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Holliston committee discusses encouraging AP exam-taking, Seal of Biliteracy growth and financial supports
Summary
Committee members heard district staff describe rising AP participation and growth in the Seal of Biliteracy program, discussed whether to require students in AP classes to take the AP exam, and asked staff to study scholarship needs to cover exam fees.
Holliston Public Schools staff told the School Committee April 17 that increased Advanced Placement participation and Seal of Biliteracy growth are producing positive trends but raised implementation questions about exam-taking and financial support.
District presenters said AP course enrollments and AP Scholar recognitions increased in recent years and that AP exam participation is the single largest driver for several national rankings. They reported an increase in AP scholars (presentation slides cited roughly 40 AP Scholars and multiple levels of distinction) and said the high school’s rank on some national lists improved versus prior published cohorts.
Why it matters: Committee members and administrators discussed whether students enrolled in an AP course should be…
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