Western Placer trustees honor AP teachers from Lincoln and 12 Bridges ahead of AP testing
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The board recognized AP teachers from Lincoln High School and 12 Bridges High School for surpassing California pass rates, awarding honor‑roll distinctions to both schools and certificates to individual teachers.
The Western Placer Unified School District Board of Trustees recognized Advanced Placement teachers and two schools’ AP honor roll designations during the meeting.
Lede details: Assistant principals from 12 Bridges High School and Lincoln High School presented data on AP performance and thanked teachers for preparing students ahead of AP testing. Staff explained AP exam scores are reported on a 1–5 scale, with a score of 3 or higher commonly considered college‑equivalent.
Honor roll and awards: Both 12 Bridges and Lincoln were named to the College Board’s AP honor roll; 12 Bridges received a bronze designation and Lincoln received silver. Presenters said the honor‑roll calculation considers college culture (course access), college bridge (percentage scoring 3 or higher at any point in high school) and college optimization (students entering college with college credit via AP).
Individual recognitions: District staff presented certificates to numerous teachers whose classes surpassed the California pass rates or achieved 90% college‑ready rates in particular sections. Names called during the ceremony included Christine Hodge (AP Biology), Jeff Dewar (AP U.S. History), Katie Blanowitt (AP English Language), Chrissa Peterson (AP English Literature), Ken McCarley (AP Computer Science Principles) and others from both schools. Presenters noted some high‑achieving courses were first‑year offerings at 12 Bridges.
Context and emphasis: Presenters emphasized that taking AP courses and exams benefits students even when scores are a 1 or 2, citing research that exposure increases likelihood of enrolling in four‑year colleges and later improving scores. Lincoln presenters noted continued AP participation and program growth despite enrollment changes.
Ending: The board thanked the schools and planned to present certificates to teachers after the meeting; trustees praised teachers’ work and noted the awards as part of the district’s focus on academic excellence.