Placement Criteria

Placement in Honors courses are based on the following criteria:

Incoming Freshman (must meet two of three criteria):

>>>Placement test scores of 80% or higher in relevant sections

>>>Junior high grades of A and/or B

>>>Other standardized test scores of 80% or higher

Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors:

>>>Average of A or B if current related course is Honors level.

>>>Average of A if current related course is College level.

Advanced Placement Courses ? Students must meet departmental standards that include:

>>>Grades in current and related courses

>>>Ability to write clearly and correctly

>>>Willingness to attend additional teaching and practice sessions as scheduled

>>>Recommendations of teachers in current and related courses

>>>All students taking AP courses must take the corresponding AP exams