High School Advanced Academic Programs (AAP)

Information on AAP services for high school students: Honors, Advanced Placement® (AP), International Baccalaureate® (IB) Middle Years Programs (MYP), International Baccalaureate® (IB) Diploma Program (DP), and dual enrollment.

Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) Advanced Academic Programs offers several types of challenging learning experiences to meet the needs of a broad range of advanced learners in high schools. Advanced Academic services are implemented using a school-based model through a variety of rigorous programs and coursework. Course offerings vary by each school.

Advanced Placement® (AP)

The Advanced Placement® (AP) Program provides academic college preparatory coursework in the major subject fields. AP classes emulate introductory college courses, preparing students for selective universities and colleges.

International Baccalaureate® (IB) Diploma Program (DP) and Career-Related Program (CP)

The International Baccalaureate® (IB) Diploma Program (DP) provides comprehensive rigorous education with an international perspective for 11th and 12th graders.

Dual Enrollment

Dual enrollment courses are taught at the high school by an FCPS teacher and offer college credit through agreements with a college or university.

Honors, Grades 9-12

Information on high school Honors classes which are open to all students who seek additional academic rigor. Fairfax County offers open enrollment in Honors social studies, English, science, and mathematics classes.

International Baccalaureate® (IB) Middle Years Program (MYP)

The International Baccalaureate® (IB) Middle Years Program (MYP) is an all-inclusive program for students in grades 6 through 10, with students choosing to pursue the FCPS MYP certificate in tenth grade.

Young Scholars (K-12)

The Young Scholars (YS) model identifies and nurtures advanced academic potential in students from historically underrepresented populations. Find information on the model and AAP services for YS.

Twice Exceptional Learners (2e)

Twice-exceptional (2e) learners have the ability to think, reason, and problem-solve at advanced levels but may also have special learning needs. FCPS provides accommodations to ensure the success of this unique group of learners.

Advanced Academics Identification and Placement

Learn about the referral and screening and selection process for full-time (Level IV) and school-based (Levels II-III) Advanced Academic Programs.

Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology (TJHSST)

Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology provides an innovative, specialized learning environment for highly motivated students who have a genuine interest in the biological, physical, mathematical, and computer sciences.
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Contact the Advanced Academic Program Office

571-423-4740
AAP@fcps.edu