AP ENGLISH – LANGUAGE & COMP* – L8101 & L8102
Length/Credit(s): 2 semesters / 1.0 LA credit
Grade(s): 11 or 12
Prerequisite(s): None
Fee: AP Exam fee due in the Fall; fee assistance available
NCAA approved

Unlike more literature-based English classes, this course concentrates almost exclusively on nonfiction. You will learn the differences between rhetorical and literary analysis (we’ll be focusing on the former) and develop critical thinking and writing skills that will serve you academically across disciplines. You will have the opportunity to analyze writing in new ways and will work on crafting your own opinions on topics that affect contemporary society. This practice encourages you to become lifelong thinkers and members of an educated audience, which in turn helps you to be successful in college and beyond. Reading material may include mature subjects and themes. Students are expected to register and pay in the fall to take the national AP Exam in May.

(*) Denotes Weighted Grade Course

AP ENGLISH – LITERATURE & COMP* – L8201 & L8202

Length/Credit(s): 2 semesters / 1.0 LA credit
Grade(s): 12
Prerequisite(s): None
Fee: AP Exam fee due in the Fall; fee assistance available
NCAA approved

The AP program in English Literature is a national program designed to serve students who wish to pursue college-level studies while in high school. AP English Literature encourages high achievement in English and offers students the opportunity to receive college credit and placement. The course focuses on close readings of novels, plays, and poetry from the Renaissance to the present. Students will respond in class discussions and in essays to authors such as Donne, Shakespeare, Spenser, Milton, Bronte, Dickinson, and Hurston. Students in this course are expected to register and pay in the fall to take the national AP Exam in the spring.

(*) Denotes Weighted Grade Course

AP BIOLOGY* – C4901 & C4902

Length/Credit(s): 2 semesters / 1.0 SC credit

Grade(s): 10, 11 and 12

Prerequisite(s): A or B in Chemistry / STEM Chemistry or instructor recommendation. Prior year of Biology and AP course recommended

Fee: AP Exam fee due in the Fall; fee assistance available

NCAA approved

Dual Credit Available through PCC BIO 101 and 102

This biology course is intended as a continuation for students who have already successfully passed Biology and/or STEM Chemistry. This lab-intensive class helps students answer the following questions: How can DNA evidence be used to help solve crimes? How can we insert a gene from a jellyfish into a bacterium and make it glow? How did different skin pigmentations evolve? This class will cover topics in biochemistry, cells, energy transformations, molecular biology, genetics, evolution, and ecology. A third of our class is spent in the lab doing science. This course is designed to challenge students and prepare students for success in college-level science courses. After completion of this course, students are encouraged to continue to take AP science courses or other science electives.

NOTE: An AP course requires independent study and effort to prepare for the national exam in May. Students in this course are encouraged to register for and take the National AP Biology Exam. The exam fee is collected in the Fall - assistance is available. 

(*) Denotes Weighted Grade Course

AP CHEMISTRY* – C5901 & C5902

Length/Credit(s): 2 semesters / 1.0 SC credit

Grade(s): 10, 11, and 12

Prerequisite(s): STEM Chemistry (or Chemistry 1 with instructor approval)

Fee: AP Exam fee due in the Fall; fee assistance available

NCAA approved

This chemistry course is intended as a continuation for students who have successfully passed a chemistry class, preferably STEM Chemistry. This course covers the major topics of chemistry with greater depth and a considerable emphasis on chemical calculations and lab skills. It is intended to be the equivalent of a first-year college chemistry course and prepares all students to take the AP Chemistry Exam in May. Our curriculum follows the learning objectives given to us by The College Board, and includes the following topics: atomic structure and properties, bonding, chemical reactions, kinetics, thermodynamics, equilibrium, acids and bases, and electrochemistry. After completion of this course, students are encouraged to continue to take AP science courses or other science electives. AP Chemistry does have a summer review assignment; please visit or email the instructor in June.

NOTE: An AP course requires independent study and effort to prepare for the national exam in May. Students in this course are encouraged to register for and take the National AP Chemistry Exam. The exam fee is collected in the Fall - assistance is available.

