Advanced Placement
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AP courses allow students to pursue college-level studies while still in high school. These courses have been endorsed by the College Board, a national organization that oversees AP courses to make sure each course contains a rigorous level of study.
According to the AP Fact Sheet, "Most of the nation's colleges and universities, and institutions in over 30 countries, have an AP policy granting an incoming student college credit, higher placement in courses or both, if the student earns qualifying AP exam grades."
More Information
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AP Courses Offered
Business Education, Technology, and Visual Arts
- Computer Science
- Art
English and EL
- English Language
- English Literature
- Seminar
Social Studies and World Language
- Human Geography
- World History
- U.S. History
- European History
- Government
- Psychology
- Economics
- Spanish Language
- Spanish Literature
- French
- Italian
Math and Science
- Calculus AB
- Calculus BC
- Statistics
- Biology
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Environmental Science
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Benefits of Taking AP Courses
- Students stand out in the college admission process.
- Students experience college-level work now, which will prepare them for college later.
- Students earn weighted grades for AP classes.
- Students may earn college credit by passing AP exams, which will save money on tuition.
- "A 1999 study found that the strongest predictor of college graduation is participation in college-level courses (especially AP) in high school." - U.S. Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I start thinking about AP?
When you make your scheduling appointment as an 8th grader, your four-year plan at RMHS should include an AP class.
Is it true AP can save my family thousands of dollars in college costs?
Depending on your AP exam scores, some RMHS students begin college with sophomore standing.
Do I need to be an honors student?
NO! We believe that with hard work and motivation, every RMHS student can be successful in an AP class.
What if I am not planning to go to college?
AP classes are designed to improve study skills and critical thinking, which gives you the best chance of success when you graduate.
Contacts
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Nathan Aslinger
Assistant Principal for Curriculum and Instruction
nathan.aslinger@d214.org
847-718-5612Michelle Gammelgarrd
Math and Science Division Head
michelle.gammelgaard@d214.org
847-718-5724Mary Luckritz
English/Fine Arts Division Head
mary.luckritz@d214.org
847-718-5674Greta Rakow
Social Studies and World Language Division Head
greta.rakow@d214.org
847-718-5697David Wietrzak
Business Ed / Technology / Physical Education Division Head
david.wietrzak@d214.org
847-718-5756
