Help students make connections between activities and goals

Classroom activities can sometimes feel removed from students’ goals or priorities. By drawing clear connections between class activities, content, and college/career goals, teachers can help create buy-in to learning in the AP classroom.

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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