AP Computer Science Principles Syllabus & Exam
Announcement
AP Computer Science Principles Review Notice
GCSD will be hosting AP Review Day on TBA.
The AP Review Day offers an opportunity for students to take up to three review sessions to solidify what they have learned in their AP classes this year.
Students will be able to choose the sessions based on areas of support needed. AP Review Day will be open to all GCSD AP students.
Last day for student registration is TBA. Please use this link for student registration.
Note: After registering you will get a confirmation email.
AP Review Day
TBA
Instructor
Victoria Holt
vholt@greenville.k12.sc.us
864-355-2866
Room 127
Prerequisites
The College Board recommends that students have taken Algebra I.
AP CS Principals Syllabus (For Information about AI and it's use in this class see the AI Tab on this website.)
AI Disclosure
Click link or view the AI tab on Mrs. Holt’s main webpage or scroll down.
Exam Policies & Requirements
AP exam rates:
$98.00 per exam if ordered on-time for all classes except AP Capstone, AP Seminar and AP Research
$146.00 for AP Capstone, AP Seminar and AP Research.
Fees are applied for the following reasons:
Student Decides Not to Take the Exam Unused/canceled exam fee applied: Student decides not to take the exam after exam order is submitted, and November 15 final ordering deadline has passed. Reasons include: ƒ Student’s college of choice doesn’t award credit for the exam. ƒ Student who is performing poorly in the class decides after November 15 not to take the exam. ƒ There are conflicts with regularly scheduled exam administration dates, and student doesn’t want to test on any other available scheduled testing dates.
Student Joins or Drops a Class After Nov. 15 Student joins or drops a class after the November 15 final exam ordering deadline. (Late or unused/canceled exam fees are not applied only if a student transfers to or out of the school.)
School Issue Late order fee applied: Exam orders placed after November 15 due to an outstanding balance hold, a security hold, or an incomplete AP Participation Form.
School Policy ƒ Late order fee applied: Any local policy that prevents submission of the exam order (in full or for an individual student) by the November 15 final ordering deadline. ƒ Late order or unused/canceled exam fee applied: School decides to move a student into or out of a full-year AP class after the November 15 final ordering deadline has passed.
COLLEGE BOARD REASONS IN WHICH THE FEE IS WAIVED FOR MISSING AN EXAM:
Late-Testing Circumstances Below are circumstances when late testing is allowed without incurring an additional fee.
Late-Testing Reasons: No Additional Fee
Academic contest/event
Athletic contest/event
Conflict with IB or Cambridge exam
Conflict with nationally, province-, or state-mandated test
Delayed shipment
Disabilities accommodations issue
Emergency: bomb scare or fire alarm
High school graduation
Language lab scheduling conflict
Makeup AP Exam due to an incident during the initial exam
Religious/holiday observance
School closing: election, national holiday, or natural disaster
Serious injury, illness, or family tragedy Strike/labor conflict
Student court appearance Two or more AP Exams on the same date at the same time
ADDITIONAL MISSED EXAM FEES:
If a student misses the AP exam for any reason other than an excused reason they will be charged $99 (for most) for the exam.
If they chose to make up the exam, there will be an additional $40 fee.
See link below for all details
Course Description
The goal of AP Computer Science Principles is to provide a broad, inspiring overview of computer science that is appropriate for all students who have completed a high school algebra course. By the end of this course, students will become empowered to critically analyze computing innovations as well as create inspiring applications that express their interests. In addition, they will be ready to incorporate computational thinking into their future fields of study.
Skills You Will Learn
Making connections between concepts in computing
Designing a program to solve a problem or complete a task
Applying abstractions in computation and modeling
Analyzing computational work
Communicating ideas about technology and computation
Working collaboratively to solve problems
Along with the five Computer Science Principles Big Ideas as set by the College Board:
Big Idea 1: Creative Development
Big Idea 2: Data
Big Idea 3: Algorithms and Programming
Big Idea 4: Computer Systems and Networks
Big Idea 5: Impact of Computing
The AP Assessment
The AP Assessment consists of a“through-course” assessment called the AP Computer Science Principles Create Performance Task. This task is due on TBA and counts as 30% of the total exam grade.
The AP Assessment also consists of a 70-question multiple choice exam. This exam will be given on TBA and counts as 70% of the total exam grade.
More information can be found by visiting The College Board.
