<p>OO,</p>
<p>Thanks for the explanation of the policy. I am aware of other districts that are as rigorous as yours, and quite successfull in AP exam performance, as shown by the test scores (yes, I saw the school report my D’s senior year - almost all 4 & 5. In fact, in AP Bio, 92% were 5s). Yet, they see no need for such a restrictive policy, as the situation is self correcting.</p>
<p>I guess the issue is one of approach. It sounds like your school district treats these courses like a high school course, with lots of tedious homework, no doubt graded and such. Not all districts approach it this way. </p>
<p>Each community is unique, though, and it is nice to learn how other school districts approach APs. Some encourage everyone to take APs (the Jay Matthews/Newsweek approach). Some control who can take them through teacher recs. Some, like yours, limit the total number. Some, like my D’s, let anyone take them, but weed out a lot the first few weeks. They offer drop down opportunities, though so no one gets hurt in the process.</p>
<p>Interesting!</p>