<p>Most people on CC think the three APs I’m planning to self study are not even worthy of the AP title since they are so easy which is why they consider them a joke. I hope that doesn’t prove to be the case. I love taking on some challenges. :)</p>
<p>APs are probably the least bit hard, take whatever you’re interested in.</p>
<p>The Applier:
Wellllllll. . . we techiqually aren’t allowed to take APs but I’m pretty convincing and I managed to get my guidance counselor to let me 
If I get into the magnet school it’s totally allowed though. They have freshman taking crazy advanced math courses like AP Calc BC in ninth grade :0! That isn’t common of course, but I would guess that five kids out of 500 will be doing that - of course that’s the sort of people that go to TJHSST (#2 in the nation). </p>
<p>Joindate2013: I’m not self studying any APs because my guidance counselor said that would ruin the experience (what experience? sitting in a class with an underqualified teacher reading from the textbook and using lab equipment from the mid 80s? or maybe he meant participating in a class of other “motivated learners” whom have a 50/50 chance of flunking the course?). But, I plan on taking at least AP Macro/Micro Economics online, whatever math comes after multivariable calculas and linear algebra, and four other assorted online courses. Also, about the little thing about overworking yourself, I would suggest that you don’t stress too much about that. High School WILL be fun if you go to games and whatnot, but it will be even MORE fun if you have a 4.6 GPA, stellar test scores, and a bucket load of APs to brag about, than use that to get into a first tier college. Now that doesn’t mean you should overdo it, but still. . . Of course this is coming from a girl who is moderately popular at school but disappears afterwords to play the piano, run, then study her head off, her only recreation time being what she spends on CC, talking to other people about the best way to complete the aforementioned three things:)</p>
<p>Jabberwocky7: I only plan on self studying if the school says no to me taking AP courses during my freshman year. I’m pretty sure they will say yes since I showed initiative by explaining to them that I was interested in taking more advanced courses. Let’s just hope they’re on the same page as me. As for your recreational activities, wow! I’m going to get in the habit of studying during the summer since never before have I even thought of it but I know it is crucial for success in AP courses. When I’m not busy after school at a club meeting, I go home and eat dinner, use the computer or my Kindle Fire, watch some TV, and stalk the forums on CC. I tend to procrastinate A LOT as in doing my homework during before school study hall. I’ve done very well in school so far but I know that these habits are horrible so I’m planning to change them. On a more random note, I’m also a girl! It’s good to know that I’m not the only 8th grade female on here stalking the forums at every chance I get. :)</p>
<p>^ I’m in eighth grade and I stalk these forums too haha!!! I just like to see what classes everyone is taking and stuff. When I first made my high school schedule, I had no idea what anything was so this web site helped me.</p>
<p>Iloveshopping: Despite the very small loss of self esteem I went through when I read through some of the chance threads, I think that the use of this website has helped me for the better. If not for CC, I probably wouldn’t know what the heck AP courses are, how important ECs are, what course load to pick for next year, etc. I’ve also had the chance to meet many people my age who are just as informed (if not more informed) about high school academics. I have a great social life but I find it depressing that none of my friends have any idea what the SAT is or what they might want to major in. The advice I get here is advice I pretty much can’t get anywhere else. There might be a bad side to CC but the good definitely outweighs the bad. :)</p>
<p>Why are y’all here? Go play kickball or something…</p>
<p>~Class of 2014</p>
<p>TheKongo: Truth be told, I hate kickball and I already do 2 hours of physical activity 5 days a week due to my P.E. class being double period.</p>
<p>TheKongo- LOL You’re right</p>
<p>I have to second joindate2013’s sentiment towards kickball, although I am only subjected to 45 min of mandatory physical education despite the fact that I run five miles a day, lift light weights (for bikinis of course:)), and can throw a ball with perfect accuracy, therefore negating the reason for physical education class. During that time when I am in PE I could easily be taking an online AP economics course of which I have met the prerequisate by taking it at CTY. Or I could be studying for the SATs to get an acceptable score (aiming for 2250). Either way, I disagree with TheKongo on his/her suggestion to play, of all things, kickball.</p>
<p>Jabberwocky7: LOL, I just love your response! I’m a bit self conscious though so I don’t think I would ever wear a bikini even though I do have the fit body for one. On a side note, after much consideration, I think I will do CTY during my freshman year of high school and then I will apply for Stanford Online High School for the remainder of my high school years. Hopefully financial aid is generous for both programs or I may not be able to afford them.</p>
<p>I honestly admire your passion towards studying for the SAT. I haven’t started studying because a) I’m not into the habit of studying and b) I’m still in the eighth grade so I’m trying to make the most of it. Good luck getting a 2250+ on the SAT!</p>
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Ditto. </p>
<p>You guys sure can talk.</p>
<p>Niquii77: We have a lot to say. ;)</p>
<p>I concur: don’t let CC suck you in so soon. You all are a little too young to be worrying about college. I know it’s tempting to plan out your whole high school career and dream about college, but make sure you enjoy high school for what it is. Don’t burn out too early from worrying about college acceptances and how many APs you should take as 8th graders; there will be time for that.</p>
<p>I was just thinking: Am I the only guy here who’s part of the class of 2017 thread so far (other than Kysanx)?</p>
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<p>Bro. You’re in eighth grade. You’re not supposed to be doing anything anyway, especially not studying for SATs. </p>
<p>And stop trying to constantly be productive. Let yourself relax. There is more to life than taking every AP in existence and being the President of every club.</p>
<p>You could work a little on your spelling though. *prerequisite. :P</p>
<p>I know - that’s main reason why I have an A- in English right now. I ace the test, am a fairly good writer, but when my papers come back they are covered in red. Oh well. That’s why they created spell check:)</p>
<p>Spell check misses a lot of things. </p>
<p>Why do people get upset when younger kids are trying to get ahead? Especially when they’re only a couple years older? 9th grade is high school…it will affect your overall GPA and what classes you’re allowed to take in later years. You can study/care about school and still “be a kid” at the same time. It’s about time management.</p>
<p>Hmm…I don’t know…maybe because they’re like 12 years old…</p>
<p>Anywho…judging by the 17ers level of anticipation to enter into high school, I’d say they’re the most “focused” on their academics. I’ll let degree of focus-osity to be determined the 17ers themselves.</p>
<p>Yay… my ACT results are in 
I got 36’s in English and Reading, which were the sections I actually tried on. Any other 17ers taking the ACT?</p>