Instructional Materials and Resources
College Board. AP Computer Science Principles Course Description. New York: College Entrance Examination Board, 2016. http://apcentral.collegeboard.com
Code.org AP Computer Science Principles. https://code.org/educate/csp
CodeHS.com AP Computer Science Principles (Javascript) www.codehs.com
Blown to Bits by Hal Abelson, Ken Ledeen, Harry Lewis, Wendy Seltzer
Weighting of Grades
Major Grades 60%
Minor Grades 40%
Late Work Policy
Teachers reserve the right to alter this policy based on extenuating circumstances. Extenuating circumstances should be discussed with the administration.
Late work is defined as work not completed/turned in on time even though the student attended the class.
Any assignment which is not turned in on time will be deducted 10 points off of the original grade earned for each school day the assignment is late up to five days.
After five days, the student will be assigned a 0 for the assignment.
Late work will not be accepted after the end of a grading period.
Students who have 504/IEP/ESOL accommodations specifically allowing for extra time may exceed the 5 day window to maintain compliance with their respective educational plan.
Dual Credit courses may have varying late work policies that are aligned with their parent university.
Students are encouraged to utilize the before and after school tutoring programs to complete make-up and late work in a proactive manner.
AP College Board
AP College Board
https://apstudents.collegeboard.org/
Exam Information:
Exam Information:
AP Computer Science Principles Create Performance Task due dates:
AP Computer Science Principles Create Performance Task due dates:
FORMAL CLASS START DATE: MONDAY, DECEMBER 1st for a class grade and due to AP College Board by Thurday, April 30, 2026 at 11:59 PM.
FORMAL CLASS START DATE: MONDAY, DECEMBER 1st for a class grade and due to AP College Board by Thurday, April 30, 2026 at 11:59 PM.
NOTE: PERSONAL PROJECT REQUIRES 9 HOURS OF IN CLASS PROJECT TIME.
IDEAL PERSONAL PROJECT START DATE: MONDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2025 OR BEFORE. and due for a classroom grade Monday, December 15th.
You must submit your final Create AP Computer Science Principles performance task via the AP Digital Portfolio by this time.
You must submit your final Create AP Computer Science Principles performance task via the AP Digital Portfolio by this time.
AP Computer Science Principles Multiple Choice Exam: Thursday, May 14, 2026
AP Computer Science Principles Multiple Choice Exam: Thursday, May 14, 2026
(Be sure to have your email/log in and password.)
MagicSchool AI Sample Syllabus Disclosure
MagicSchool Syllabus Statement
MagicSchool Syllabus Statement
This year, students will use MagicSchool AI, a generative AI platform designed specifically for education. As tools like ChatGPT and Gemini become standard in the professional world, utilizing MagicSchool prepares students for the future workforce by teaching safe and responsible technology use.
Students will use these tools for real-time feedback and dynamic problem-solving. To ensure appropriate use, teachers retain access to all student chats. MagicSchool strictly protects privacy and does not collect or utilize student data. All AI software, including MagicSchool, complies with GCS Board Policy and Administrative Rule IA.
Generative AI Syllabus Statement
Generative AI Syllabus Statement
This course may utilize generative AI tools, such as MagicSchool and Google Gemini, to supplement traditional instruction. Greenville County Schools prioritizes the ethical use of these technologies for brainstorming and self-guided learning.
Critical Thinking First: AI must not replace original thought or coursework.
Academic Integrity: Using AI to complete and submit assignments as original work constitutes plagiarism.
Required Citation: If teacher-approved, all AI use must be properly cited.
Content Awareness: Students must remain vigilant regarding potential biases and inaccuracies in AI-generated content.
Policy Compliance: All AI programs align with GCS Board Policy and Administrative Rule IA.
MagicSchool AI Tools for Students
This year, students will have access to MagicSchool AI, a generative AI platform built for schools that will help them learn to use the technology safely and responsibly.
With tools like ChatGPT and others being used in the professional world, it’s important that students learn how to use the technology safely. By using MagicSchool in our classes, your student will be prepared for the future of technology in the workforce.
While students use MagicSchool tools for purposes such as receiving real time feedback, getting their questions answered, generating images, and in other exciting ways, I will have access to their chats to ensure that it’s used appropriately. Rest assured, MagicSchool does not collect or train on student data.
Be sure to ask your child about how they’re using AI in the classroom and take a look at the engaging ways they’ve utilized the MagicSchool tools to enhance their learning!
For more information, go to www.magicschool.ai or reach out directly with questions.
