WHEELER HIGH SCHOOL ' S
COURSE CATALOG
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SPECIALIZED PROGRAMS AND OPPORTUNITIES( CONTINUED)
AP Capstone Diploma Program
This is a specific diploma program that is offered through College Board. This program is the most flexible and distinguished pathway for students who want to stand out to colleges without being locked into a single subject area. To earn this diploma, a student must pass four content-specific AP exams and must pass both AP exams for the two Capstone courses- AP Seminar and AP Research. Rather than teaching subject-specific content, these courses develop students’ skills in research, analysis, evidence-based arguments, collaboration, writing, and presenting. AP Seminar- This foundational course lets students explore the complexities of academic and realworld issues. Students learn to investigate complex issues, analyze diverse perspectives, and build evidence-based arguments. AP Research- This course builds on the skills from AP Seminar by guiding students through an independent, yearlong investigation of a topic of their choice. Students learn to design a research question, gather and analyze information, and present their findings in a scholarly paper and oral defense.
Visit https:// apcentral. collegeboard. org / courses / ap-capstone for more information about the program. Teacher Sponsor............................................................................................................. Dr. Jeffrey Kent
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Perfect for: Students who want to be well-prepared for college and even potentially start college as a 2 semester freshmen due to earned credits from AP exams, while maintaining the freedom to explore their unique passions in the Humanities, STEM, or Fine Arts.
Wheeler High School’ s STEAM Academic Scholars
The former Wheeler STEAM Academy program is shifting to a new, student-led / self-monitoring model starting in the 2026-2027 school year. With this new model, any non-Magnet students can achieve recognition for mastering the areas of STEAM( Science, Technology, Engineering, Fine Arts, and Math) and utilizing the AP Capstone courses( description above) while also being given flexibility in their schedule to meet these requirements on their own timeframe. This recognition also gives importance to balancing rigorous coursework with creative outlets and enrichment activities outside of the classroom.
Visit https:// tinyurl. com / STEAMAcademicScholars for more information about the requirements. Teacher Sponsor...................................................................................................................... TBD
Perfect for: Students who want a well-rounded transcript and resume that demonstrate excellence in both technical and creative STEAM fields inside and outside of the classroom.
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