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Norwood High highlights expanded AP access, cites equity and college savings
Summary
Norwood High officials told the school committee Dec. 3 that expanded Advanced Placement offerings and supports have increased student participation and preparedness; the district budgets approximately $60,000 for exam fees and partners with Mass Insight for teacher development and student supports.
Norwood High School presented an update on its Advanced Placement program to the Norwood Public Schools Committee on Dec. 3, emphasizing broader student access and supports aimed at equity and college preparation.
"AP is no longer for the elite," said Mister Ainge, the district’s AP presenter, describing the district’s goal of making AP courses available to any motivated student. He said Norwood offers 25 AP courses and has increased both participation and the number of exams taken; 578 AP exams were reported in 2025 and more than half of 11th–12th graders took an AP exam that year. "The breadth of opportunity is one…
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