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YorktownAP Scholars
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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
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Yorktown AP Scholars Students Interested in
Challenge
Academically-capable
Motivated and Curious
College-level coursework
Aligned to national AP program
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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
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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
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AP Math and Science Statistics Calculus AB Calculus BC Chemistry Environmental Science Biology Physics B Physics C Computer Science A
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AP World Languages French Language and Culture Spanish Language German Language and Culture Chinese Language and Culture Latin: Vergil
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AP Visual and Performing Arts Art History Studio Art 2D – Design, Drawing, or
Photo Studio Art 3D – Design or Ceramics Music Theory
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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
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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
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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
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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)
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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
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When Applications accepted starting
in January 2013
Must be submitted by February 15
Program begins with Freshmen in Fall 2013
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