DESIGNED WITH YOU IN MIND
30th Annual AP Summer Institute
The AP® Summer Institute at Rice University offers challenging AP professional development courses that address advanced topics in AP. Courses are led online by experienced, enthusiastic and dedicated College Board-endorsed lead consultants who have a broad range of knowledge and proven ability presenting to their peers. Instructors include AP test development committee members, AP exam readers, winners of special recognition awards from the College Board, and winners of regional and national teaching awards.
THREE WEEKS OF SESSIONS
Week 1: July 9-12, 2024
Week 2: July 15-19, 2024
Week 3: July 22-26, 2024
FORMAT
Week One: In Person
Weeks Two & Three: Online
Earn CPEs
Up to 30 Continuing
Professional Education
hours awarded
Find Your Workshop & Register
Registrations for this event are taken entirely in Cvent. You may browse the workshops above to find the corresponding week.
Register for a Week 1 Workshop
Register for a Week 2 Workshop
Register for a Week 3 Workshop
- Workshops in Week 1: July 9, 2024
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Course Name Course Instructor Course Format AP African American Studies for New Teachers Nelva Williamson In Person AP Art and Design for New Teachers Trish Winnard In Person AP Biology for New Teachers Anne Gill In Person AP Calculus AB for New Teachers Dixie Ross In Person AP Chemistry for New Teachers Todd Abronowitz In Person AP English Language and Composition for New Teachers Shawna Lynch In Person AP English Literature and Composition for New Teachers Phyllis Wright In Person AP Environmental Science for New Teachers Matt Wells In Person AP Government and Politics - U.S. for New Teachers Ulrich Kleinschmidt In Person AP Human Geography for New Teachers Paul Gray In Person AP Physics 1: Algebra-based for New Teachers Marc Reif In Person AP Precalculus for New Teachers Cedric French In Person AP Spanish Language and Culture for New Teachers Carlos Gomez In Person AP Spanish Literature and Culture for New Teachers Marisa Perez-Bernardo In Person AP Statistics for New Teachers Kay Kubena In Person AP U.S. History for New Teachers Bill Polasky In Person AP World History: Modern for New Teachers James Rowland In Person Register for a Week 1 Workshop - Workshops in Week 2: July 15, 2024
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Course Name Course Instructor Course Format AP Biology for New Teachers Anne Gill Online AP Calculus AB for Experienced Teachers Melissa Burkhead Online AP Calculus AB for New Teachers Brian Shay Online AP Calculus BC for New Teachers Nancy Grigassy Online AP Chemistry for Experienced Teachers Todd Abronowitz Online AP Chemistry for New Teachers Jean Weaver Online AP Computer Science Principles for New Teachers Gina McCarley Online AP English Language and Composition for Experienced Teachers Jeff Blair Online AP English Language and Composition for New Teachers Kevin McDonald Online AP English Literature and Composition for Experienced Teachers Lisa Boyd Online AP English Literature and Composition for New Teachers James Garner Online AP Environmental Science for New Teachers Perri Carr Online AP French Language and Culture for New and Experienced Teachers Genevieve Delfosse Online AP Government and Politics - U.S. for Experienced Teachers Gene Chase Online AP Human Geography for New Teachers Ken Keller Online AP Macroeconomics for Experienced Teachers Peter Duffer Online AP Macroeconomics for New Teachers Theresa Fischer Online AP Music Theory for New and Experienced Teachers Melissa Livings Online AP Physics 1: Algebra-based for New Teachers Holley Mosley Online AP Precalculus for New Teachers Larry Peterson Online AP Psychology for New Teachers Jill Compher Online AP Spanish Language and Culture for Experienced Teachers Brian Scott Online AP U.S. History for New Teachers John Irish Online AP World History: Modern for New Teachers Barbara Ozuna Online Register for a Week 2 Workshop - Workshops in Week 3: July 22, 2024
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Course Name Course Instructor Course Format AP African American Studies for New Teachers Shannah Henderson Amare Online AP Art and Design for New Teachers Laura Thompson Online AP Art History for New Teachers Douglas Darracott Online AP Biology for Experienced Teachers Joy Killough Online AP Biology for New Teachers Carol Leibl Online AP Calculus AB for New Teachers Theresa Horvath Online AP Calculus BC for Experienced Teachers Nancy Stephenson Online AP Chemistry for New Teachers Stephen Prilliman Online AP Computer Science A for New Teachers Robert Getka Online AP Computer Science Principles for New Teachers Mel Hoffert Online AP English Language and Composition for Experienced Teachers Mary Jo Zell Online AP English Language and Composition for New Teachers Yvonne Kaatz Online AP English Literature and Composition for New Teachers Bob Wofford Online AP Environmental Science for Experienced Teachers Amy Fassler Online AP European History for New Teachers Katie Landsea Online AP Human Geography for Experienced Teachers Ann Linsley Online AP Human Geography for New Teachers Jessica Pittman Online AP Macroeconomics for New Teachers David Mayer Online AP Physics 1: Algebra-based for New Teachers Kristin Gonzales-Vega Online AP Physics C: Mechanics for New Teachers Dolores Gende Online AP Psychology for Experienced Teachers Kent Korek Online AP Spanish Language and Culture for New Teachers Alma Gonzalez Online AP Spanish Literature and Culture for Experienced Teachers Angélica Jiménez Online AP Spanish Literature and Culture for New Teachers Monica Friedmann Online AP Statistics for Experienced Teachers Penny Smeltzer Online AP Statistics for New Teachers Martin Sternstein Online AP U.S. History for Experienced Teachers Martin Johnson Online AP World History: Modern for New Teachers Cristine Custred Online Register for a Week 3 Workshop
Our History with Online Education
Since 2006, the Glasscock School of Continuing Studies has been offering online courses designed to meet the needs of busy professionals around the world. Our experienced Online Learning support team will be providing student support services, as needed, to all AP Summer Institute participants. All courses are being held online utilizing Canvas Learning Management System and Zoom.
