1. Advanced Placement United States History
Instructor:
Scott McAuley

2. Communication Email - mcauleys@gcufsd.net Twitter - @ mcauleyapush
Web Site – via GCHS Web Page

3. Grading Tests 50% Quizzes 40% (2 lowest grades dropped) Homework 10%
All assignments can & should be made up

4. 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

5. 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)