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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Back to the original topic - the school confirmed that this is universal AP for all - ALL JUNIORS will be forced to take AP US History and AP Language next year.  No other option.  There is some lip service to how they will use differentiation to address the needs of all students, but really, this seems like a very significant change to impose on students right now.

I do not see how you can implement this change without both (a) hindering the experience of those who are truly ready for these classes, and (b) increasing the stress and burden on students who are not.  Obviously it will increase the number of students of color in AP classes because they will have no choice.  They are forcing the student body to achieve this goal of equal representation in AP classes across all socio economic backgrounds,  but they sure are willing to incur alot of innocent casualties along the way.[/quote]

I didn’t see another email. Can you let us know how they confirmed?[/quote]
Can somebody please publish the email announcing the further extension of Honors for All? Thanks[/quote]

A message from Wilson HS
AP U.S. History and AP English Language
for All Juniors in School Year 2021-2022
 
The faculty and staff at Wilson High School are committed to creating equitable learning experiences for our students. From thoughtful reflection and inquiries to professional development opportunities to the implementation of institutional changes at our school, we continue to work to dismantle racist, patriarchal, and exclusionary systems at Wilson. This work is not done until we eradicate all systems of oppression that inhibit student learning and development and access to a supportive and rigorous learning environment for all.  
 
Launched in the 2017-2018 school year, the Honors for All Initiative seeks to advance equity at our school. It is crucial that we continue this work across all grade levels and subject areas, while also expanding access to academic opportunities for all students. Following the work of the World History II Team last year, our next step in advancing equity at Wilson is to offer AP U.S. History and AP English Language for all juniors in the 2021-2022 academic year.
 
Moving to AP for all in both of the core English and Social Studies courses is an adaptive change that will require significant technical changes on the part of our staff. Our students are telling us they want access to equitable educational experiences, including AP classes. It is our job to make AP classes accessible, safe learning environments for all students.
 
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My fear, looking at this from a few years out from Wilson, is that Martin is so focused on a social agenda, that it is unimportant to her if my blond-hair, blue-eyed, super-smart boy’s education is collateral damage.

I would love to hear that my fears are not justified and that he will be encouraged and allowed to thrive at Wilson.[/quote]

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