Tuition
| Fee Type | Fee | Deadline |
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| Early Registration | *$595 | April 9, 2024 |
| Standard Registration | *$645 | April 10 to June 24, 2024 |
| Late Registration | *$695 | After June 24, 2024 |
* Science and Art courses in week 1 have a $50 supply fee added
Payments are accepted by credit card or purchase order. Registrations via credit card are confirmed immediately upon processing. Registrations made via PO are not considered confirmed until CCR receives the actual payment (check). If registering using a PO, payment (check) is due within 30 days of registration. Failure to submit timely payment may result in the cancellation of your registration.
Registrations are accepted with a credit card or purchase orders as a district/school commitment to pay, by check or credit card, within 30 days of registration. Once you complete your registration, you will have the option to print or email a copy of the invoice or forward it to your accounts payable department. Failure to submit timely payment may result in the cancellation of your registration. Registrations made less than 30 days from program start date can only be made using a credit card. The Center for College Readiness does not provide training unless payment (credit card or check) is received in advance.
Payments submitted via wire transfer, will incur an additional charge of $25.00 per transaction in addition to the cost of registration, to cover the fees incurred by the university. Please send an email to collegeready@rice.edu to request the information needed to transmit your wire payment.
Workshops are subject to change due to low enrollment or instructor cancellation.
Please visit the TEA website for updates related to the AP/IB Incentive program. District personnel with AP/IB program responsibilities may wish to join the AP/IB Incentive listserv.
For more information about the Texas AP/IB Incentive Program, please contact TEA directly.
Cancellation and Refund Policy
Refunds for course cancellations received at least 30 days prior to the workshop start date are subject to a processing fee of 10% of the registration cost. No refunds are provided for nonattendance or cancellations received less than 30 days prior to the workshop start date. Registrations paid via credit card, and at least 30 days prior to the start of the workshop, may be cancelled by the participant. Registrations paid by check, and at least 30 days prior to the start of the workshop, may be cancelled by the participant but will require staff authorization. You may also send us an email at collegeready@rice.edu for assistance. We are unable to process cancellations over the phone.
Additional Workshop Information
In an effort to answer questions you may have about payment, waitlists, technology needs and more, we have included additional details below. Please review this information prior to completing your registration.
- Waitlists
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Email collegeready@rice.edu if you want to get on a waitlist for a course that is full. Please specify the week/date, subject, instructor name, and include a preferred email and phone to reach you in the event a spot becomes available.
- Bundles
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College Board bundles will be provided to all registered attendees in electronic format only. No hard copies will be mailed.
- A Positive Learning Experience
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To have a positive learning experience in a campus workshop, you will need the following:
- Laptop or electronic device
- Charger for laptop or other electronic device
- Headset with microphone, or a computer with a built-in microphone.
- Chrome internet browser (very important, only exception is if you are using an iPad, use Safari)
To have a positive learning experience in a virtual workshop, you will need the following:
- Reliable internet access
- Chrome internet browser (very important, only exception is if you are using an iPad, use Safari)
- Headset with microphone, or a computer with a built-in microphone.
- Camera (so you can be visible online)
- College Board Recommendation
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The College Board encourages AP teachers to take advantage of professional development. Based on survey data, teachers across the country have found AP professional development to be extremely valuable. Teachers who do attend an AP Summer Institute in 2024 should be able to:
- Understand the Course
- The course framework defines the scope of the course and specifies what students must know and do to be successful on the AP Exam.
- Plan the Course
- Sequencing, pacing, and scaffolding are essential for building students’ understanding and their ability to transfer and apply knowledge and skills.
- Teach the Course
- Effective instructional strategies help students to develop a mastery of course content and skills over time.
- Assess Student Progress and Understanding
Questions?
Please refer to our Frequently Asked Questions page for information regarding cancellations, changes, substitutions, wait lists, etc.
Please use the form below to submit any outstanding questions. A member of our Center of College Readiness will respond to you. You may also email us at collegeready@rice.edu.