Updates (5/4/2020):
AP TESTS
As we rapidly approach the first week of spring AP testing, we wanted to check in and make sure that you are starting to prepare for your at home exam administrations. A few reminders:
*Check the schedule on the AP Coronavirus page to make sure that you know when your test is scheduled. You will need to login 30 minutes before the exam begins. Please prepare to sit for the May dates. The June window is in place to provide options for technical difficulties or scheduling conflicts.
*Get your device ready and make sure it can run Chrome™, Firefox® , Safari, or Edge to deliver the exam questions. Internet Explorer cannot be used. If you have the Grammarly plug-in on your computer, you'll need to remove it to test. You can be sure your browser works by accessing the AP Exam Demo.
Note: AP Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, and Spanish Language will require the use of mobile device or tablet to run the AP World Languages Exam App - available the week of May 11th. More information on World Languages Administration. The Music Theory exam does not require an app, but a mobile device or tablet is recommended.
*Read over pages 21-33 in the College Board AP Testing Guide for detailed information about preparing for the exams.
Thank you for taking the time to prepare for your AP exams. We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your knowledge without technical complications. Please visit the HCPSS Grades and Testing FAQ for additional resources.
Original Message:
College Board has provided some additional information about the upcoming Advanced Placement (AP) spring exams. Below are a few critical points for parents and students:
● Exam Format - Each AP exam will generally be a 45-minute, open book/open note, online assessment that will cover the first 75% of the course. Students will be able to access the exam using a variety of devices. The schedule and specifics on each exam are on the College Board’s COVID website. More details about accessing the assessments will be released later in the month.
● Cancellations - Students do not need to officially cancel exams. Students can decide the day of the exam not to sit for the exam. Before deciding not to sit, we recommend that students work with their teachers and the optional College Board online resources to determine their preparedness.
● Refunds - Any student who does not take the exam will be provided a full refund by HCPSS. In late June, College Board will confirm who has taken exams and our school will begin processing refunds for any student who did not participate.
Additional information will be shared as we approach the May testing window. Please check the College Board’s COVID-19 update page for the latest information.