Advanced
Placement
Laurel Springs provides students with the opportunity to earn credit in College Prep, AP, Honors, and World
Language courses, enabling students to complete graduation requirements or prerequisites while continuing to
attend their primary school program. Fully supported by qualified, caring teachers and staff, students can take
their classes anywhere they have an Internet connection, ensuring flexibility for a busy schedule. Laurel Springs
is accredited by AdvancED, SACS CASI (Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Council on Accreditation
and School Improvement), and WASC (Western Association of School and Colleges).
AP English (grades 11-12)
AP English Language & Composition (Online)
In AP English Language and Composition, students learn to understand
and analyze complex styles of writing by reading works from a variety
of authors. They explore the richness of language, including syntax,
imitation, word choice and tone. They also learn about their own
composition style and process, starting with exploration, planning and
writing, and continuing through editing, peer review, rewriting, polishing
and applying what they learn to a breadth of academic, personal and
professional contexts. The equivalent of an introductory college-level
survey class, this course prepares students for the AP exam and for
further study in communications, creative writing, journalism, literature
and composition.
Prerequisite:”A” or “B” in English
• College Prep • UC Honors Approved • NCAA Approved
AP English Literature & Composition (Online)
AP English Literature and Composition immerses students in novels,
plays, poems and short stories from various periods. Students read
and write daily, using a variety of multimedia and interactive activities,
interpretive writing assignments and class discussions to assess and
improve their skills and knowledge. The course places special emphasis
on reading comprehension, structural and critical analysis of written
works, literary vocabulary and recognizing and understanding literary
devices. The equivalent of an introductory college-level survey class,
this course prepares students for the AP exam and for further study in
creative writing, communications, journalism, literature and composition.
Prerequisite:”A” or “B” in English
• College Prep • UC Honors Approved • NCAA Approved
AP Social Studies (grades 11-12)
AP U.S. History (Online)
AP U.S. History analyzes and explores the economic, political, and
social changes in America since Columbus. Students master historical
knowledge and critical analysis; build reading, writing, and communication
skills; and discover how historical events have contributed to American
culture. In the process, they learn how decisions and events of the past
continue to have profound effects on the world today and how knowledge
of the causes behind past events can influence future decisions. By the
end of the course, students are ready to put their factual knowledge
to work by weighing evidence and interpreting problems presented by
historians. The equivalent of an introductory college-level course, AP
U.S. History prepares students for the AP exam and for further study in
history, political science, economics, sociology, and law.
Prerequisite: “A” or “B’ in Social Studies
• College Prep • UC Honors Approved • NCAA Approved
AP World History (Online)
AP World History includes study of the world from 600 CE to the present
and includes an introduction unit on the period from 8,000 BCE to 600
CE. The course emphasizes patterns of change and the connections
between the various world cultures throughout the time period studied in
the course. Students gain insight into the global experiences of humanity
and will apply that knowledge to their growth and development as world
citizens. This two-semester course prepares students to take the AP
World History exam. It also provides them with an understanding of why
the world developed the way it did. This course uses a textbook.
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AP European History (Online)
AP European History is equivalent to a college freshman or sophomore
modern European history course. This course surveys the social,
economic, cultural, intellectual, political, and diplomatic history of
modern Europe from the fall of Constantinople to the fall of the Berlin
Wall and collapse of the Soviet Union. Students will be able to identify
the characteristics of and analyze the major periods, ideas, movements,
trends, and themes that characterize European history from approximately
1450 to the present. During the course students will hone their ability to
analyze historical evidence and demonstrate their understanding and
analysis in writing. This course prepares students for the Advanced
Placement European History exam.
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AP U.S. Government & Politics (Online)–Semester
AP U.S. Government and Politics studies the operations and structure of
the U.S. government and the behavior of the electorate and politicians.
Students gain the analytic perspective necessary to critically evaluate
political data, hypotheses, concepts, opinions, and processes. Along the
way, they learn how to gather data about political behavior and develop
their own theoretical analysis of American politics. They also build the
skills they need to examine general propositions about government and
politics and to analyze the specific relationships between political, social,
and economic institutions. The equivalent of an introductory college-level
course, AP U.S. Government and Politics prepares students for the AP
exam and for further study in political science, law, education, business,
and history.
Prerequisite: U.S. History
• College Prep • UC Honors Approved • NCAA Approved
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AP Social Studies continued
AP Microeconomics (Online)–Semester
AP Microeconomics studies the behavior of individuals and businesses
as they exchange goods and services in the marketplace. Students
learn why the same product costs different amounts at different stores,
in different cities, at different times. They also learn to spot patterns
in economic behavior and how to use those patterns to explain buyer
and seller behavior under various conditions. Microeconomics studies
the economic way of thinking, understanding the nature and function
of markets, the role of scarcity and competition, the influence of factors
such as interest rates on business decisions, and the role of government
in promoting a healthy economy. The equivalent of a 100-level college
course, AP Microeconomics prepares students for the AP exam and for
further study in business, history, and political science. (TI-84 Plus, TI-83,
or TI-83 Plus calculator must be purchased separately for an additional
cost.)
