AP Classes

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The Advanced Placement (AP) Program offers high school students college-level coursework approved by the College Board. AP courses develop critical thinking, analytical, and writing skills, preparing students for the demands of college.

Benefits of AP:

College Credit/Advanced Placement: Earned by passing the AP exam in May (credit depends on scores and college policies).
Academic Rigor: AP courses demonstrate a challenging curriculum, strengthening college applications.
Weighted Grades: AP classes can boost GPA due to their recognized difficulty.

Taking AP courses makes students more competitive in college admissions and helps build skills essential for academic success.

General Information

When should I take AP classes?

At Antelope High School, we ask all AP students to commit to taking the course exam to boost their chance of earning a score that translates to college credit. Through extensive research, College Board and representatives for the Advanced Placement Program found that students who register for exams in the fall term instead of the spring term increased their scores of 3 or above across all significant groups. Click on the link below to find out more about the research behind fall term registration and your Student’s To-Do List:

Charting a Path to College Credit

Who should take AP classes?

The AP program is for students who possess intellectual curiosity and who seek intellectual growth. Reading and homework assignment expectations for AP classes are extensive. Students are expected to perform at the college level, particularly in the areas of writing, reading for analysis and synthesis, and test taking. Term papers and class projects are also expected students are cautioned to consider what impact the combination of employment, extracurricular activities, home responsibilities and course load might have on their academic success. Students interested in Advanced Placement courses should consult with their class teacher, or counselor.

Is the AP Program the right fit for you?

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AP Exam and Registration Information

AP Exam Payment and Registration Deadlines:

Pay/register for this year's exam

Fall AP Courses:

Payment Deadline: October 31, by 11:59 PM PST.
District Registration Deadline: November 1.

Spring AP Courses:

Payment Deadline: February 28, by 11:59 PM PST.
District Registration Deadline: March 1.

All students enrolled in an AP class are automatically registered for the corresponding exam. If you wish to opt out, please inform your AP Coordinator promptly.

Changes such as cancellations or late registrations after the deadline will incur a **$40 fee**

Students qualifying for free and reduced lunch program pay a fee of $10 for each AP exam taken (instead of the normal $100 fee). To be advised of current Free/Reduced-Lunch classification, see the Free-Lunch designation in your Aeries Accounts, or inquire in the School Office at Student Services.

Courses Offered

For even more details about our AP courses, visit the Course Catalog

Department	Grade Level	Course
Career and Technical	10-12	AP Computer Science Principles
English	11	AP English Language and Composition
English	12	AP English Literature and Composition
Mathematics	10-12	AP Calculus AB
	10-12	AP Calculus BC
	10-12	AP Statistics
Science	12	AP Chemistry
	10-12	AP Physics 1
	12	AP Biology
	10-12	AP Environmental Science
Social Science	10	AP European History
	11	AP US History
	12	AP US Government and Politics
	10	AP Human Geography
	11-12	AP Psychology
Visual Arts	10-12	AP Studio Art
World Language	10-12	AP Spanish Language and Culture

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