What are AP Courses?
AP courses are classes that meet specific qualifications that are set by the College Board. They are intended to be similar to 3rd year college courses.
MHS offers the following 19 AP courses:
AP Biology
AP Calculus AB
AP Calculus BC
AP Chemistry
AP Computer Science A
AP Computer Science Principles
AP English Language and Composition
AP English Literature and Composition
AP Environmental Science
AP French Language and Culture
AP Human Geography
AP Macroeconomics
AP Physics C: Mechanics
AP Psychology
AP Spanish Language and Culture
AP Statistics
AP United States Government and Politics
AP United States History
AP World History: Modern
Who takes AP Courses?
During the registration process in the spring, teachers will recommend students who meet the criteria and prerequisites into the AP courses.
When do students take AP exams?
The College Board only administers AP exams in May. Even if an AP class is completed in the fall semester at a school that is on a block schedule, the AP exams are only in May.
What happens on test day? What is needed for the test?
Morning exams: Students will arrive at 7:30. This allows time for filling out important information before taking the exam.
Afternoon exams: Students will report at 11:30. This allows time for filling out important information before taking the exam.
Do Not Bring: Students should leave electronic devices (including but not limited to phones, personal computing devices, cameras, audio players, and wearable technology) at home on test day.
Students should bring:
a school-produced student ID for identification purposes
snacks and a water bottle (for consumption during a scheduled break)
an acceptable scientific or graphic calculator (only for courses that allow calculators)
3-4 #2 pencils with good erasers
College Board Calculator Policy for AP Exams - link
When are scores available?
The score on the AP exam does not impact the students' scores in the MHS gradebook.
College Board scores the AP exam on a scale of 1 to 5. A score of 3, 4, or 5 is considered passing. A large number of colleges and universities recognize the hard work that students do in AP exams and will provide college credit for passing scores.
AP scores generally come out in early July. Students will access their scores through their College Board accounts.