(*) Denotes Weighted Grade Course

AP PHYSICS 1* – C6931 & C6932

Length/Credit(s): 2 semesters / 1.0 SC credit

Grade(s): 10, 11, and 12

Prerequisite(s): Completion or concurrent enrollment in AGS 3 (or higher math)

Note: AP Physics 1 and AP Physics 2 can be taken in any order

Fee: AP Exam fee due in the Fall; fee assistance available

NCAA approved

This physics course is intended for students who are either interested in furthering their understanding of physics and/or have taken AP science courses and have yet to complete a physics course.  AP Physics 1 is equivalent to the first semester of an algebra-based college physics class but is taught over an entire school year. This will be a highly accessible class for students interested in trying an AP class because it will move at a slower pace than the typical AP class.  AP Physics 1 is a lab-based class that will include multiple hands-on activities and/or projects. Some of the topics included in this course are: electricity, forces, rotational motion, gravity, work, energy, and waves.

NOTE: An AP course requires independent study and effort to prepare for the national exam in May. Students in this course are encouraged to register for and take the National AP Physics 1 Exam. The exam fee is collected in the Fall - assistance is available. 

(*) Denotes Weighted Grade Course

AP ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE* – C7901 & C7902

Length/Credit(s): 2 semesters / 1.0 SC credit

Grade(s): 10, 11 and 12

Prerequisite(s): Chemistry and Biology (or concurrent enrollment)

Fee: AP Exam fee due in the Fall; fee assistance available

NCAA approved

Extended Application Offered

Free PCC Dual Credit Offered

This environmental science course uses all of the science you have learned to look at problems in the world from a scientific viewpoint and propose solutions.  Here are some examples of what you will study:  mining, climate change, agriculture, populations, pollution, energy, fishing, and forestry practices.  Want to learn how to make a difference in our world?  This is the course for you!

NOTE: An AP course requires independent study and effort to prepare for the national exam in May. Students in this course are encouraged to register for and take the National AP Environmental Science Exam. The exam fee is collected in the Fall - assistance is available. 

(*) Denotes Weighted Grade Course

AP U.S. HISTORY* – S4101 & S4102

Length/Credit(s): 2 semesters / 1.0 SS credit

Grade(s): 10,11, 12

Prerequisite(s): None

Fee: AP Exam fee due in the Fall; fee assistance available

NCAA approved

AP U.S. History will survey the cultural and political history of the United States. Using college-level materials and historical analysis, this class will help students develop advanced academic skills. Considerable reading (20-40 minutes every other day), writing and research will be involved. Students in this course are expected to register and pay in the Fall to take the National AP Exam in May. 

(*) Denotes Weighted Grade Course

AP GOVERNMENT & POLITICS: UNITED STATES* – S5151 & S5152

Length/Credit(s): 2 semesters / 1.0 SS credit

Grade(s): 10, 11, and 12

Prerequisite(s): None

Fee: AP Exam fee due Nov.; fee assistance available

NCAA approved

The purpose of this class is to show students how the world they live in is interconnected to the political structure and system of government. You will leave this class being able to understand how the current events in the news pertain to you and the functioning of our country every day. You will also develop your own political philosophies in regards to the role of the government. Topics covered include how political parties and interest groups impact politics. How different political opinions influence the lawmaking process. How the three branches of government connect to our daily lives. This is an interactive class every day. Daily class revolves around discussions and interactive assignments to apply government to current issues. Students in this course are encouraged to register to take the National AP Exam in May, but taking the exam is not mandatory for signing up for the class. 

(*) Denotes Weighted Grade Course

AP MICROECONOMICS 1* – S6221

Length/Credit(s): 1 semester / .5 SS credit

Grade(s): 11, 12

Prerequisite(s): None

Fee: AP Exam fee due in the Fall; fee assistance available

NCAA approved

Do you want to understand how prices are created? The purpose of the course is to give students a thorough understanding of the principles of economics that apply to the functions of individual decision makers both consumers and producers, within the economic system. Microeconomics is a one-semester college-level course that will grant four college credits (OUS system) when the AP test is taken and passed with a score of three or higher. This social studies course does not require any past AP experience. Students in this course are expected to register and pay in the Fall to take the National AP Exam in May. 

