2. AP VS. MAGNET Why Choose Kell?

3. Advanced Placement Program ® (AP ® ) courses are college-level courses offered in high school. AP courses reflect what is taught in top introductory college courses At the end of course, students take AP Exams— standardized exams that measure how well students have mastered college-level course work. Students who do well on AP Exams can earn credit and/or placement into advanced courses in college. AP: The Basics

4. The Benefits of AP Courses AP courses can be challenging, but it’s work that pays off. AP teachers are among the most prepared, dedicated, and inspiring teachers at their schools. Students develop confidence, and learn the study habits and time management skills essential for success in college.

5. AP and College Admission Colleges rank “Grades in college prep courses” and “Strength of curriculum” as the top two factors in the admission decision.* 85% of selective colleges and universities report that a student’s AP experience favorably impacts admission decisions.** “We look favorably on students who have taken AP courses. The presence of AP courses is a sign that a student has chosen to challenge him/herself.” —Admission Officer * 2009 State of College Admission, NACAC ** Unpublished institutional research, Crux Research Inc. March 2007

6. What Are AP Courses Like? AP courses typically demand more of students than regular or honors courses. Classes tend to be fast-paced and cover more material than typical high school classes. More time, inside and outside of the classroom, is required to complete lessons, assignments and homework. AP teachers expect their students to think critically, analyze and synthesize facts and data, weigh competing perspectives, and write clearly and persuasively.

7. AP Exam Fees AP Exam fee for 2017 is $97 per exam. For students with financial need, the College Board provides a $23 per exam fee reduction. In Georgia additional federal and/or state funding provide these additional fee subsidies: At least another $8 dollars for a reduction in fee of $31

8. AP Helps Students Graduate on Time… Students who take AP courses and exams are much more likely than their peers to complete a college degree on time. Only one in four students who enter college complete a bachelor’s degree in four years.* A recent study** showed that students taking AP courses and exams were much more likely to earn a college degree in four years. For example, AP English Literature students had four-year college graduation rates that were 62% higher than students that had not taken AP English Literature. * IPEDS database, 2008 ** Linda Hargrove, Donn Godin, and Barbara Dodd, “College Outcomes Comparisons by AP and Non-AP High School Experiences.” The College Board, 2008.

9. … and Save Money Students who take five years or more to graduate can spend $8,000-$27,000 for each additional year in college. The typical college cost per year for a four-year public institution is $8,142 for in-state students and $19,670 for out-of-state students.* Students attending private institutions might expect to incur $27,389 for each additional year it takes to earn a bachelor’s degree.* * Costs include tuition, fees, and books and supplies only, and do not include room, board, and other living expenses. Average Estimated Undergraduate Budgets, 2009-10 (Enrollment- Weighted). The College Board, ”Trends in College Pricing,” 2009.

10. AP Boosts Eligibility for Scholarships 31% of colleges and universities consider a student’s AP experience when making decisions about which students will receive scholarships.* “Having the AP Exam score can make the difference when it comes down to awarding precious scholarship dollars.” —Edwina Harris Hamby, former Dean of Admission, Fisk University * Unpublished institutional research, Crux Research Inc. March 2007

11. AP and College Success A recent study* showed that students who earned a 3, 4, or 5 on the AP Exam had higher first-year college grade point averages and were more likely to return for the second year of college than non-AP students of similar ability. *Krista Mattern, Emily Shaw, and Xinhui Xiong, “The Relationship Between AP Exam Performance and College Outcomes” (2009), The College Board. “One of the best standard predictors of academic success at Harvard is performance on Advanced Placement Examinations.” —William Fitzsimmons, Dean of Admissions & Financial Aid, Harvard University

12. Kell High School 2015 AP Merit School 27% of the population is taking an AP Exam 65% of those students score a 3 or higher 2015 AP STEM School Students take AP Exams in at least two AP math courses and two AP science courses 2015 AP STEM Achievement School At least 45% of the AP STEM students earn a 3 or better 2015 AP Humanities School Schools offer at least one AP English, two AP social sciences, one AP fine arts, and one AP world language course

13. 2016 Highlights Human Geography 3.64 average with 8 perfect scores 88% pass rate Spanish 3.0 average with 2 perfect scores World History 3.025 average with 3 perfect scores Calculus AB 100% pass rate Art History 3.25 average with 1 perfect score AP Studio Art 2D 3.5 average AP Studio Art Drawing 3.857 including 2 perfect scores 100% pass rate US Government & Politics 3.171 including 4 perfect scores

