Help students develop a positive mindset about the AP exam

Students will have varying feelings about the AP exam at this time of the year. Depending on how they have performed in the class and on mock exams, they may feel hopeful, concerned, or scared about the exam. Talking in a positive way about the exam and working with students on developing an asset-based approach to the exam can help ease test anxiety.

Explore Student Experiences Throughout the School Year

Click on each critical period to explore student experiences.

Strong Start

August/September

Keeping Up

November/December

Midterm Reset

January/February

Exam Prep

March/April

Due to varying school schedules and contexts, the exact timing of the critical periods will differ by school and even by class. The months provided are a guide for where teachers should be looking for experiences based on time of year.

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