Provide enrichment/”exhale” opportunities right before the AP exam
As exam day approaches, students may feel increasingly anxious or worried. Providing space for students to have enrichment opportunities or a collective “exhale” on the day of the exam can be a helpful way to put their worries in context and remind them that they are part of a community that shares this experience with them.
We suggest implementing these strategies:
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.