Signing into class for the first day of school on Wednesday, August 12

We are still waiting for the District to finalize setting up Canvas (the school's new Internet platform). Once they do that, we will be able to set up Webex meetings for each class for the first day and for the remaining days.

If for some reason, that does not happen before Wednesday, check here and I will be posting a Webex meeting invitation. Check here for that link. The school's main home page also may be listing the Webex links for the first day if Canvas is not operational as well.

Looking forward to seeing you all soon, Mr. Kerwin

Important AP info

Below is some information that the administration wants you to read about the upcoming AP exams. Please be sure to read it as there are some things that you need to do, which are listed below (this information also has been posted on Google Classroom):

AP EXAM UPDATES
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, The College Board Advanced Placement Exams will be online and taken from home this school year. Please see the following links for information from College Board. Students registered to take an AP exam, please complete the three action items listed below to ensure that you are receiving information directly from College Board and that your account is correctly setup. Please reach out to your AP teacher or to Mrs. Chu, assistant principal of guidance, at gchu@sjusd.org with any questions or for assistance.
AP EXAM LINKS FROM COLLEGE BOARD
Updates for AP Students and Schools Affected by Coronavirus: https://apcoronavirusupdates.collegeboard.org/
2020 Exam Schedule: https://apcoronavirusupdates.collegeboard.org/educators/taking-the-exams/ap-exam-schedule
Course Specific Information: https://apcoronavirusupdates.collegeboard.org/educators/taking-the-exams/ap-exam-schedule#courseSpecific
AP online classes/ review sessions provided by College Board (updated daily):  https://www.youtube.com/user/advancedplacement
DEVICE/ WIFI CONNECTIVITY NEEDS
If are in need of a device or wifi in order to access your exam, please fill out the following form by 4/24: https://collegeboard.tfaforms.net/74
STUDENT TO DO'S
1.) Ensure that the email address in your College Board account is one they have access to. Need to replace school email account with a personal email account. All testing information will be sent directly to the email account on file from College Board.
Instructions: After logging in through myap.collegeboard.org > click on name > account settings > login > scroll down to email address > ensure that the email address listed is one that can be accessed > scroll down and press “Update”
2.) Confirm that the correct school code for Leland High School is listed in your AP profile
Instructions: Go to My AP Profile > select “registration” tab > school you attend, write in 053091 for Leland High School > scroll down and press Save
3.) Indicate the school or institution you would like your AP score to be sent to for free
(deadline for this step: June 20)
Instructions: Go to My AP profile > select “score send” tab > enter college name > press save

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DBQ activity due Friday, April 24

On Google Classroom in the Classwork section, I have posted a DBQ assignment for you that is due on Friday, April 24...after Break :)

Spring Break

Because next week (April 13-17) is Spring Break and there is no work to be due then, I have pushed back the deadline for the last three submissions on turnitin.com by one week. I also plan to have posted an assignment on DBQ soon, so keep checking...and enjoy Spring Break!

New Google Classroom for APUSH

Given the situation for the end of the year, I have set up a Google Classroom for the AP/Accelerated periods. I will be transitioning to posting information on Google Classroom. The Classroom codes are:

• Second period:
  gv4ikls
   
• Fourth period:
  zhtuws6

I am planning on posting some activities on breaking down and using documents for the DBQ. I hope to have those posted soon.

Video Overview of the 2020 Modified DBQ Rubric

In the Files and Links page, I have posted a video I created giving you an overview of the modified DBQ for this year. I will provide more assistance later on how to approach some of the different elements or points of the DBQ. Let me know if you have trouble accessing it.

Update and Reminders

Update: The College Board has just announced the format of the APUSH exam. Basically it will be an abbreviated Document-Based Question. Below this message you will find a copy of the new format. In the "Files and Links" page, I have posted the College Board's rubric for the modified DBQ. I am working on posting soon a presentation that will break down this new rubric for you.

Also, do not forget to submit your Unit II essay to turnitin.com by 9PM tonight. Make sure you pick one of the prompts from the handout I just posted online. You cannot pick a different prompt.

Below is the format. I will try to post more specific info on how to approach and study for this exam.