Prerequisite: Algebra I
• College Prep • UC Honors Approved • NCAA Approved
(grades 10-12)
AP Psychology (Online)–Semester
AP Psychology provides an overview of current psychological research
methods and theories. Students will explore the therapies used by
professional counselors and clinical psychologists and examine the
reasons for normal human reactions: how people learn and think, the
process of human development and human aggression, altruism,
intimacy, and self-reflection. They’ll study core psychological concepts
such as the brain and sense functions and learn to gauge human
reactions, gather information, and form meaningful syntheses. Along
the way, students will also investigate relevant concepts like study skills
and information retention. The equivalent of a 100-level college survey
course, AP Psychology prepares students for the AP exam and for further
studies in psychology and life sciences.
Prerequisite: Biology
• College Prep • UC Honors Approved • NCAA Approved
AP Macroeconomics (Online)–Semester
AP Macroeconomics students learn why and how the world economy can
change from month to month, how to identify trends in our economy, and
how to use those trends to develop performance measures and predictors
of economic growth or decline. They’ll also examine how individuals,
institutions, and influences affect people and how those factors can
impact everyone’s life through employment rates, government spending,
inflation, taxes, and production. The equivalent of a 100-level college
course, this course prepares students for the AP Exam and for further
study in business, political science, and history. (TI-84 Plus, TI-83, or TI83 Plus calculator must be purchased separately for an additional cost.)
Prerequisite: Algebra 2 or Math Analysis
• College Prep • UC Honors Approved • NCAA Approved
AP Math (grades 11-12)
AP Calculus AB (Text)
AP Calculus AB is a comprehensive introduction to calculus that is
comparable to a one semester college-level course. The material is
challenging and corresponds with the syllabus of the College Board
Advanced Placement Program. The course is mainly concerned with
developing understanding of the concepts of calculus and applications
to many areas of study including: science, business and engineering.
The course emphasizes problems that are being expressed graphically,
numerically and algebraically. Through this course, students will be able
to compute and analyze mathematical problems in the following subject
areas: analysis of graphs, limits of functions, asymptotes, continuity,
derivatives, derivative at a point, derivative as a function, applications of
derivatives, power functions, exponential functions, logarithmic functions,
trigonometric functions, inverse trigonometric functions, sum rule,
product rule, quotient rule, chain rule, implicit and explicit differentiation,
techniques of integration, indefinite integrals, definite integrals, the
fundamental theorem of calculus and various applications of integration.
The textbook of the course has been carefully chosen and recommended
by the College Board to meet all the required content. Graphing
calculators will be used extensively.
Prerequisite: Algebra 1 & 2, Geometry, Pre-Calculus with Trigonometry
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AP Calculus AB (Online)
This course introduces students to college level mathematics and prepares
them for the Advanced Placement exam in May. This course introduces
limits, differentiation, and integration of functions. Students begin the
course by evaluating finite and infinite limits graphically, numerically, and
analytically. They will use the definition of the limit to find derivatives using
a variety of methods including The Chain Rule and Implicit Differentiation.
They will use the First Derivative Test and The Second Derivative Test
to analyze, visualize and evaluate functions. Each unit contains exam
preparation content for the AP Calculus AB exam.
• College Prep • UC Honors Approved • NCAA Approved
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AP Calculus BC (Online)
This course is the equivalent of an introductory college-level calculus
course. In this course, students study functions, limits, derivatives,
integrals, and infinite series. Calculus helps scientists, engineers, and
financial analysts understand the complex relationships behind realworld phenomena. Students learn to evaluate the soundness of proposed
solutions and apply mathematical reasoning to real-world models.
Students also learn to understand change geometrically and visually
(by studying graphs of curves), analytically (by studying and working
with mathematical formulas), numerically (by seeing patterns in sets of
numbers), and verbally. Students prepare for the AP Exam and further
studies in science, engineering, and mathematics.
Requirement: Student will need graphing calculator TI-83, TI-84 Plus or
TI-89.
