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Advanced Placement

The James S. Rickards High School Advanced Placement (AP) Program provides students with rigorous, college‑level coursework and the opportunity to earn college credit while still in high school. Our AP offerings span multiple academic areas, allowing students to challenge themselves, explore their interests, and prepare for postsecondary success. Participation in AP courses helps students build strong study skills, strengthen their transcripts, and gain a competitive edge for college admissions. If your child is interested in enrolling in an AP course or learning more about available options, please contact your student’s counselor for guidance and next steps.

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Bluebook Update

A critical Bluebook™ update was released on January 6, 2026.  Students should open the Bluebook app on their Chromebook and ensure it launches.  It is located in the Apps menu (lower left of the Chromebook).  Students will be permitted to use only their school-issued Chromebook to take their digital or hybrid digital AP exam(s).

IB/AP Exam

It has been confirmed that IB and AP exams will be administered at Tallahassee State College in the English Building, which is Building 1. Arrival time for AP Exams is 7:30 for an 8:00 exam and 11:30 for a noon exam.  Late students may not be able to test. 

Late Testing

Students must take their AP Exams on the date and at the time scheduled.  Late Testing will only be granted in the circumstances below per Collegeboard Policies:

  • School-based academic contest/event where the student is participating
  • School-based athletic contest/event
  • Conflict with IB exam
  • Conflict with state-mandated test (F.A.S.T., B.E.S.T. or E.O.C)
  • Religious/holiday observance
  • School closing: election, national holiday, or natural disaster
  • Serious injury or illness (Doctor's note required), or family tragedy
  • Student court appearance
  • Two or more AP Exams on the same date at the same time

If you have questions or concerns, please contact Mrs. E. M. Cooper, equilla.cooper@leonschools.net

Blue Book

Please have students log in to Bluebook on their Chromebook to be sure they know their username and password. Students will not have access to saved passwords on exam day. 

If you have questions about AP Exams, please contact Mrs. E. M. Cooper at equilla.cooper@leonschools.net.

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