(*) Denotes Weighted Grade Course

AP MACROECONOMICS 2* – S6212

Length/Credit(s): 1 semester / .5 SS credit

Grade(s): 11, 12

Prerequisite(s): AP Microeconomics or Economics

Fee: AP Exam fee due in the Fall; fee assistance available

NCAA approved

Dual Credit Available through Oregon Tech ECON 202

Do you want to understand how interest rates and international trade affects the U.S. economy? The purpose of the course is to give students a thorough understanding of the principles of economics that apply to economic systems as a whole. Students will learn to think like economists: to question and explore the many ways in which one action causes secondary actions. Macroeconomics is a one-semester college-level course that will grant four college credits (OUS system) when the AP test is taken and passed with a score of three or higher. This social studies course does not require any past AP experience. Students in this course are expected to register and pay in the Fall to take the National AP Exam in May. 

(*) Denotes Weighted Grade Course

AP PSYCHOLOGY* – S7251 & S7252

Length/Credit(s): 2 semesters / 1.0 EL credit

Grade(s): 10, 11 and 12

Prerequisite(s): None

Fee: Possible AP Exam or Dual Credit fee in late Spring

NCAA approved

Dual Credit Available through Western Oregon University PSY201 / PSY202

Have you ever wondered, “Why do humans act and behave in the ways they do?” In AP Psychology you will not only find out the answer to this question, but you can achieve college credit at the same time, either through Willamette Promise Dual Credit or with College Board.  In AP Psychology students will use a college-level psychology textbook, as well as advanced primary source readings. AP Psychology will also emphasize memorization, applying authentic information, upper level reading skills, note taking and essay writing. Specific topics to be addressed in AP Psychology are: history and approaches of psychology, research methods, biological bases of behavior, sensation, perception, consciousness, learning, cognition, motivation and emotion, developmental psychology, personality, testing, abnormal psychology, therapy and social psychology. Students in this course are expected to take the Dual Credit Exams offered by Willamette Promise or take the National AP Psychology Exam in May. 

(*) Denotes Weighted Grade Course

AP SPANISH* – W2061 & W2062 / DUAL CREDIT SPA201

Length/Credit(s): 2 semesters / 1.0 AA credit

Grade(s): 9, 10, 11 and 12

Prerequisite(s): Spanish Literacy/Comp III or Spanish IV/V (instructor approval) or assessment placement or Instructor approval

Fee: AP Exam fee due in the Fall; fee assistance available

NCAA approved

Dual Credit Available through PCC SPAN201

AP Spanish is designed to meet the needs of the students with a high proficiency level in the Spanish Language & Culture who want to be successful on the National Advanced Placement Spanish Exam. Passing the National Exam with three or higher qualifies students for twelve 300-level Spanish college credits at all public universities in the state of Oregon. Students will learn high-level vocabulary, so they can be fluent in the six themes of the course: Global Challenges, Science and Technology, Contemporary Life, Personal and Public  Identities, Families and Communities, and Beauty and Aesthetics. Emphasis will be placed on cultural comparisons using the target language in class discussions, current events, listening and speaking activities. Also, students will explore literary classics and have ample opportunities to express themselves on a variety of topics. Students in this course are expected to register and pay in the Fall to take the National AP Exam in May. 

(*) Denotes Weighted Grade Course.

AP CALCULUS AB* – M7501 & M7502

Length/Credit(s): 2 semesters / 1.0 MA credit

Grade(s): 10, 11 and 12

Prerequisite(s): Pre-Calculus

Fee: AP Exam fee due in the Fall; fee assistance available

NCAA approved

This course provides the opportunity for students to study college-level mathematics and prepare to take the Advanced Placement Examination. A college or university may grant credit toward an undergraduate degree based on performance on this examination. Topics to be studied include: limits, continuity, differentiation, integration, and their applications. Students in this course are expected to register and pay in the Fall to take the National AP Exam in May. 

