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WHY TAKE AP?

WHY TAKE AP?. College Night 2012 Ms. Stacy Nolan sanolan@carrollk12.org. CCPS AP Philosophy Statement.

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WHY TAKE AP?

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  1. WHY TAKE AP? College Night 2012 Ms. Stacy Nolan sanolan@carrollk12.org

  2. CCPS AP Philosophy Statement “The advanced placement program offers college-level courses to students with the interest, skill, ability, dedication, and work ethic to prepare them for educational opportunities beyond high school.”

  3. What’s in this Session? Why Take AP Classes? What support is available to your student? What courses are offered?

  4. The US Dept of Education found the following in a 2007 study: Why? 2+ 0 1 Students who take ___ AP classes in HS have a ___% chance of completing a BS/BA. 33 59 76

  5. Your Student needs to STAND OUT!!! Why? 28,000 applied Of those 12,000 accepted 12,000 accepted 71% - Top 10% in class 42% (#31 or better at LHS) 91% - Top 25% in class (#77 or better at LHS)

  6. Your Student needs to STAND OUT!!! Why? The statement below was taken directly from the UMD admissions website: Successful applicants typically present academic credentials which exceed the minimum, including: several honors and/or Advanced Placement (AP/IB) courses, and additional academic electives.

  7. Your Student needs to STAND OUT!!! 15,000 applied Of those 10,000 accepted 10,000 accepted 24% - Top 10% in class 63% (#31 or better at LHS) 56% - Top 25% in class (#77 or better at LHS)

  8. Your Student needs to STAND OUT!!! 7,500 applied Of those 4,000 accepted 4,000 accepted 23% - Top 10% in class 54% (#31 or better at LHS) 58% - Top 25% in class (#77 or better at LHS)

  9. What Does All This Mean? “As colleges look to define rigor and it’s relationship and location in a high school education, the only Universal and National standard of comparison is AP courses” • To get admitted into a school of choice, students must set themselves apart from the rest… • What helps? Unique Transcript GPA Class Rank AP Courses

  10. A Word from the Pros on the Benefits of AP… • More well prepared • Higher College GPA • More Focused coursework • More schedule Flexibility • Improved Thinking/Learning Skills • Housing priority • Greater Confidence during 1st semester • Students are more involved • Extra space for other courses • Highly developed reading skills Stevenson McDaniel McDaniel

  11. What Can I Expect from AP? Critical Thinking Emphasis Increased Rigor Time Management Skills College Level Work w/ High School Level Support

  12. What will the teachers expect? • A student that has achieved a B or better in prerequisite/subject matter courses • A student that is excited about taking a challenging course to increase their success during the freshman year of college • A student with the ability to analyze content, draw comparisons, and reason through problems • A student able to read perceptively and independently and write clear, concise essays • A student that has interest in the subject matter • A student that aims to earn AP credits toward college courses by taking the test

  13. What makes a student successful in AP courses? • Academic Preparation (successful completion of pre-requisites/related subjects with a B or better) • Disciplined work habits • Organization • Time management skills • Prioritization of commitments • Motivation • Independent thinking • Parental support

  14. What supports are available for your AP Student? Flex/SET Review Sessions After School Review Study/Review Books AP Central for Students

  15. What types of courses are offered?

  16. Other Tidbits from our local Universities Admissions Staff: • Looking for AP courses in the senior year • Courses first then grades second • Major red flag = all honors and NO AP • Concurrent Enrollment helps credit count , but AP courses are better prep for the rigor of college • Exam scores do not affect admission-they only effect college credit • Taking the test shows initiative and follow through

  17. It’s Up to YOU What will your Student do???

  18. How can I assist my child with doing well in AP courses? • Focus on the learning, not on the grade • Do not allow them to overload their schedule with too many AP courses and/or other activities • Participate in college and AP planning with your child and their advisor, counselor, or teacher- look into what specific colleges want • Encourage preparation for AP courses early • Help him or her schedule time wisely • Encourage and require strong study skills • Set up a good study atmosphere • Help students gain access to study aides (review books)

  19. Statistics & Quotations provided by: • US Department of Education Survey • University of Maryland Website • US News & World Report Website • Stevenson Admissions counselor • McDaniel Admissions counselor

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