Advanced Placement
Contact: Mrs. Nicole Lisafeld | 500-2091 ext. 466
Bishop McNally High School is committed to providing programs to meet the needs of all learners. We provide a wide variety of course offerings for high achieving students and for students who have particular talent in a given area.
Bishop McNally offers programs that allow students to accelerate and seek enrichment opportunities in a range of disciplines.
These advanced studies courses also allow students of similar abilities and interests to work together in a challenging environment.
Students can earn post-secondary credit while still in high school through our Advanced Placement Program in a range of areas including: Art, English, Biology, Calculus, French, European History, Chemistry and Physics.
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About the Program
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Challenges and stimulates students
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Better prepares students for college-level work
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Provides students with an opportunity to earn college credit without leaving the high school campus
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Permits students to take more advanced courses and/or options in college
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May reduce educational costs for parents and save time and money for students
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FAQ's
How is the Advanced Placement class different from a college-prep course?
The level of preparation is much more intense and requires considerably more out-of-class commitment.
Is it possible for Advanced Placement students to participate in extracurricular activities?
Yes. Students are able to participate in extracurricular activities. Many current students participate in both sports teams and the arts.
Are the exams difficult?
Probably the best way to describe the exams is "tough but fair." Each one is carefully developed to match the AP Course Description by a committee of examiners made up of college professors and AP teachers who specialize in the field. It ordinarily takes from one to two years to develop a single AP examination.
What background does my child need in order to succeed on an AP exam?
The content of an AP course is more sophisticated than that in a typical high school course because students are preparing for AP exams and college courses. Students should practice analyzing content, drawing comparisons, and reasoning through problems. They must be able to read perceptively and independently.
Additionally, students need to be proficient in writing clear, concise essays. Students who are not skilled in these areas must be even more highly motivated to make up deficiencies at the same time they are taking more rigorous courses.
The earlier students prepare for AP exams or college courses, by taking the most rigorous classes available, the more likely will be their success.
The keys to success are motivation, self-discipline, and academic preparation.
Does my child have to take an AP course in order to take an AP exam?
No. However, research indicates that students who take AP courses score higher on AP exams than those students who do not take the courses.
How much does it cost for my child to take an AP course/exam?
The only cost to the student is the cost of the AP exam. Current exam costs are available at the school.
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