AP School Opening Presentation

Advanced PlacementIN SASKATOON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Advanced Placement (AP) courses are university-level and allow high school students to earn university credit.

Students submit a portfolio or write an external examination which is assessed by a group of university and high school instructors.

Saskatoon Public Schools students have earned university credit from AP courses in Calculus, Statistics, English, Studio Art, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Music Theory and Psychology.

Four AP Collegiates: Centennial, Evan Hardy, Marion Graham & Tommy Douglas.

“AP classes are a great environment for learning.”

“AP IS FUN!”

AP ENROLMENT GROWTH AT CENTENNIAL COLLEGIATE: 2008 TO 2015

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AP Enrolment Growth at Centennial

"AP challenged me to push harder and expand my mathematical knowledge.“

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“It’s preparation for university, whether you are awarded with the credit or not.”

-Callie

“My problem solving skills have improved significantly.“

“Taking this class has prepared me for university style and level of writing.”

-Richard

“Being in a class with like-minded people provides a great atmosphere for discussions.”

- Chris

“AP English has been such an extraordinary experience this year.” -Chamin

“I learned more about myself and my future.”

"AP classes helped me with my other high school classes."

"I always felt like I was learning and productive." 

-Margarita

"AP created a tight study group.““AP was both challenging and rewarding.” - Alice

“I enjoyed being surrounded by students who were genuinely interested in learning.”

-Brandon

AP PASSING RATES: Centennial vs. Saskatchewan and Global

“It was a challenge for me. A challenge to learn more, learn better, and learn faster.”

-Margarita

“The AP course taught me a ton.”

"Gave me a good idea of what an actual university-level math course would be like.”

"AP made me feel smarter."

"AP helped me figure out the best ways to study."

"AP class discussions are captivating."  --Eli S

“The course provided a challenge but students could still succeed."

“AP teachers have the opportunity to connect with students."  --AP English & Calculus student

"AP courses have a thought-provoking learning approach."  --Luc

“The AP classroom feels like a homeroom. ” --Eli S

“I would highly recommend AP as a way to broaden one's high

school experience.” “AP was the best course I took

in high school."  -Kyle

“AP has deepened my dedication to my own education.”

-Kylie