursue a double major or study abroad.

6. Who should Enroll in AP? Students who are committed to: • learning • studying daily • have good attendance • good time management • and meet the criteria or get committee approval. Comments by Mary Belechak- AP Human Experience

7. Glynn County AP Criteria • See the chart – which is also in the course catalog and registration material • Grade level requirements – It is recommended that most 9th grade students begin with one AP class and that is AP Human Geography. 10th graders – one to three 11th graders- one to four 12th -one to four • Prerequisites – exceeding on CRCT and EOCTs as well as some specific course prerequisites • Exceptions can be made by committee of AP teacher, counselor, student, parent, and administrator.

8. AP Courses Taught at Glynn Academy English: • AP English Language and Composition-Brian Gallagher • AP English Literature and Composition –Andrea Walters

9. AP Courses Taught at Glynn Academy Foreign Languages: • AP Spanish –Cheryl Delaney • AP Latin- John Eye • AP French –Shannon Henry

10. AP Courses Taught at Glynn Academy Mathematics: • AP Statistics – Cora Warren and Mark Felton • AP Calculus AB/BC- Heath Horton

11. AP Courses Taught at Glynn Academy Science: • AP Environmental Science- Robin Hoy • AP Biology- Deborah McKeon • AP Physics – Rob Henry • AP Chemistry- Jill Coss-Truelove

12. AP Courses Taught at Glynn Academy Social Studies • AP Human Geography – Robert “Bob” Martin and Lorrie Etheridge • AP World History – Marion Cherne • AP European History- Marion Cherne • AP Psychology – Jesse Knowles • AP US History – Stacey Taylor and Marie Feazel • AP US Government and Politics – Lorrie Etheridge • AP Comparative Government- Lorrie Etheridge • AP Micro Economics – Marion Cherne • AP Macro Economics – Darren Landinguin

13. AP Courses Taught at Glynn Academy Fine Arts: • AP Art History- David Veater Thank you teachers Each teacher has a web page and you are encouraged to check out their web pages for specific information about their respective courses At this time we want you to be able to hear from some of our students: Jessica Cannon Faith Singleton

14. Profile of a Successful AP Student • Successfully completes prerequisite coursework and any summer assignments • Exceeds on prerequisite standardized test • Receives a teacher recommendation or committee override • Professes interest in subject selected • Demonstrates excellent study skills and habits • Carefully considers time commitments • Asks questions and participates in class • Perseveres when faced with challenging material • Asks for assistance when needed • Plans and works ahead on long term projects • Maintains a passing grade throughout course

15. AP Contract • Required • Commit to working hard and maintaining the Profile of a Successful AP Student • Commit to completing the course once enrolled • Encouraged to take the AP Exam in May

16. Registration – Ms. Spires 2015 Cohort Student and Parent Meeting GA Auditorium Jan. 21 6:00 -7:00 PM 2016 Cohort Student and Parent Meeting GA Auditorium Jan. 23 6:00 -7:00 PM 2017 Cohort Student and Parent Meeting GA Auditorium Jan. 28 6:00 -7:00 PM Homeroom Advisement Homerooms Jan. 30, 2014 8:20 AM - 9:00 AM Feb. 3, 2014 2:50 PM - 3:30 PM *Registration forms are due to Homeroom Advisors Feb. 3, 2014 • Petition upgrade

17. Contact Information • For further information please contact one of the following offices: • Registrar – Julie Spires • Assistant Principal of Instruction – Diann Meeks • Guidance Offices: • 9th grade – Mary Belechak • 10th grade – Angie Votsis • 11th grade – Loren Dittmar • 12 th grade – Patrice Hall

18. Questions? Thank you for coming and at this time we will be available for questions.