Computer Science Principles Recruitment Toolkit
By offering AP Computer Science Principles, your school becomes part of a national movement to make computer science accessible to all students, including those traditionally underrepresented in the world of computing and technology.
Use the resources below to communicate the value of this course.
Student Testimonials
Student Testimonials
Real students talk about their experience taking AP Computer Science Principles. Share these videos with students, parents, teachers, and counselors.
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Taking AP Computer Science Principles: Brandon
CSP is about collaboration and hands-on learning.
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For Educators
For Educators
These resources describe AP CSP and its benefits, best practices for implementing the course, and strategies to build a diverse classroom. Share them with your colleagues.
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Computer Science Recruitment Strategies
Get additional tips for encouraging all students—including those in traditionally underrepresented groups—to enroll in computer science courses.
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AP Computer Science Principles Brochure for Teachers and Administrators
Gives an overview of the course’s principles and pedagogy and explains its benefits to schools and students.
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Bringing AP Computer Science Principles to Your School
Explains the five steps to implementing the AP Computer Science Principles course.
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Recruiting Students for AP Computer Science
Provides evidence-based strategies to attract students who are members of groups underrepresented in computer science.
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Webinar: Bring AP CSP to Your School
This webinar for teachers and administrators addresses the value and structure of AP CSP, best practices in course implementation, recruitment strategies for underrepresented students, and more.
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Adopt Ready-to-Use Curricula
Explore curricula and professional learning from 17 AP CSP endorsed providers.
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AP Digital Portfolio
The AP Digital Portfolio page provides instructions on how to navigate the web-based application and review the submission status of students' Create performance task.
Teacher Testimonials
Teacher Testimonials
For Students and Families
For Students and Families
Share these brochures and links with students and their families to encourage them to consider AP CSP.
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Creative Thinkers Wanted (English)
Explains the benefits of taking AP CSP to students and families. Order free copies to distribute.
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Creative Thinkers Wanted (Spanish)
Explains the benefits of taking AP CSP to Spanish-speaking students and families.
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AP Computer Science Principles
Site for students gives details about the course and exam, answers frequently asked questions, and clears up misconceptions about what studying computer science is like.
- Go to AP Students
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AP Computer Science Principles, in Spanish
Spanish-language version of our AP CSP site for students.
- Go to AP Students
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Higher Education Credit and Placement
More than 950 colleges and universities offer credit for qualifying scores on the AP Computer Science Principles Exam.
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About the AP Digital Portfolio
Page for students gives an overview of the AP Digital Portfolio, the web application they’ll use to submit their work.
- Go to AP Students