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The 10 hardest AP classes to pass in high school, according to data—and no, #1 is not calculus

Every May, millions of high school students charge up their graphing calculators, crank out practice essays, and brush up on topics like participatory democracy and kinematics in preparation for ...
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

As Atlanta expands AP classes, more students earn college credit

Atlanta Public Schools is making a concerted effort, like others nationally, to get more historically underrepresented students into Advanced Placement classes.
Los Angeles Times

Are AP classes really worth it?

When teachers mention Advanced Placement (AP) classes, the first thought that came to my mind is how hard they are, and how much more credit they offer. I am a student who gets a hold of challenges to ...
AZ Central

Should my child take AP or dual enrollment? What to know about the programs

Dual enrollment and Advanced Placement courses can help high school students prepare for college. Dual enrollment allows students to earn college credits while in high school, potentially saving money ...
Education Week

Precalculus Is the Fastest-Growing AP Course. That’s Reshaping K-12 Math

When the College Board launched its Advanced Placement Precalculus course in 2022, it aimed to expand students’ access to advanced math courses and open more doors for students to earn college credit ...
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Florida pushed back on AP classes. Its first alternative option? Algebra

Two years ago, Gov. Ron DeSantis laid out his problems with Advanced Placement courses. First, he refused to approve use of a fledgling AP African American studies course in Florida high schools, ...