DUBLIN HIGH SCHOOL
ENGLISH DEPARTMENT
ADVANCED/HONORS/ AP POLICY
ATTENDANCE
Enrolling in an Advanced, Honors, or Advanced Placement (AP) class requires both student and
parents to commit to a yearlong program of academic study.
There is no substitute for class time. Therefore, students in the Advanced/Honors/ AP program will
follow the attendance policy with the following additions:
It is required that all assignments missed due to school-excused absences be made up on time at the
teacher’s discretion. If a student is absent, it is the student’s responsibility to contact the teacher immediately
upon returning to school regarding making up both class work and homework. The English Department
strongly recommends parents schedule appointments (doctor and dentist appointments, college visitations
etc.) so they do not conflict with Advanced, Honors, or AP courses.
Students who attend school regularly benefit most from challenging, academically rigorous curriculum
offered in accelerated courses. If absenteeism begins to affect a student’s class performance, the teacher may
request a conference with student, parents, teacher, and school counselor.
GRADING
A committed student who completes all work with excellence and on time can earn an “A” or a “B” in the
course. A student receiving a “C” or below may be required to confer with the parent, counselor, and teacher to
determine whether the student should continue in this course.
HOMEWORK
It is understood that a successful Advanced/Honors/ AP student will spend an appropriate amount of
time each night in meaningful study. Summer assignments must be completed to meet requirements for that
course.
PRIORITY/ SELECTION CRITERIA
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Writing proficiency exam
Semester grades in English
Recommendation of prior teachers and counselor
GPA
Attendance record
Parent commitment to support Advanced/Honors/ AP policy statements
Student commitment to complete the course to take the AP exam. The expectation is that by taking
the AP course, the student will be prepared to take the exam to earn college credit.
We use as many indicators of academic performance as possible when considering students for the
Advanced/Honors/ AP English program. No single item is ever the sole criterion for selecting the Honors or
Advanced Placement student. We ask four questions when considering a student:
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Does the student have sufficient general ability?
Does the student demonstrate adequate academic preparation?
Does the student show sufficient motivation and maturity?
Does the student act with personal integrity and show respect for school policies and
procedures?
DUBLIN HIGH SCHOOL
ENGLISH DEPARTMENT
REQUEST FOR ADVANCED/HONORS/AP PLACEMENT
As outlined in the Dublin High School Scheduling Handbook, courses may
require prerequisites for placement. Placement in Advanced, Honors or Advanced
Placement courses also carry specific criteria for consideration of a student assignment
to these classes. The following criteria are used to evaluate each student: teacher
recommendation, previous grades, attendance record, and previous performance in the
Honors program.
To request that a student be considered for placement in an Advanced, Honors
or Advanced Placement course, parents and students must read the information on the
accompanying form and sign and return this request form to the appropriate teacher.
I have read the ADVANCED/HONORS/A.P. Policy Statement and I agree to
perform at the expected class level. If I enroll in an A.P. course, I will take the A.P.
exam. I understand that my DHS counselor must be notified before June 1, if I wish to
withdraw from this class.
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Student Signature
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Student #
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Date
I have read the Advanced/Honors/ A.P. Policy Statement and agree to work with
my son/daughter to encourage successful completion of the course. I understand that
my student’s DHS counselor must be notified by June 1, if the student wishes to
withdraw from this class.
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Parent Signature
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Date
Please indicate the course for which you are applying for the next school year.
ENGLISH
______9th Grade Advanced
______Sophomore Honors
______ Junior Honors
______AP (Junior)
______AP (Senior)
______Senior Honors
Last Updated 5/20/08