121.

 

That’s how many passing Advanced Placement scores Leeds High School had for the 2024 Spring exams. Today, the teachers who made it happen were surprised with a little “thank you” from Leeds City Schools.

 

Superintendent John Moore hand-delivered a check to each AP teacher on Monday morning. The AP teachers were given $100 for each passing score. With 121 passing scores, that’s a nice bonus for these teachers! LHS had a passing score for each course offered.

 

Those teachers are:

Mr. Argo - AP Statistics

Mr. Demora - AP Spanish

Ms. Delehanty - AP English Language

Mr. Goldberg - AP Government and Politics

Mr. Higdon - AP Calculus

Mrs. Kennedy - AP Computer Science

Mr. Thomas - AP English Literature

 

 

 

What are AP courses?

The Advanced Placement Program offers college-level courses and exams that you can take in high school.

 

Why is it important? 

According to the AP website, taking AP courses gives you an edge in college. The courses allow students to earn college credit and help students stand out to colleges. The courses also give students a taste of what college courses will be like and develop skills that will be useful in college.

 

How long have AP courses been offered at Leeds?

The AP program took flight during the 2017 school year. 

Fun fact: LHS was one of 2 high schools in the state that were honored for exceeding expectations when the program first started.

 

When are the exams?

May

 

What was the increase in passing scores from 2023 to 2024? 

2023 - 80 passing scores

2024 - 121 passing scores

 

What’s the goal for this year?

GROWTH! - Mr. Williams

 

 

Congratulations to Leeds High School and the AP Teachers for your tremendous efforts and achievements!