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Norwood High outlines AP expansion, asks for $40k–$45k ongoing exam funding
Summary
Norwood High School administrators told the school committee Dec. 4 that AP course offerings have grown to 26 and that full funding of AP exam fees since 2022 drove participation to 530 exams in 2024; they requested continued funding of exam fees and $17,500 annually for a Mass Insight partnership.
Dr. Galligan, a Norwood High School administrator, and Miss Duran of Norwood High School presented a five‑goal plan to expand access to Advanced Placement coursework, improve demographic alignment in AP enrollment, boost achievement and provide supports for teachers and students. "Our goal is to give a brief snapshot and overview of advanced placement coursework enrollment and performance at Norwood High School," Dr. Galligan said during the Dec. 4 presentation to the Norwood School Committee.
The presenters said the district now offers 26 AP courses across departments and has added AP options for grades 9 and 10.…
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