AP Seminar is a unique new class taught by Mr. Kendrick. The two-year course is rigorous and challenging and students must be both independent and participate in group work. The class consists of essays, presentations, discussion, and research.

“This class is about researching, finding credible sources, connecting sources, supporting an argument, and public speaking,” AP Seminar student Toby In explained.

Students who earn scores of 3 or higher in AP Seminar and AP Research will receive an AP certificate. Students who complete the two-year course and also earn a 3 or higher on four other AP exams will earn an AP Capstone Diploma.  

According to the College Board website, students typically take AP Seminar in grade 10 or 11, followed by AP Research. 

“The class is recommended for sophomores and juniors,” Mr. Kendrick said.

Students describe Mr. Kendrick as funny, smart, coherent, and understandable.

“I like that our teacher is super chill and he teaches in a way that’s so different from anyone else I’ve ever had,” student Kelsie Nakashima said.

Although grading is on the A to F scale, students say it is mostly based on participation and projects.

“We don’t have homework really and classwork isn’t very relevant either,” Nakashima said. “It’s more about learning and gaining the knowledge.”

Overall, students currently in AP Seminar describe it as challenging, but also a fun way to build skills that can be used in high school and beyond. 

“I would take this class again because I like discussing topics and sharing opinions,” Kelsey Lei said.