Advanced Placement United States History Instructor: Scott McAuley
Communication Email - mcauleys@gcufsd.net Twitter - @ mcauleyapush Web Site – via GCHS Web Page
Grading Tests 50% Quizzes 40% (2 lowest grades dropped) Homework 10% All assignments can & should be made up
College-level survey course in US history, therefore: The AP Course College-level survey course in US history, therefore: Frequent, high-level reading Commitment essential
AP Exam May 3 hours, 5 minutes Truly college level of difficulty Graded on 5 point scale (3+ passing) 3+ qualifies for college credit (usually) GCHS – 90% passing rate (50% nationally) All students must take AP Exam (also take Regents Exam in June)