AP Computer Science Principles Syllabus & Exam
Announcement
AP Computer Science Principles Review Notice
GCSD will be hosting AP Review Day on TBA.
The AP Review Day offers an opportunity for students to take up to three review sessions to solidify what they have learned in their AP classes this year.
Students will be able to choose the sessions based on areas of support needed. AP Review Day will be open to all GCSD AP students.
Last day for student registration is TBA. Please use this link for student registration.
Note: After registering you will get a confirmation email.
AP Review Day
TBA
Instructor
Victoria Holt
vholt@greenville.k12.sc.us
864-355-2866
Room 127
Prerequisites
The College Board recommends that students have taken Algebra I.
AP CS Principals Syllabus (For Information about AI and it's use in this class see the AI Tab on this website.)
AI Disclosure
Click link or view the AI tab on Mrs. Holt’s main webpage or scroll down.
Exam Policies & Requirements
AP exam rates:
$98.00 per exam if ordered on-time for all classes except AP Capstone, AP Seminar and AP Research
$146.00 for AP Capstone, AP Seminar and AP Research.
Fees are applied for the following reasons:
Student Decides Not to Take the Exam Unused/canceled exam fee applied: Student decides not to take the exam after exam order is submitted, and November 15 final ordering deadline has passed. Reasons include: ƒ Student’s college of choice doesn’t award credit for the exam. ƒ Student who is performing poorly in the class decides after November 15 not to take the exam. ƒ There are conflicts with regularly scheduled exam administration dates, and student doesn’t want to test on any other available scheduled testing dates.
Student Joins or Drops a Class After Nov. 15 Student joins or drops a class after the November 15 final exam ordering deadline. (Late or unused/canceled exam fees are not applied only if a student transfers to or out of the school.)
School Issue Late order fee applied: Exam orders placed after November 15 due to an outstanding balance hold, a security hold, or an incomplete AP Participation Form.
School Policy ƒ Late order fee applied: Any local policy that prevents submission of the exam order (in full or for an individual student) by the November 15 final ordering deadline. ƒ Late order or unused/canceled exam fee applied: School decides to move a student into or out of a full-year AP class after the November 15 final ordering deadline has passed.
COLLEGE BOARD REASONS IN WHICH THE FEE IS WAIVED FOR MISSING AN EXAM:
Late-Testing Circumstances Below are circumstances when late testing is allowed without incurring an additional fee.
Late-Testing Reasons: No Additional Fee
Academic contest/event
Athletic contest/event
Conflict with IB or Cambridge exam
Conflict with nationally, province-, or state-mandated test
Delayed shipment
Disabilities accommodations issue
Emergency: bomb scare or fire alarm
High school graduation
Language lab scheduling conflict
Makeup AP Exam due to an incident during the initial exam
Religious/holiday observance
School closing: election, national holiday, or natural disaster
Serious injury, illness, or family tragedy Strike/labor conflict
Student court appearance Two or more AP Exams on the same date at the same time
ADDITIONAL MISSED EXAM FEES:
If a student misses the AP exam for any reason other than an excused reason they will be charged $99 (for most) for the exam.
If they chose to make up the exam, there will be an additional $40 fee.
See link below for all details
Course Description
The goal of AP Computer Science Principles is to provide a broad, inspiring overview of computer science that is appropriate for all students who have completed a high school algebra course. By the end of this course, students will become empowered to critically analyze computing innovations as well as create inspiring applications that express their interests. In addition, they will be ready to incorporate computational thinking into their future fields of study.
Skills You Will Learn
Making connections between concepts in computing
Designing a program to solve a problem or complete a task
Applying abstractions in computation and modeling
Analyzing computational work
Communicating ideas about technology and computation
Working collaboratively to solve problems
Along with the five Computer Science Principles Big Ideas as set by the College Board:
Big Idea 1: Creative Development
Big Idea 2: Data
Big Idea 3: Algorithms and Programming
Big Idea 4: Computer Systems and Networks
Big Idea 5: Impact of Computing
The AP Assessment
The AP Assessment consists of a“through-course” assessment called the AP Computer Science Principles Create Performance Task. This task is due on TBA and counts as 30% of the total exam grade.
The AP Assessment also consists of a 70-question multiple choice exam. This exam will be given on TBA and counts as 70% of the total exam grade.
More information can be found by visiting The College Board.
