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. 

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.™

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. 

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. 

• 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. 

• AP Capstone Certificate™: Score a 3 or higher in both AP Seminar and AP Research. 

• AP Capstone Diploma™: Earn the certificate plus scores of 3 or higher on four additional AP exams of your choosing. 

• Stand Out to Colleges: AP Seminar demonstrates a student's ability to handle advanced research, critical thinking, and public speaking. 

• Earn College Credit: Many colleges offer credit for AP Seminar with qualifying exam scores.

• Build Essential Skills: Students gain tools for success in future coursework, college, and careers.