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AP 2021 Changes

  • Due to COVID-19, College Board has provided additional testing dates for AP Exams to accommodate for extra safety measures. There will be two different administrations of AP Exams at Southern Lehigh High School.

    1. In the 1st administration AP exams will be administered per normal paper and pencil format in school.
    2. During the 2nd administration, students will be able to take the exams digitally at home.

    Some exams are ONLY offered in a paper and pencil format, and will be administered during the 1st administration with the exception of Spanish Language; which will be administered during the 2nd administration.

    Students taking a Friday exam need to provide their own transportation to and from school since this is an asynchronous day. Plan to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the beginning of your exam.

    ONLY Paper and Pencil AP Exams:

    Students taking these exams are automatically selected for paper and pencil exams and do not need to make selections for them.

    • Calculus AB
    • Calculus BC
    • Chemistry
    • Chinese Language and Culture (Computer based, but in school only)
    • Music Theory
    • Physics 1: Algebra Based
    • Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
    • Physics C: Mechanics
    • Spanish Language & Culture (2nd administration only)
    • Spanish Literature & Culture
    • Statistics

    If you wish to cancel an exam, you must request this in Total Registration. We are currently past the deadline so any exams cancelled at this point will forfeit their payment; there are no more refunds.

    Administration 1 Schedule

    Administration 1 Schedule

    Administration 2 Schedule

    Administration 2 Schedule

Registration

  • Important Deadlines:

    • Sep 1, 2020 - Registration Opens in Total Registration
    • Oct 2, 21020 - Create and Sign-in to your College Board Account. Add all of your AP courses.
    • Nov 6, 2020 – Students must indicate in College Board that they are taking the test. Students must see the guidance office after this date to make changes.
    • Nov 12, 2020 - Registrations and payments after this date will incur a $40 late fee per exam.
    • March 5, 2021 - Registration Ends
    • Mar 11, 2021 – Last day to cancel an exam and receive a full refund in Total Registration.
    • Mar 19, 2021 - Submit your decision for paper or digital exams.

2021 Exam Change Documents

Why Should I Take an AP Test?

  • Stand Out in College Admissions

    Deciding to take an AP course lets colleges and universities know that you have what it takes to succeed in an undergraduate environment. When admissions officers see “AP” on your transcript, they know that what you experienced in a particular class has prepared you well for the challenges of college. Taking AP is a sign that you’re up for the most rigorous classes your high school has to offer.

    Earn College Credits

    By taking an AP course and scoring successfully on the related AP Exam, you can save on college expenses: most colleges and universities nationwide offer college credit, advanced placement, or both, for qualifying AP Exam scores. These credits can allow students to save college tuition, study abroad, or secure a second major. AP can transform what once seemed unattainable into something within reach. (AP Website, 2017)

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