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exams). The expectation is that students taking an AP class (with a weighted grade) will take the exam. The cost of AP
Exams (~$94.00/test) are passed on to students; collection typically takes place at the start of the second semester.
Discounted fees for qualified students are available through The College Board. Online-fee-payments are preferred; checks
are also accepted and installment plans are available to those families who are required to pay for multiple tests.

PROFILE OF THE SUCCESSFUL AP STUDENT

This student generally pursues an accelerated program of studies and receives high marks in these classes. Students excel
in their areas of competence along with excellent skills in such areas as writing, mathematics, science, world language,
etc. The student has demonstrated an interest and a passion for the subject. The student’s work ethic is such that he or
she will spend the time necessary to individually investigate details of the concepts under discussion. Extra time is spent
with extensive reading assignments; homework assignments are consistently done on time and complete.

WRITING PORTFOLIO

A new high school portfolio is generated with three writings added each year agreed upon by the grade level team. Grades
9-12 writing samples are stored and contents given to seniors at the end of their senior year.

GENERAL SERVICES

WRITING LAB

With computers and Internet access, the Writing Lab, located in room C202, is open to all students throughout the school
day. English teachers assist students with their writing by addressing their specific questions and concerns. Freshmen
and sophomores need a pass from study hall to take advantage of this service. “Walk-ins” are welcomed.

MATH LAB

The Math Lab is located in room A113 next to the math office. A math teacher supervises the lab every period of the day.
Students use the lab for drop-in homework assistance or similar specific math help. The math lab is also used as a make-
up test and quiz center. Ninth and tenth grade students desiring to use the lab should get a pass from their math teacher
or study hall monitor.

MEDIA CENTER (renovated in 2018)

The library is located on the second floor directly above the office and guidance areas with its entrance across from the
courtyard. Students have access to the library from 7:30 to 3:15 each day. The library program provides classes for
students in essential 21st century skills of inquiry, ethical behavior, technology, information literacy and media literacy as
well as reading for enjoyment. Classes are designed and scheduled with teachers to support their units of study.
Students have access to the online catalog, INFOhio databases and purchased databases 24/7 through the library website:
http://www.hudson.edu/sites/hhsmedia. Passwords to databases are given to all students. Students may use iPods and
MP3 players, work on computers, watch news and educational television /video programs, create iMovies, podcasts,
PowerPoints, and other multimedia products, work in groups to study or develop projects, or simply to read while in the
library. Materials may be checked out for 2 weeks and renewed for another 2 weeks. Fines are 5 cents per day for overdue
materials.

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