College Board announced that Moravian Academy has been named to the Advanced Placement® Program (AP®) School Honor Roll, earning GOLD distinction. 

The AP® School Honor Roll recognizes schools whose AP programs are delivering results for students while broadening access. Schools can earn this recognition annually based on criteria that reflect a commitment to increasing college-going culture, providing opportunities for students to earn college credit, and maximizing college readiness.

Moravian Academy had 91% of seniors who took at least one AP exam during high school with the majority of seniors scoring a three or higher on at least one AP exam. Currently, 16 AP courses are offered to students and taught across 28 AP sections. 

"We strive to give every student as many opportunities as possible to challenge themselves academically in courses that align with their interests while preparing them to succeed in the colleges and universities of their choice," said Dr. Rachel Wright, director of the Merle-Smith Campus. "Offering a robust variety of AP courses taught by expert faculty is one of the ways we can do that." 

The intentionally college-preparatory program of the Merle-Smith Campus fosters independent thinking, advanced research skills, and meaningful citizenship, along with a uniquely confident and joyful approach to life.

“AP represents an opportunity for students to stand out to colleges, earn college credit and placement, and potentially boost their grade point averages,” said Trevor Packer, head of the AP program.  “The schools have shown that they can expand access to these college-level courses and still drive high performance – they represent the best of our AP program.”

College Board’s Advanced Placement® Program (AP®) enables students to pursue college-level studies—with the opportunity to earn college credit, advanced placement, or both—while still in high school. Through AP courses in 38 subjects, each culminating in a challenging exam, students learn to think critically, construct solid arguments, and see many sides of an issue—skills that prepare them for college and beyond.