Hello AP Students,
This message is to provide important reminders for students who are taking AP tests starting in May. Please see the information below for details.
Where do I go for my test?
All students, whether or not they receive accommodations, will report to the same testing location linked HERE, available on our website HERE, and attached to this message.
Check-In Times for Testing
- Morning Tests – check in time is 7:00am at the testing location. See attachment for testing location. Please note that some testing locations have changed.
- Afternoon Tests – check in time is 12:00pm at the testing location. See attachment for testing location. Please note that some testing locations have changed.
Where do I go after my test?
- Morning Tests – Students who are testing in the morning sessions will be excused from 0-period classes, but are expected to attend their afternoon scheduled classes. When released from the test, you can begin your lunch time, but cannot leave campus unless you have an off grounds pass from afternoon classes.
- Afternoon Tests – Students who are testing in the afternoon session will be excused from their 3rd or 4th period classes at 11:30am for early lunch, but are expected to attend their 0, 1st/2nd, and 3rd/4th period classes before 11:30am dismissal time for lunch. Child Nutrition will be able to start serving students at 11:30am.
How do I prepare for digital/hybrid testing?
- Prepare your Chromebook
- Log in to your school-issued Chromebook to ensure your school account is working.
- If you have Chromebook issues:
- Check for updates:
- Open Chrome Settings and go to About Chrome at the bottom left corner (you can also type this into the address bar: chrome://settings/help).
- Click the button to check for updates.
- Restart your Chromebook.
- Get a Loaner from the Library if you need one.
- Sign into the Bluebook app before your AP exam.
- You will need to remember your College Board login information on the day of your exam.
What should I bring to my testing location?
- Your Chromebook and charger (bring Chromebook fully charged)
- You will be required to use your school-issued Chromebook on the day of the AP exam.
- You will not be allowed to use a personal device.
- Personal portable charger (optional to charge Chromebook throughout test)
- External mouse (optional)
- 2 pens – blue or black ink only (for hybrid exams)
- Calculator, with fresh batteries, if allowed for the specific exam (you cannot share calculators)
- Straight edge, if allowed for the specific exam
- Snack – must be in clear “zip lock” style bag, save snack for break time
- Water – only liquid allowed in the testing room
What am I NOT allowed to bring to my testing location?
- A personal device for digital/hybrid testing
- Head coverings (hats, brimmed caps, etc.)
- Backpacks
- Scratch Paper - you will be provided with scratch paper
- Cell Phones
- Smart Watches
- Watches that beep or have alarms
- Any wearable technology
- Any listening or recording devices
- Cameras
- Ear Plugs or Ear Buds
- Pencil cases, or Backpacks or bags of any kind
See the full list of what students should and should not bring HERE.
What am I NOT allowed to do during and after testing?
- Attempt to cheat or otherwise gain an unfair advantage
- Attempt to gain access to or information about the exam
- Share AP Exam content during or after the AP Exam through any means, including, but not limited to, email, text messages, phone calls, photographs, social media, or the internet.
The full list of AP Exam Terms and Conditions provided by College Board are available HERE.
Remember to get enough sleep before your exam, and good luck! We know you have worked hard for this moment, and wish you the best of luck!
RUHS Administration