We have nothing to fear but fear itself...and the APUSH exam.
-Class of 2010's motto


John Trumbull's Declaration of Independence

Grade Level:
11

Course Credit:
1 credit, 5 periods/week, full year, weighted grade

Description:
Advanced Placement American History prepares students for intermediate and advanced college courses by making demands upon them equivalent to those of an introductory college survey of history course. Students should develop the analytic skills and factual knowledge necessary to deal critically with problems and materials studied. Students are expected to do extensive reading and research. The national AP examination is given at the end of the year, which may allow students to receive college credit based on their performance.

Prerequisite:
World History II/AP European History and recommendation of previous social studies teacher.

Fee:
$10.00 and approximately $86.00 for the Advanced Placement Test, payable in May prior to the date.

NOTE:
Students are encouraged to take the AP exam. The exam is not mandatory. If a student elects not to take the exam, he/she will still receive credit upon successful completion of the course; the grade will be weighted.