(*) Denotes Weighted Grade Course

AP CALCULUS BC* – M7551 & M7552

Length/Credit(s): 2 semesters / 1.0 MA credit

Grade(s): 11 and 12

Prerequisite(s): AP Calculus AB

Fee: AP Exam fee due in the Fall; fee assistance available

NCAA approved

This course provides the opportunity for students to study college-level mathematics and prepare to take the Advanced Placement Examination. A college or university may grant credit toward an undergraduate degree based on performance on this examination. Students in this course are expected to register and pay in the Fall to take the National AP Exam in May. 

(*) Denotes Weighted Grade Course

AP STATISTICS* – M7751 & M7752

Length/Credit(s): 2 semesters / 1.0 MA credit

Grade(s): 10, 11 and 12

Prerequisite(s): AGS 3 or Accelerated AGS 3

Fee: AP Exam fee due in the Fall; fee assistance available

NCAA approved

Dual Credit Available through PCC - STAT 243z and STAT 244

This course provides the opportunity for students to study college-level mathematics and prepare to take the Advanced Placement Examination. A college or university may grant credit toward an undergraduate degree based on performance on this examination. This course is appropriate for students who are interested in business, science, social science, administration, communication, or mathematics. The course will describe methods for planning experiments, obtaining data, and then organizing, summarizing, presenting, analyzing, interpreting, and drawing conclusions based on the data. Students in this course are expected to register and pay in the Fall to take the National AP Exam in May. 

(*) Denotes Weighted Grade Course

AP COMPUTER SCIENCE PRINCIPLES*–A4811 & A4812 

Length/Credit(s): 2 semesters / 1.0 AA credit

Grade(s): 10, 11 and 12 

Prerequisite(s): Completion of Computer Programming I OR Instructor approval.

Fee: AP Exam fee due in the Fall; fee assistance available

This programming course will introduce students to the creative aspects of programming, abstractions, algorithms, large data sets, the Internet, cybersecurity concerns, and computing impacts. AP Computer Science Principles will give students the opportunity to use technology to address real-world problems and build relevant solutions. All of these aspects of the course make up a rigorous and rich curriculum that aims to broaden participation in Computer Science, while  cultivating “informed” cyber citizens. 

Students in this course are expected to register and pay in the Fall to take the National AP Exam in May.  (*) Denotes Weighted Grade Course

AP STUDIO ART DRAWING* – F3861 & F3862

Length/Credit(s): 2 semesters / 1.0 AA credit

Grade(s): 10, 11 and 12

Prerequisite(s): All courses in area of interest and Instructor approval (i.e Photo 1 and 2 or Drawing 1 and 2) 

Supply Fee: $40

Fee: AP Exam fee in the Fall; fee assistance available

AP Studio Art Drawing is for students interested in creating a portfolio using traditional art media: painting, graphite, mixed media, charcoal, marker and colored pencils. Students will investigate these mediums and explore a variety of subject matter. Within this course, students will practice, experiment and revise their art. We will also explore how artists use their voice to connect to their identity and comment on their world. Students will assemble a portfolio to submit to the College Board in the spring. AP Studio Art is a college level art course that will help students explore their artistic voice and develop a portfolio for college.  Students in this course are expected to register and pay in the Fall to take the National AP Exam in May. 

(*) Denotes Weighted Grade Course

AP STUDIO ART 2D* – F3871 & F3872

Length/Credit(s): 2 semesters / 1.0 AA credit

Grade(s): 10, 11 and 12

Prerequisite(s): All courses in area of interest and Instructor approval (i.e Photo 1 and 2 or Drawing 1 and 2) 

Supply Fee: $40

Fee: AP Exam fee due in the Fall; fee assistance available

AP Studio Art 2D Design is for students interested in creating a portfolio in Graphic Design, Digital Photography, illustration, abstract or traditional art.  Students will investigate these mediums and explore a variety of subject matter. Within this course, students will practice, experiment and revise their art. We will also explore how artists use their voice to connect to their identity and comment on their world. Students will assemble a portfolio to submit to the College Board in the spring. AP Studio Art is a college level art course that will help students explore their artistic voice and develop a portfolio for college.Students in this course are expected to register and pay in the Fall to take the National AP Exam in May. 

(*) Denotes Weighted Grade Course