What is Advanced Placement (AP):
The AP Program provides students with the opportunity to take college level courses while in high school.
Benefits of Advanced Placement:
Students enrolled in AP Courses:
Earn college credit or skip introductory courses in college
Get familiar with college-level work, and boost confidence
Studying a subject in depth can help develop new insights and interests in careers
CMS AP Course Offerings:
Every CMS High School offers 10 Core AP Courses (click on the course name for more information):
Biology
Calculus AB/BC
Computer Science Principles
English Language and Composition
English Literature and Composition
Environmental Science
Human Geography
Psychology
Statistics
United States History
Arts
Sciences
World Languages
Social Studies/History
Math & Computer Science
Interdisciplinary
Art History
2-D Art and Design
3-D Art and Design
Drawing
Music Theory
Chemistry
Physics
Chinese Language
French Language
German Language
Japanese Language
Spanish Language
Spanish Literature and Culture
European History
Government and Politics: Comparative
Government and Politics: United States
Macroeconomics
Microeconomics
World History
Computer Science A
Capstone (Seminar & Research)
Helpful Resources/Links:
AP Course & Exam Pages
AP Central
Spotlight on Success: Tips to Reach New Students
What is AP - For Students
Resources for Parents & Families
Free Resources for Families
*Reach out to your school to learn more about your school’s Advanced Placement Program and course offerings.
Contact: Kaitlin Brick, Advanced Studies Specialist - kaitlin.brick@cms.k12.nc.us