AP®Coordinator for NHS: Anna Olson, e-mail aolson@neenah.k12.wi.us
NEW: 2020 Bulletin for AP® Students and Parents now available for download. Please find in right hand column. Students must read through this before taking exams.
January 17: AP Deadline for SSD Accommodations Requests
If a student requires testing accommodations, all paperwork relating to the request MUST be submitted by our school's disability coordinator by January 17 in order for students to be considered for AP exam accommodations. Please contact Mrs. Torres in NHS Guidance office ASAP if you have any questions.
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NEW classes at NHS!
We are launching the new AP® Computer Science Principles and AP® Computer Science A in 2019-20. Next fall, we will add AP® Statistics. Additionally, ninth grade English classes will become Pre-AP® English 9, which will better prepare all students for advanced level work.
CLICK HERE to learn more about Computer Science Principles, which is open to students in grades 9-12.
Course Overview: Computer Science Principles
Course Overview: Computer Science A (Students must take the Computer Science 1 course first in order to earn AP credit for CS A, which will build on CS 1.)
Click here to learn more about Statistics, coming to NHS in 2020-21.
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Important: if you are in an AP class, you are automatically registered to take the exam in May (and you're responsible for the $94 payment).
If you do NOT want to take the exam, you and your parent/guardian must complete the OPT-OUT form (get one from your AP teacher) and return it to your teacher NO LATER THAN SEPTEMBER 16.
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Students are asked to bring their fees for AP exams on the schedule below.
Exams cost $94 each (unless students are on free/reduced lunch, then it is $40 per exam, to be refunded after students take the exam in May). One check is fine for multiple exams and/or siblings. We accept check payable to Neenah HS or cash. NO debit or credit cards may be used at this time.
Where to go? See Ms. Becker in the Main Office.
Monday, Sept. 30 Students whose last names begin with A or B.
Tuesday, Oct. 1 Students whose last names begin with C, D, or E.
Wednesday, Oct. 2 Students whose last names begin with F, G, or H.
Thursday, Oct. 3 Students whose last names begin with I, J, or K.
Friday, Oct. 4 Students whose last names begin with L or M.
Monday, Oct. 7 Students whose last names begin with N, O, or P.
Tuesday, Oct. 8 Students whose last names begin with Q or R.
Wednesday, Oct. 9 Students whose last names begin with S.
Thursday, Oct. 10 Students whose last names begin with T, U, or V.
Friday, Oct. 11 Students whose last names begin with W, X, Y, or Z.
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What's changing for AP this fall???
You may have heard that there are some important changes being made to AP programs throughout the country. There are exciting new resources for teachers and students, but there are also a few adjustments for all of us. Take a moment to review the PowerPoint at the right (2019-20 Changes for AP Students) or click HERE.
You may also find an overview in this handout.
Feel free to email the Coordinator if you still have questions not answered by either resource.
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| AP® scores are NOT mailed to you. Students need to create a free account at College Board, and will access their scores online when they are available in July. Students who are enrolled in AP courses for fall of 2019-20 will also need to have a College Board account. Here's where to start... CLICK to create your account. |
Thinking about taking an Advanced Placement® class? CLICK HERE to explore AP® and find out how AP® classes can help you in college. A video overview of AP® from a student's point of view is available HERE (less than 4 min.).
Advanced Placement® classes offer students the opportunity to challenge themselves with college-level material and the possibility of being awarded college credit based on the results of AP exams, given nationally each May. NHS currently offers 23 AP® courses, authorized by the College Board (creators of the Advanced Placement Program®), listed below. These classes are offered each year, but are held subject to sufficient enrollment.
AP® Biology--Dianne Pacolt This course has required summer work.AP® Calculus AB--Diane Underhill This course has required summer work.AP® Capstone Seminar --Gregg Goers This course has required summer reading & an assessment fee.AP® Capstone Research
AP® Drawing-- Emma Santiago, Lisa Dorschner This course has a required portfolio fee & summer assignments.AP® 2-D Art and Design--Emma Santiago, Lisa Dorschner This course has a required portfolio fee & summer assignments.AP® 3-D Art and Design--Emma Santiago, Lisa Dorschner This course has a required portfolio fee & summer assignments.
AP® Exams
2020 Cost per exam: $94 (Fee waivers are available to families who meet federal guidelines for free/reduced lunch.)
Does your student have documented accommodations for taking tests? Those accommodations may not automatically be approved for AP® exams. Check with Ms. Torres (x16123) in the Guidance Office if you have questions about your student's status. Obtaining approval for accommodations is a lengthy process which needs to begin by late fall in order to meet College Board deadlines. All paperwork is due to College Board by January 17, 2020.
HOME-SCHOOLED STUDENTS AND STUDENTS FROM OTHER SCHOOL DISTRICTS: We welcome you to test at NHS SUBJECT TO AVAILABLE SPACE and SUBJECT EXAMS being administered in a particular year. Not all exams listed will necessarily be administered. Be aware that College Board policies allow for additional fees to be charged for students not attending NHS. Beginning in 2019-20, exam orders will be placed in the fall. You should contact the Coordinator by September 16, 2019 if you wish to apply to take AP® exams at Neenah HS in the spring of 2020.
Please note: NOT all exams listed below will necessarily be administered at NHS. These subjects are from the national schedule. Subjects in boldface will be administered. Others may be requested. If you are not a Neenah student, you must contact the AP Coordinator by September 16 to discuss any requests to take an exam at NHS. Be aware that additional fees may apply.
2020 Exam Schedule
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Week 1
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Morning 8 a.m.
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Afternoon 12 noon
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Monday,
May 4, 2020
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United States Government and Politics
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Physics C: Mechanics
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Tuesday,
May 5, 2020
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Calculus AB
Calculus BC
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Human Geography
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Wednesday,
May 6, 2020
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English Literature and Composition
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European History
Physics 2: Algebra-Based
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Thursday,
May 7, 2020
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Chemistry
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Physics 1: Algebra-Based
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Friday,
May 8, 2020
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United States History
Art Portfolios
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Art History
Computer Science A
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Week 2
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Morning 8 a.m.
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Afternoon 12 noon
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Monday,
May 11, 2020
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Biology
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Environmental Science
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Tuesday,
May 12, 2020
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Seminar
Spanish Language & Culture
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Latin
Psychology
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Wednesday,
May 13, 2020
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English Language & Composition
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Microeconomics
Music Theory
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Thursday,
May 14, 2020
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Comparative Government & Politics
World History: Modern
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Macroeconomics
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Friday,
May 15, 2020
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Computer Science Principles
French Language & Culture
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Statistics
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NHS is approved to offer AP® Seminar as part of the Capstone Diploma/Certificate Program.
AP® Seminar presents a unique opportunity to investigate real-world topics of your choosing from multiple perspectives, collaborate with other people, and learn how to think critically and develop fact-based arguments. Read more HERE.
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