AP Seminar

AP Seminar is an interdisciplinary course that develops essential skills such as critical thinking, research, collaboration, and communication. As the first course in the AP Capstone™ program, AP Seminar empowers students to explore real-world issues through multiple perspectives, preparing them for college-level work and future careers.

This course is a good fit for students curious about the world and eager to tackle big questions with evidence-based solutions.

Course Structure and Expectations

AP Seminar is structured around team projects, individual research, and presentations. The course is designed to engage students in collaborative learning, inquiry, and debate.

The AP Seminar is score is comprised of different tasks:

2 papers + 2 presentations + 1 EOC Exam = AP Seminar Score. Performance tasks done throughout the school year.

What Will Students Learn?

Throughout the course, students will:

Investigate Real-World Topics: Explore social, political, environmental, and ethical issues.
Work Collaboratively: Develop team-based solutions to complex problems.
Communicate Effectively: Create multimedia presentations and refine public speaking skills.
Conduct Independent Research: Analyze sources and craft evidence-based arguments.

Why Take AP Seminar?

For Students:

Build confidence in public speaking, teamwork, and academic writing.
Explore topics you care about while developing research and presentation skills.
Prepare for college and beyond with advanced inquiry and problem-solving skills.

For Parents:

AP Seminar helps your child become a critical thinker and independent learner.
The course promotes valuable college-ready skills, like collaboration and time management.
Earning a score of 3 or higher can help students earn the AP Capstone Certificate™ or progress toward the AP Capstone Diploma.™

Is AP Seminar Right for Me?

Open Enrollment: No prior AP experience is required! Any student with an interest in learning, collaboration, and research is encouraged to join.

Works with Other Programs: AP Seminar fits well with dual credit, Incubator, and other AP courses. It complements other coursework by building transferable skills.

When can a student start

AP Seminar?

Junior Year:

AP Seminar will count as one AP elective credit

Sophomore Year (starting 2026-27):

AP Seminar will be coupled with Advanced English II. Students will receive their English II credit and one AP elective credit. Students and parents should be aware that if a student levels down or drops this class, s/he will be placed in on-level English II.

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