1. Mother Teresa Catholic Secondary School November 29th , 2018
The Pre-AP Program
Mother Teresa Catholic Secondary School
November 29th , 2018

2. Agenda Welcome What is Advanced Placement?
What is Pre-Advanced Placement?
Pre-Advanced Placement at MTS
Ideal Student Profile
How to Apply

3. The Basics
Advanced Placement Program (AP) allows motivated high school students to prepare and write university level exams while still in high school
AP courses reflect what is taught in many introductory university courses
In addition to the Ministry mandated final exam for a specific course, students may write an AP Exam - a standardized exam that measures how well students have mastered university-level course work

4. The Basics
Students who do well on AP Exams may earn credit and/or placement into advanced courses in university
Credit: Students may earn credit toward their university degrees
Advanced placement: Students may skip introductory courses and move directly into higher-level classes, and/or fulfill general education requirements

5. AP Statistics For May 2017 WORLD : # of countries 115
# of high schools ,169
# of students 2,741,000
# of exams written ,957,000
mean score
CANADA :
# of high schools
# of students ,000
# of exams written ,321
mean score
ONTARIO :
# of high schools
# of students ,847
# of exams written ,317 Data has not been finalized.
mean score * * Mean scores are based on 2015 exams.

6. Ontario Results on AP Exams
27% = Level 5 – extremely qualified
26% = Level 4 – well qualified
25% = Level 3 – qualified
14% = Level 2 – possibly qualified
0.8% = Level 1 – no recommendation

7. What are Pre-AP Courses/Programs?
Pre-AP courses/program follow the Ontario Curriculum but at the same time demand more of students than regular academic/university level high school courses
Classes are rigorous and cover more material
More time, inside and outside of the classroom, is required to complete lessons, assignments and homework

8. What are Pre-AP Courses/Programs?
Students are expected to think critically, analyze and synthesize facts and data, weigh competing perspectives, and write clearly and persuasively
Emphasis is on inquiry-based learning, problem solving techniques and critical thinking
Teachers at Mother Teresa are trained to help students acquire the skills, concepts and habits of mind necessary for success on AP Exams

9. Pre-AP Courses/Programs Offered at MTS for 2019/20
Grade 9 - English, Mathematics, Science(biology)
Grade English, Mathematics, Science(biology)
Grade 11 - English, Mathematics, Biology
Grade 12 – English, Mathematics, Biology
Students may choose one, two or all three areas of study each year
The program is very flexible and allows for varied entry and exit points

10. Assessment and Evaluation
Pre-AP students complete the same expectations and final exam as students in the corresponding academic level course
Formative assessments in the course/program (assignments, tests, quizzes, etc.) will include academic/university level and Pre-AP/AP content

11. Why Take Part in the Pre-AP Program?
Enrichment and academic challenge
Opportunity to learn with like-minded peers
An emphasis on 21st century skills
Experience in university level exams, projects, writing style to be a step ahead at university
A way to stand out in the admissions process for special
programs and international universities

12. Student Testimonials
A few of our current Pre-AP students would like to share some thoughts about their experiences in the program
Lydia *  * Jolene

13. Student Profile High academic achiever
Intellectually curious / A question asker
A self starter / independent learner
Well organized and good time management skills
Is enthusiastic, passionate about learning and can handle an accelerated pace
Enjoys being challenged

14. Registration Information
Pre-AP Application Forms will be made available as part of the MTS Registration package
Packages will be delivered to feeder-school students the 1st week of January
For all other interested students, registration packages will be handed out at the January 9th, 2019 MTS Open House or can be picked up in the Guidance Office after this date

15. Pre-AP Selection (Grade 9)
AP Selection committee will consider the following components:
Grade 8 Report Card #1 (January 2019)
Grade 8 Learning Skills
Teacher Reference and Student Reflection
(on application form)

16. Notes
There is a $150 annual program fee per student in Grade 9 to cover the cost of resources, enrichment opportunities and professional development.
For students residing out of the MTS boundary, transportation is not guaranteed but bussing may be requested via our existing French Immersion Bus routes.

17. Questions?

18. International Baccalaureate (IB) Program
2 Year Program (more holistic educational approach)
Course Work (Theory of Knowledge) 4 of English, Spanish, History, Business, Chemistry, Math and Biology
Extended Essay (4000 Words, 40 hours of work and short interview)
CAS -Creativity/Activity/Service hours over 18 months, portfolio and project
IB Exams - May