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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Not strictly "AP focused" as that sounds like it's just test prep for AP exams, which this isn't really.  It's about a solid foundation on classical education (similar to Latin) with available acceleration in other subjects like math and science (not available at Latin), and an opportunity and encouragement to take a large number of AP courses.  It's more broad than just an AP focus - but there would definitely be a strong focus on getting a jump start on college.  AZ Basis students can often have all requirements met ahead of time, to graduate a year early and go straight into college before 12th grade.[/quote]

Maybe in the brochure, but in AZ most 9th graders take 2-4 APs (all take at least 1) and by 11th grade most take between 5-9 APs. It is an AP school,  plain and simple.. the only other focus is college admissions. They do pretty well on that, but only with the kids that are left.[/quote]

PP here... just to clarify, I mean 5-9 APs in 11th grade year. Not a lot of room left over for all but preternaturally gifted students if you are taking 9 APs. IMO there is a place for AP exams as for SATs... colleges need to see you can jump through hoops, but ultimately there is MUCH more to a high school curriculum (which is why most privates look down their noses at APs), not to mention well-roundedness (excellence in extracurriculars, life experiences, etc.)  that is essential (especially for high SES kids) applying to elite colleges.

But BASIS to be sure wherever they open are among the least worst alternatives for non-private education, since it self-selects for dedicated parents and repels "undesirable" types (which I actually don't have a problem with, but some do)[/quote]

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