Prerequisite: Algebra 1 & 2, Geometry, Pre-Calculus with Trigonometry
(Recommended), AP Calculus AB
College Prep • NCAA Approved
AP Statistics (Online)
AP Statistics data analysis is dependent on the use of technology. It is
strongly recommended that students have access to computers that
include software capable of doing data analysis. Students will be required
to interpret output generated by statistical software programs and/or
applications. Students are not expected to master how to use various
statistical programs, however. In addition one of the following Texas
Instruments calculators is required, TI-83, TI-83+, TI-84, TI-84+, or a TI
89. The TI-83+ is the most popular calculator for AP Statistics. In most
cases the calculator is sufficient but the fundamental tool of data analysis
is in computer applications such as Excel.
Prerequisite: Algebra 2 or Pre-Calculus
• College Prep • UC Honors Approved • NCAA Approved
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AP Science (grades 11-12)
AP Biology w/Lab (Online)
AP Biology is a comprehensive analysis of general biology that includes
biochemistry, molecular biology, genetics, mechanisms of evolution,
evolutionary history of biological diversity, plant and animal form and
function, and ecology. This AP Biology course is designed to be the
equivalent to a college introductory biology course usually taken by
biology majors or pre-medical students in their first year of college. The
textbook used, the range and depth of topics covered, discussion topics
and labs performed are college level. AP Biology prepares students for
the AP Exam and for further study in health sciences.
Prerequisite: Biology and Chemistry
• College Prep • NCAA Approved
AP Chemisty w/Lab (Text)
In this course, you’ll be taking a tour through the fundamentals of
chemistry: reactivity, atoms, molecules and their composition, chemical
properties and much, much more. AP Chemistry is designed to be the
equivalent of the general chemistry course usually taken during the first
college year. For some students, this course enables them to undertake,
in their first year, second-year work in the chemistry sequence at their
institution or to register for courses in other fields where general chemistry
is a prerequisite. For other students, the AP Chemistry course fulfills the
laboratory science requirement and frees time for other courses. This
course differs from a regular high school chemistry course in that it uses
a higher level textbook, covers topics in more depth and emphasizes
chemical calculations and the mathematical formulation of principles
requiring more time. Students will be most successful in this course and
on the AP exam if they have taken at least one year of chemistry prior to
this class. Students will have a chance to apply the concepts they learn in
mathematical problems, essay questions and in the laboratory.
Students must purchase Lab Kit separately, at an additional cost, from
LabPaq.com. Order: AP Chemistry—LabPaq: CK-S
This LabPaq includes 20 experiments and is used with full-year college
chemistry courses and honors-level high school courses such as
those offered by Laurel Springs. It includes a lab manual and required
chemicals, equipment and supplies.
Prerequisite: Chemistry and Algebra 2
• College Prep • NCAA Approved
AP Chemisty w/Lab (Online)
AP Chemistry builds students’ understanding of the nature and reactivity
of matter. After studying the structure of atoms, molecules and ions,
students move on to solve quantitative chemical problems and explore
how molecular structure relates to chemical and physical properties.
Students examine the molecular composition of common substances
and learn to predictably transform them through chemical reactions.
The equivalent of an introductory college-level chemistry course, AP
Chemistry prepares students for the AP exam and for further study in
science, health sciences or engineering.
Students must purchase Lab Kit separately, at an additional cost, from
LabPaq.com. Order: AP Chemistry—LabPaq-CK-KCDL
This LabPaq includes 20 experiments and is used with full-year college
chemistry courses and honors-level high school courses such as
those offered by Laurel Springs. It includes a lab manual and required
chemicals, equipment and supplies.
Prerequisite: Chemistry and Algebra 2
• College Prep • NCAA Approved
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AP Physics w/Lab (Text)
AP Physics course is a mathematically rigorous course, designed
specifically to prepare students for the AP Physics B exam. Physics is the
most fundamental branch of all sciences and one of the most enjoyable
to study. This course provides a systematic introduction to the main
principles of physics and emphasizes the development of conceptual
understanding and problem-solving ability using algebra and trigonometry
but rarely calculus. The equivalent of an introductory college-level course,
AP Physics B prepares students for the AP Exam and for further study
in science and engineering. The AP Physics B covers five general areas:
Newtonian mechanics, thermal physics, electricity and magnetism,
waves and optics and atomic and nuclear physics. The content is exactly
aligned to the scope and sequence specified by the College Board. The
textbook of the course has been carefully chosen and recommended by
the College Board to meet all the required content.
Students must purchase Lab Kit separately, at an additional cost, from
LabPaq.com. Order: AP Physics—LabPaq: PK-S
Physics LabPaq-S combines the experiments from Physics LabPaq-1
and Physics LabPaq-2 and contains 24 laboratory assignments. It is
normally used with first-year college and high school honors-level courses
in physics and contains a lab manual plus all the basic equipment and
supplies needed to complete the manual’s experiments.
