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Yorktown AP Scholars

Yorktown AP Scholars. School Philosophy. A commitment to all students Programs addressing the needs and interests of all students Recognition of varied interests and talents of all students. Yorktown AP Scholars. Students Interested in Challenge Academically-capable

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Yorktown AP Scholars

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  1. Yorktown APScholars

  2. School Philosophy • A commitment to all students • Programs addressing the needs and interests of all students • Recognition of varied interests and talents of all students

  3. Yorktown AP Scholars • Students Interested in Challenge • Academically-capable • Motivated and Curious • College-level coursework • Aligned to national AP program

  4. What • 6 or more AP courses in Gr 10 - 12 • Intensified Grade 9 coursework • Attend enrichment activities - 2/yr • Meet twice a year as a group with the coordinator for that year • Maintain B or better in all classes • Complete special project and brief reflection paper

  5. AP Courses in Humanities • English Language and Composition • English Literature and Composition • European History • World History • United States History • United States Government and Politics / Comparative Government • Psychology • Microeconomics/Macroeconomics

  6. AP Math and Science • Statistics • Calculus AB Calculus BC • Chemistry • Environmental Science • Biology • Physics B Physics C • Computer Science A

  7. AP World Languages • French Language and Culture • Spanish Language • German Language and Culture • Chinese Language and Culture • Latin: Vergil

  8. AP Visual and Performing Arts • Art History • Studio Art 2D – Design, Drawing, or Photo • Studio Art 3D – Design or Ceramics • Music Theory

  9. Special Project • One Year or Multi-Year project • Content focus in one discipline or more than one: • English • Math • Science • Social Studies • The Arts • World Languages • Complete by May of Grade 12

  10. Special Project • Can be completed any year • Advantage in completing before Grade 12 • Includes guidance from a staff member or adult in their field of interest • Brief (2-3 pg) reflection paper after completion

  11. Who • 9th Graders who will attend Yorktown starting in 2013-2014 • Interest in Applying to and Participating in Program • Final Grades of B or higher in core courses and World Language in Grade 7 and first 2 Quarters of Grade 8

  12. Why • Opportunity to Develop Unique Interests and Talents • Special recognition of official Yorktown AP Scholar status • Letter for college applications • May earn College Board honors (Determined by AP scores)

  13. How • Complete application • (Available online at Yorktown website or Counseling Dept) • Provide letter of recommendation from one current teacher • Complete brief essay (see application) • Attach grades to application

  14. When • Applications accepted starting in January 2013 • Must be submitted by February 15 • Program begins with Freshmen in Fall 2013

  15. Yorktown AP Scholars Questions? Contact Suzanne Evans Assistant Principal (703) 228-5433 suzanne.evans@apsva.us

  16. www.APSVA.us/yhs

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