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of 3 and higher (selective colleges/universities may require high scores; and some may not award credit for success on
AP exams). The expectation is that students taking an AP class will take the exam. The cost of AP Exams (~$95.00/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.

G E N E R A L S E R V I C E S

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.

LIBRARY/MEDIA CENTER (State Recognized “Library of Distinction” in 2009)

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
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students in essential 21 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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