DoDEA Europe Celebrates Student Achievement in Advanced Placement Program | Article

DoDEA Europe proudly announces the achievements of its students in the Advanced Placement (AP) program for the 2023-24 school year. Our students received over 900 awards, an increase of 10.8% from 812 awards in 2022-23.

The awards breakdown includes:

439 AP Scholars

151 AP Honors Scholars

244 AP Honors Scholars

34 international AP diplomas

28 AP Capstone Diplomas

13 AP seminar and research certificates

“We are proud of the achievements of the students who participated in the AP Capstone Diploma program,” said Dr. Michelle Howard Brahaney, Director of Student Excellence in Europe. “With the help of dedicated teachers, our AP Capstone students explored their passions through scientific research in an impactful, multi-year program. This meaningful college readiness program will continue to serve our students well after high school.”

To earn the AP Capstone diploma, students must earn a score of 3 or higher in both AP Seminar and AP Research and also complete four additional AP exams of their choice. To receive the AP Seminar and Research Certificate, students must score at least 3 in both AP Seminar and AP Research.

Unlike traditional AP subject exams, which typically include a single final assessment, AP Seminar and AP Research assessments are project-based. These assessments evaluate students' mastery of critical skills through group projects, presentations, and individual essays completed throughout the year. The interdisciplinary nature of AP Seminar and AP Research encourages students to engage in research projects based on topics of personal interest.

The College Board's Advanced Placement Program (AP) offers students the opportunity to take rigorous, college-level courses while still in high school. Earning a score of 3 or higher on an AP exam provides numerous benefits, including college credit and advanced placement in college courses, ultimately saving students time and money. Research shows that AP students are better prepared for college, more likely to enroll and persist, and graduate on time. Each exam is developed by a committee of graduate and AP teachers to ensure high standards are maintained.

DoDEA Europe remains committed to fostering an environment of educational excellence that enables our students to achieve their full potential and prepare for future success in a rapidly changing world.