We did scheduling a few months ago. Here’s what I signed up for (senior year):
-Brit Lit/Expository Composition
-Trig/Pre-Calc
-AP European History
-Physics
-Spanish IV
-AP Macroeconomics/AP US Government
Now. I am not satisfied. I almost think I want to take another AP, but I’ve only taken my first one this year. I did very well in it (hopefully on the test, as well, but I have no expectations!) – high A both semesters. I love social studies but I almost think I need an AP out of that department - my AP this year was social studies as well.
So. I can’t move up in Spanish or Math… the way my school does the “tracks” makes it impossible. Plus I don’t even know if I want to take Spanish next year. I refuse to move up in Physics – I have a very hard time with science.
So. That leaves Brit Lit/Expo Comp. Should I stick with my schedule now or try to move up to AP Lit? Problem: I can write well, I just am not good at discussions. Numerous teachers have told me AP Lit thrives on discussions, which I’m worried about. If it’s of any help, my ACT scores in English/Reading are 29 and 28, respectively…
ALSO.
I can’t do nothing this summer. My options right now are:
A) Independent study course in Psychology
B) Course at community college in Microeconomics
Either way I would take the corresponding AP exam. I’m actually considering taking both AP exams no matter which I decide to take – I’ll just independently study the one I don’t take over the summer.
Psychology is cheaper (~$150 compared to $350 micro) for same credits … I’m kind of leaning towards Psychology but I don’t know what looks better to colleges, if any. Taking an independent course and fully learning it myself or taking an actual class and actively participating?