14. NATIONAL RECOGNITION AP Scholar AP Scholar with Honor AP Scholar with Distinction National AP Scholar 2015 456165

15. Georgia Tech Freshmen Admission STATS Fall 2010 – Fall 2016 High SchoolAccept % Year One GPA (avg) Kell47%3.34 Kennesaw Mountain49%3.35 Lassiter43%3.33 North Cobb29%3.13 South Cobb33%3.28 Pope46%3.39 Harrison46%3.25 Kennesaw Mountain’s Acceptance rate has decreased by 8%, Lassiter’s has decreased by 2%, North Cobb’s has decreased by 6%, and Pope has decreased by 9% while Kell has increased by 3%.

16. High School Sample Schedules Honors/AP Pathways

17. SAMPLE COURSE SEQUENCING AP Science Course Sequence 9 th Grade: Honors Biology 10 th Grade: Honors Chemistry, possible Honors Microbiology 11 th Grade: AP Chemistry, AP Physics 1 12 th Grade: AP Physics 2 or AP Biology or AP Environmental Science

18. SAMPLE COURSE SEQUENCING AP English Course Sequence 9 th Grade: Honors 9 th Lit Comp 10 th Grade: Honors World Literature 11 th Grade: AP Language & Composition 12 th Grade: AP Literature & Composition

19. SAMPLE COURSE SEQUENCING AP Social Studies Course Sequence 9 th Grade: AP Human Geography Honors World Geography 10 th Grade: AP World History 11 th Grade: AP US History AP Psychology 12 th Grade: AP Macroeconomics AP US Government

20. SAMPLE COURSE SEQUENCING AP Mathematics Course Sequence 9 th Grade: Accelerated Algebra / Geometry A 10 th Grade: Accelerated Geometry B /Alg 2 11 th Grade: Accelerated Pre Calculus 12 th Grade: AP Calculus (AB or BC) AP Statistics AP Computer Science

21. SAMPLE COURSE SEQUENCING 2D Art Track 9 th - Intro to Art 10 th - Drawing/Painting I 11 th - Drawing/Painting II 12 th - AP Studio Drawing or AP Studio 2D Design 3D Art Track 9 th - Intro to Art 10 th - Ceramics 11 th - Sculpture 12 th - AP 3D Design

22. How can my child qualify for AP/Honors? Strong academic performance in the classroom Testing Data IOWA PSAT AP Potential

23. What about everything else? Fine Arts World Languages Career Tech Physical Education Community Service

24. Fine Arts DRAMA: Two student representatives National English Speaking Union-Atlanta Branch Competition ART: Artwork displayed at Scholastic Art Awards, All State Art Symposium, Georgia Ceramic Awards, The High Museum, Kennesaw State University, Buckhead Theatre, Savannah College of Art and Design, Gallery 4463, Columbus State University, Binders Art Gallery, and the Centre for Performing and Visual Arts in Newnan Kell AP students created artwork for the Atlanta Sports Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony 2014-2016 BAND: First in class AA at BOA Jacksonville State University Regional, Outstanding Music First place overall Milton High School White Columns Invitational, Outstanding Music 21 students District Honor Band Seven students accepted to the Georgia All-State Band CHORUS: 2014 GHP participant for voice 2015 NAFME All-National Honor Ensemble Student Participant 2 students 2016 All State Chorus Orchestra: 5 students Georgia Youth Symphony Orchestra 2 students 2016 All State Chorus

25. World Languages Spanish 3.0 average on the AP Exam German GHP Student 2015 Exchange Program Latin National Latin Exam Gold Medal Awards

26. Career Tech American Institute of Architects High School Design Winners 2006-2014 Cobb County Video Contest Champions Culinary Champions at Whole Foods and Taste of Acworth Culinary program offers catering and SafeServe certification DECA State Winners and National Competitors Full video broadcast studio and live print graphics lab

27. Physical Education Updated weight room Dedicated personal fitness classroom Summer athletic workout program Sports Medicine Outdoor Education Championship athletic program

28. Community Service 31 Seniors in Class of 2016 recognized with Community Service Medallions 4587Community Service Hours documented 2013-2016 935 Operation Christmas Child boxes collected 2014-2016

29. Learn More For more information about AP courses and exams, visit: www.collegeboard.com/apstudents For more information about Kell High School, visit: www.carltonjkellhighschool.com Email: sara.griffin@cobbk12.org