Instructional Materials and Resources
College Board. AP Computer Science Principles Course Description. New York: College Entrance Examination Board, 2016. http://apcentral.collegeboard.com
Code.org AP Computer Science Principles. https://code.org/educate/csp
CodeHS.com AP Computer Science Principles (Javascript) www.codehs.com
Blown to Bits by Hal Abelson, Ken Ledeen, Harry Lewis, Wendy Seltzer
Weighting of Grades
Major Grades 60%
Minor Grades 40%
Late Work Policy
Teachers reserve the right to alter this policy based on extenuating circumstances. Extenuating circumstances should be discussed with the administration.
Late work is defined as work not completed/turned in on time even though the student attended the class.
Any assignment which is not turned in on time will be deducted 10 points off of the original grade earned for each school day the assignment is late up to five days.
After five days, the student will be assigned a 0 for the assignment.
Late work will not be accepted after the end of a grading period.
Students who have 504/IEP/ESOL accommodations specifically allowing for extra time may exceed the 5 day window to maintain compliance with their respective educational plan.
Dual Credit courses may have varying late work policies that are aligned with their parent university.
Students are encouraged to utilize the before and after school tutoring programs to complete make-up and late work in a proactive manner.
AP College Board
AP College Board
https://apstudents.collegeboard.org/
Exam Information:
Exam Information:
AP Computer Science Principles Create Performance Task due dates:
AP Computer Science Principles Create Performance Task due dates:
FORMAL CLASS START DATE: MONDAY, DECEMBER 1st for a class grade and due to AP College Board by Thurday, April 30, 2026 at 11:59 PM.
FORMAL CLASS START DATE: MONDAY, DECEMBER 1st for a class grade and due to AP College Board by Thurday, April 30, 2026 at 11:59 PM.
NOTE: PERSONAL PROJECT REQUIRES 9 HOURS OF IN CLASS PROJECT TIME.
IDEAL PERSONAL PROJECT START DATE: MONDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2025 OR BEFORE. and due for a classroom grade Monday, December 15th.
You must submit your final Create AP Computer Science Principles performance task via the AP Digital Portfolio by this time.
You must submit your final Create AP Computer Science Principles performance task via the AP Digital Portfolio by this time.
AP Computer Science Principles Multiple Choice Exam: Thursday, May 14, 2026
AP Computer Science Principles Multiple Choice Exam: Thursday, May 14, 2026
(Be sure to have your email/log in and password.)
MagicSchool AI Sample Syllabus Disclosure
MagicSchool Syllabus Statement
MagicSchool Syllabus Statement
This year, students will use MagicSchool AI, a generative AI platform designed specifically for education. As tools like ChatGPT and Gemini become standard in the professional world, utilizing MagicSchool prepares students for the future workforce by teaching safe and responsible technology use.
Students will use these tools for real-time feedback and dynamic problem-solving. To ensure appropriate use, teachers retain access to all student chats. MagicSchool strictly protects privacy and does not collect or utilize student data. All AI software, including MagicSchool, complies with GCS Board Policy and Administrative Rule IA.
Generative AI Syllabus Statement
Generative AI Syllabus Statement
This course may utilize generative AI tools, such as MagicSchool and Google Gemini, to supplement traditional instruction. Greenville County Schools prioritizes the ethical use of these technologies for brainstorming and self-guided learning.
Critical Thinking First: AI must not replace original thought or coursework.
Academic Integrity: Using AI to complete and submit assignments as original work constitutes plagiarism.
Required Citation: If teacher-approved, all AI use must be properly cited.
Content Awareness: Students must remain vigilant regarding potential biases and inaccuracies in AI-generated content.
Policy Compliance: All AI programs align with GCS Board Policy and Administrative Rule IA.
MagicSchool AI Tools for Students
This year, students will have access to MagicSchool AI, a generative AI platform built for schools that will help them learn to use the technology safely and responsibly.
With tools like ChatGPT and others being used in the professional world, it’s important that students learn how to use the technology safely. By using MagicSchool in our classes, your student will be prepared for the future of technology in the workforce.
While students use MagicSchool tools for purposes such as receiving real time feedback, getting their questions answered, generating images, and in other exciting ways, I will have access to their chats to ensure that it’s used appropriately. Rest assured, MagicSchool does not collect or train on student data.
Be sure to ask your child about how they’re using AI in the classroom and take a look at the engaging ways they’ve utilized the MagicSchool tools to enhance their learning!
For more information, go to www.magicschool.ai or reach out directly with questions.
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