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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]OP, I suggest letting your child take the exams, especially because MCPS is covering the costs of exams ($98 each) this year.

[b]The AP exams are not like most standardized test, e.g., SATs and ACTs. Most kids don't run out of time or experience the same type of pressure when taking other high-stakes tests. The AP exams are multiple choice and free writing/essay format. The curve in many AP classes is generous. [/b]See for example, AP Bio: https://www.albert.io/blog/ap-biology-score-calculator/

As the PPs stated, you don't have to submit or disclose any low scores, and your child may do well if they study and keep on top of the material each week during the school year. My child with ADHD did really well on his first AP exams (2) last year (10th grade).  [/quote]

No no no. Some AP exams are very difficult, and like any test, students can have difficulty finishing on time. This PP has no idea what they're talking about - their kid has only taken two so far. AP Bio and AP Psych are relatively easy, but you can't say the same for AP History, AP physics, or AP Calc, and varieties thereof. Also, the AP teacher has to train the kids to answer in the proper format, which can pose issues for students who are not used to it. Please do not take AP exams lightly. [/quote]

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