Lutheran South Academy's AP Policy

The decision whether to take an AP exam is left to the individual student and his/her parents.  However, LSA does encourage students enrolled in AP courses to attempt the exams.  Many students will be able to earn college credit from their AP tests and research indicates students who take AP exams generally perform better in college.

Students who desire to test:

• Should register online at  www.TotalRegistration.net/AP/443395 by the November 5th deadline (January 31st for spring only classes).
• Pay the full $103 ($153 for AP Research and AP Seminar) fee per test by November 5th (January 31st for spring only classes - Economics).
• Understand that once their order is placed, $50 per test is non-refundable.
• Will incur late fees for registering late or failing to meet the payment deadline.
• Notify Mrs. Choate of any conflicts or questions.
• Contact Mrs. Choate by March 15th if they want to cancel a test and receive a partial refund (less $50).
• May only have accommodations officially approved by College Board.
• Be at the designated place at the designated time on test days.
• Realize that afternoon exams will extend beyond the regular school day.
• Most, if not all, testing will take place off the LSA campus, usually at San Jacinto College South.
• Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from the test site. A limited number of seats are available on the LSA mini-bus on a first come, first serve basis.
• Pay special attention to the rules issued by College Board such as:
  • Access to cell phones and other electronic devices is forbidden from the time a student enters the test site until they are dismissed.
  • College Board forbids the discussion of certain test questions.
• Students should bring the following to each test:
  • Several sharpened #2 pencils with erasers (no mechanical pencils)
  • Pens with black or dark blue ink
  • Up to two approved calculator (with fresh batteries) with necessary capabilities if you are taking an exam allowing calculators (Calculators are not provided).
  • A ruler or straightedge for the AP Physics Exams only
  • A jacket (the testing center is often cold)
• Students should Not bring:
  • Cell phones, PDAs, MP3 players, pagers, or any other electronic or communication device if possible (these items will be collected before the exam if necessary).
  • Watches that beep or have an alarm (this includes Apple watches)
  • Portable listening or recording devices or photographic equipment
  • Computers
  • Food or drink as it is NOT permitted in exam room (snacks/water will be provided at break).
• Failure to follow these rules or proctor instructions will result in dismissal and voiding of test scores.