Prerequisite: “B” or higher in Biology, Chemistry, Geometry, Algebra 2,
and Trigonometry, Physics recommended
• College Prep • NCAA Approved
AP Physics w/Lab (Online)
AP Physics B is a yearlong introduction to the algebra-based major
areas of physics-mechanics, fluids, waves, optics, electricity, magnetism
and modern physics (atomic and nuclear). Students learn to think like
scientists: making predictions based on observations, writing hypothesis,
designing and completing experiments, and reaching conclusions based
on the analysis of data derived from these experiments. Students apply
the concepts of physics to their everyday experiences and current
events and issues in science and engineering. The course provides
opportunities for guided inquiry and student-centered learning to foster
critical thinking skills.
Students must purchase Lab Kit separately, at an additional cost, from
esciencelabs.com. Order: AP Physics—E-Science lab kit KCDLAPHY
Prerequisite: “B” or higher in Biology, Chemistry, Geometry, Algebra 2
and Trigonometry, Physics recommended.
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AP Environmental Science (Online)
AP Environmental Science is a yearlong examination of the
interrelationships of the natural world. Students identify and analyze
environmental problems and their effects, and evaluate the effectiveness
of proposed solutions. Students learn to think like environmental
scientists: making predictions based on observations, writing hypothesis,
designing and completing field studies and experiments, and reaching
conclusions based on the analysis of data derived from these
experiments. Students apply the concepts of environmental science to
their everyday experiences and current events and issues in science,
politics, and society. The course provides opportunities for guided inquiry
and student-centered learning to foster critical thinking skills.
Prerequisite: Two years of laboratory sciences, usually Biology and
either Chemistry or Physics; Earth Science is desirable.
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Advanced Placement
AP World Languages (grades 11-12)
AP Spanish 1 (Online)
Approved by the College Board AP Audit committee, this course was built
with one goal in mind: to help students score a “5” on the Spanish AP
exam. This course enables students to practice perfecting their Spanish
speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. They study vocabulary,
grammar, and cultural aspects of the language and then apply what
they’ve learned in extensive written and spoken exercises. The high
energy excitement of the content, the challenging games, and the wide
variety of compelling stories contained in this course combine to make
advanced learning as exciting as ever. Our unique error recognition
technology helps students to eliminate common mistakes from their
speaking and writing. By the end of the course, students will have an
expansive vocabulary and a solid, working knowledge of all verb forms
and tenses. The equivalent of a college-level language course, AP
Spanish prepares students for the AP exam and for further study of
Spanish language, culture, or literature.
Prerequisite: 3-4 years of Spanish or native fluency
• College Prep • UC Approved • NCAA Approved
AP French 2 (Online)
Approved by the College Board AP Audit committee, this course was built
with one goal in mind: to help students score a “5” on the French AP exam.
This course enables students to practice perfecting their French speaking,
listening, reading, and writing skills. They study vocabulary, grammar, and
cultural aspects of the language and then apply what they’ve learned in
extensive written and spoken exercises. The high energy excitement of
the content, the challenging games, and the wide variety of compelling
stories contained in this course combine to make advanced learning as
exciting as ever. Our unique error recognition technology helps students
to eliminate common mistakes from their speaking and writing. By the end
of the course, students will have an expansive vocabulary and a solid,
working knowledge of all verb forms and tenses. The equivalent of a
college-level language course, AP French prepares students for the AP
exam and for further study of French language, culture, or literature.
Prerequisite: 3-4 years of French or native fluency
• College Prep • UC Pending • NCAA Approved
AP Fine Arts (grades 10-12)
AP Art History (Online)
This course is designed to foster in students an understanding and
knowledge of architecture, sculpture, painting, and other art forms within
diverse historical and cultural contexts. In the course, students examine
and critically analyze major forms of artistic expression from the past and
the present from a variety of cultures. In addition to visual analysis, this
course emphasizes understanding works in context, considering such
issues as patronage, gender, and the functions and effects of works of
art. Prior art training is not a prerequisite and nor does the course cater
exclusively to future art history majors.
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AP Elective (grades 11-12)
AP Computer Science (Online)
AP Computer Science A is comparable to a one-semester, college-level
course in computer science. The course focuses on object-oriented
programming methodology with a concentration on problem solving and
algorithm development. It also addresses the study of data structures,
design, and abstraction. Students who choose AP Computer Science
A should have successfully completed Algebra II as well as some
previous programming experience, a basic understanding of networks,
and knowledge of the responsible use of computer systems (including
system reliability, privacy, legal issues, intellectual property, and the
social and ethical ramifications of computer use). To complete the
assignments, students need consistent access to a computer system
with updated technology.
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Advanced Placement Single Course Tuition
Course Type
Advanced Placement (AP)
Semester
$950
Full Year
$1,500
Registration Fee
$100 for part-time enrollment
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