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THE ADVANCED PLACEMENT PROGRAM



The AP Challenge

Do you love to learn? Are you highly motivated? Would you like to challenge yourself academically and study with motivated peers? Would you like to improve your critical thinking, organizational and writing skills? Are you interested in earning a university credit while in high school? Would you like to enrich your high school experience and be very well prepared to meet the demands of post-secondary education programs? Then, Advanced Placement (AP) may be for you!


All About AP

The Advanced Placement Program is sponsored by the College Board, in Princeton, New Jersey, and currently offers 36 university-level courses with over 4000 participating universities and colleges in 202 countries. AP courses are offered internationally with over 2.34 million students writing approximately 4 million AP exams. Students who participate in the AP Program and then challenge the AP exams have the opportunity to earn a credit or advanced placement in first year university courses depending on their AP results.


AP Course Offerings at Miller

AP Calculus AB – In preparation for challenging the AP Calculus AB exam in Grade 12 it is recommended that students enrol in the designated Mathematics classes at Grades 9, 10 and 11. Students should have a strong math background, and should have a keen interest in mathematics and advanced problem solving.
AP Computer Science A – This course emphasizes object-oriented programming methodology with a concentration on problem solving and algorithm development. Students will study data structures, design, and abstraction. It is recommended that students take Computer Science 20 and Computer Science 30 in order to prepare to challenge the AP Computer Science exam.
AP English Literature & Composition – In preparation for challenging the AP English Literature and Composition exam in Grade 12, it is recommended that students enrol in the designated English Language Arts classes in Grades 9, 10 and 11. In addition to completing the English Language Arts A30 and B30 requirements in Grade 12, enrichment is provided through in-depth reading, writing, research and discussion to assist students in preparing for the AP exam. Students also receive a summer reading list to be completed prior to Grade 12.
AP Psychology – In preparation for challenging the AP Psychology exam, it is recommended that students enrol in Psychology 20 in the first semester and Psychology 30 AP in the second semester of the year in which they plan to challenge the AP Psychology exam. In this course, students will engage in the systematic and scientific study of the behaviour and mental processes of human beings. Students will learn psychological theories, methods and principles associated with the major subfields of psychology. This course requires a significant amount of independent study.
AP Studio Art – This course is intended for highly motivated students who are prepared to spend significantly more time than they do in the typical Art 30 course. AP Studio Art is not based on a written exam; instead, students submit portfolios for evaluation in May. The Studio Art course focuses on a sense of quality in a student’s work, concentration on a specific visual interest or problem; and the student’s need for breadth of experience in the formal, technical and expressive means of the artist. The AP Studio Art Program consists of three portfolios – 2-D Design, 3-D Design and Drawing Regardless of which of the three portfolios a student chooses to complete he/she is required to demonstrate a depth of investigation and process of discovery through the Concentration section. In the Breadth section the student is asked to demonstrate proficiency in visual principles and material techniques. In the Quality section students select the works that best exhibit a synthesis of form, technique and content.

AP Exams & Results

AP teachers cover the Saskatchewan Learning Curriculum in each subject area and help students to meet the additional demands of the AP course they are studying. AP exams are written in May of each year and are set and graded by the College Board. Saskatchewan Learning recognizes Advanced Placement Calculus 30, Computer Science 30, Psychology 30, English Language Arts A30 and B30, and Visual Art 30 courses on student transcripts. When students register to write AP exams they can arrange to have their AP results sent from the College Board to the receiving post-secondary institution(s). Students need to check the policy statements on acceptance of AP standing at the institution they plan to attend.


How to Register

If you are in Grade 8 and considering challenging AP courses in Grade 12 at Miller, consult your teachers and your parents to determine if the extra demands of these courses are right for you. If so, check off the appropriate box or boxes on your registration form. If you are in Grades 9, 10 or 11 and are not currently working toward AP course work at Grade 12 but would like to, then discuss this option with your parents and teachers. See a guidance counsellor to discuss the possibilities.



LEARNING RESOURCE PROGRAM
Miller Comprehensive High School offers a Learning Resource Program for those students needing extra support in order to meet success in their classes. The Learning Resource Teacher may provide in class support or individual and small group support. Students in grade 9 through 12 completing regular courses may access the Learning Resource Program. Students in grades 10, 11 and 12 may have the option of receiving support from the learning resource teacher through a daily scheduled tutorial period (scheduling one of their class periods as daily tutorial) or a less frequently scheduled tutorial period (students meet in tutorial a few times a week for assistance).

ENGLISH AS AN ADDITONAL LANGUAGE - SUPPORT
Miller Comprehensive High School offers support for students whose first language is not English. Academic and vocational assistance for EAL students is provided based upon the individual needs of the students. As well we offer EAL A20 and EAL B20, two locally developed Grade 11 credit courses designed to further assist students who have English as an additional language.


MODIFIED COURSES
Miller Comprehensive High School offers modified courses at the grade 9, 10, 11 and 12 levels. Modified courses are identified by the numeral one – Grade 9 modified courses are numbered 91, Grade 10 modified courses are numbered 11, Grade 11 modified courses are numbered 21 and grade 12 modified courses are numbered 31. Modified courses follow many of the unit topics of their regular course counterparts; however, curricular objectives are modified to meet the needs of the learner. Students enrolled in modified courses do graduate with a grade 12 standing. However, it is important to note that modified courses may limit post secondary educational opportunities.

ALTERNATIVE COURSES
Miller Comprehensive High School offers an Alternative Education Program. This special education program allows student to continue to develop academic skills and important life skills. Courses in this special education program are locally developed. After formal educational assessments and referrals have been completed, students may be enrolled in alternative education courses. Students that complete the Alternative Education program receive an Alternative Grade12 Education standing.


MILLER STUDENT SERVICES

Student Services personnel are available to support students in a variety of ways as they progress through their academic program at Miller. Counsellors will visit classes throughout the year to provide students with academic and career information. Students are also invited to meet with a counsellor for additional information and support.



CAREER - counsellors provide information and facilitate processes on:

  • career exploration

  • scholarships, awards and bursaries

  • letters of reference

  • resume writing / portfolio development

  • student loans and financial aid

  • campus visits

  • study and/or travel abroad

  • post secondary application workshops

  • on and off site post-secondary information sessions

ACADEMIC - counsellors offer support in areas such as:

  • course selections and pre-requisite checks

  • entrance requirements for post-secondary programs

  • study skills

  • referrals for learning assistance and tutor access

  • graduation status

  • providing high school (unofficial) transcripts

PERSONAL - personal counselling is available to all students regarding:

  • personal decision making

  • developing positive relationships

  • managing time

  • managing stress

  • referrals to outside agencies as required

Aboriginal Liaison Counsellor provides information and facilitates processes on:

  • student counselling in the areas of academic, personal and career

  • advocate for services that will help with student success

  • provide opportunities for students to develop leadership skills

  • when appropriate, students and/or families are referred to outside agencies

Drug and Alcohol Educator – Mr. Rand Teed, Regina Catholic Schools’ Drug and Alcohol Educator, is available at Miller one day a week to support students, offer information sessions, and work with teachers to integrate drug and alcohol education into the curriculum

School Resource Officer – A constable is assigned to Miller, as well as several elementary schools in the area. He is available to assist students and parents with legal issues.


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