The variety of AP classes at Foran High School can be an eye-opening experience for students. The classes go from the English side of AP Language and Composition to the more scientific side with AP Chemistry and AP Biology.
Junior Allison Stefan is currently taking two AP classes and took AP classes her freshman year. She is taking AP Language and Composition and AP US History as a junior.
AP classes are advanced placement and college-level classes given to challenge students. If interested in going to college, these classes are extremely beneficial and recommended if students are willing to put in the hard work.
Stefan states, “Junior year has been stressful, but at the end of the day it’s better to get these AP classes done now so I don’t have to worry about them in college.”
Stefan is also a part of the Cheerleading team and works at Jimmy’s Apiza. Handling these extracurriculars has allowed her to learn how to manage the stressful parts of life for her future.
Mrs. Barbara Dooley, one of the AP Language and Composition teachers, is working hard to better the learning experience for students through a great amount of practice. In the class, they take multiple-choice quizzes and practice their timed essays, all to prepare for the AP exam.
Dooley states, “AP Lang can be a difficult class for many students, but the students that put in the extra effort often get far in this class. Coming to see me after school for conferences is extremely helpful for the students, to focus on making their future work better.
Seeing teachers after school is one of the many available tools when taking more difficult classes. Having study sessions with classmates can also be very beneficial, for sharing thoughts and ideas.
According to AP Central, “AP classes build confidence, look amazing to colleges, and save time and money in college.” (https://apcentral.collegeboard.org/)
Taking AP classes creates an advantage for students in the future because although they are stressful, they have so many benefits. Students learn time management, personal growth, and financial help.
