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Valwood School Named to AP Honor Roll

October 15, 2024

Valwood School Named to Advanced Placement School Honor Roll

Valwood School has been recognized for student success in Advanced Placement program while broadening access.

HAHIRA, GA – October 10, 2024 – College Board announced that Valwood School has been named to the 2024 Advanced Placement® Program (AP®) School Honor Roll, earning GOLD distinction.

The AP School Honor Roll recognizes schools whose AP programs are delivering results for students while broadening access. Schools can earn this recognition annually based on criteria that reflect a commitment to increasing college-going culture, providing opportunities for students to earn college credit, and maximizing college readiness. The AP School Honor Roll offers four levels of distinction: Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Platinum.

Valwood Schools Achievements:

  • 72% of seniors took at least one AP Exam during high school.
  • 52% of seniors scored a 3 or higher on at least one AP Exam.
  • 33% of seniors took five or more AP Exams!

 Our AP Program Offers:

  • 13 AP Courses
  • 14 AP Sections
  • 10 AP Teachers

“We are extremely proud to have been named to the 2024 AP School Honor Roll. This recognition is a testament to the diligence and dedication of our students, teachers, and staff who continually strive for academic excellence. Together, we are paving the way for a brighter future through advanced learning opportunities.” – Tammy Brooks, AP Coordinator

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The College Board’s Advanced Placement® Program (AP®) enables students to pursue college-level studies—with the opportunity to earn college credit, advanced placement, or both—while still in high school. Through AP courses in 38 subjects, each culminating in a challenging exam, students learn to think critically, construct solid arguments, and see many sides of an issue—skills that prepare them for college and beyond. Taking AP courses demonstrates to college admissions officers that students have sought the most challenging curriculum available to them. Research indicates that students who score a 3 or higher on an AP Exam typically experience greater academic success in college and are more likely to earn a college degree than non-AP students.

Valwood School is an independent college preparatory school, enrolling students Pre-Kindergarten through twelfth grade. Our academic program has been based on the teaching and mastery of the foundational skills necessary for academic and personal success in college. Valwood prides itself on small class sizes, strong academic programs, championship athletics, and the development of well-rounded students. Each year, Valwood graduates earn admission to some of the finest colleges and universities in the country.  For more information about joining the Valwood family please visit our website, www.valwood.org or schedule a tour today!