Thomas A Edison Preparatory School's AP Policy

Please be aware of the AP exam policies and rules set forth by this school and the College Board:

• No students will be allowed admittance to exam rooms once the exam has started.
• During scheduled or unscheduled breaks during exams, students cannot consult textbooks notes, or ask teachers or other students questions.
• Students shall not use electronic or communication devices during breaks.
• Students are NOT allowed to have smart watches or any other intelligent wearable technology.
• Do not leave the building during the exam.

WHAT TO BRING TO THE EXAM ROOM:

• • No. 2 pencils (no mechanical )for the multiple-choice answer sheet
  • Pens with black or dark blue ink for completing areas on the exam booklet covers and for free-response questions on most exams
  • Calculators - If you can use a calculator on your AP Exam, review the College Board’s calculator policies to ensure you bring an acceptable calculator for your particular exam.
  • School-issued Chrome Books with charger.  Some AP exams will be digital this year, and some will be hybrid.  Your teacher will advise you of the AP test format.
  • Students should dress in layers as the temperature can't always be controlled.  Please note, no ball caps or hoodies pulled over the head are allowed during testing.

WHAT NOT TO BRING TO THE EXAM ROOM:

• • Electronic equipment or communication devices.  Examples include but are not limited to the following cell phones, smartphones, tablets, or anything else that can access the internet, wearable technology, and wireless earbuds.
  • Cameras or other photographic equipment
  • Watches that beep or have an alarm 
  • No food or drink in the exam room, including bottled water.  Students may access a snack or drink during the scheduled breaks only

You can view the College Board’s complete policy at https://apstudent.collegeboard.org/takingtheexam/exam-policies/exam-day-policies.