Transcript Power Point for Prospective AP English IV Students

English IV Advanced Placement
Instructor: Julie Seeley
Denton ISD
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Benefits of English IV AP
Experienced, dedicated instructor
 Superb college preparation
 Chance to earn college credit, saving time
and money and avoiding “monster”
freshman courses in college
 Students in AP course pay only $13 to take
AP test in May (normal fee $85)
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Focus of Course
Analytical reading of fiction, poetry, and
drama
 Writing essays (Some creative writing)
 Vocabulary for SAT and beyond
 Literary discussion
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College Admissions Criteria
Strong GPA with challenging classes
 College admission test scores (SAT/ACT)
 Steady improvement
 Narrow, deep extracurricular involvement
 Dedication to commitments
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Syllabus
Two summer reading novels
 Six to eight major works per semester
 Frequent writing opportunities with
extensive feedback
 Practical, applicable grammar
 AP Timed writing each six weeks
 Estimated 90 minutes nightly homework,
depending on time management skills
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Good Candidates for AP
Would enjoy a challenging English class
 Are avid and active readers
 Want to work hard
 Can accept and apply criticism
 Can take responsibility
 Have good attendance at school
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How to Register
Course registration procedure
 Exit policy
 Long-term vs. short-term benefits
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Consider your…….
College and career goals
 Other courses
 Plans for an outside job
 SAT / ACT improvement needs
 Commitment to earning a college degree
 Desire to pursue post-graduate studies
 Financial needs for college
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Where to Get More Information
Mrs. Seeley, Room 218 and my web page
 College Board, www.collegeboard.com
 Current English teacher
 School counselor
 Denton ISD Website
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Thank You!
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