English 10: AP Seminar Collaborative

This yearlong series provides practical strategies to:

• Integrate literary texts and narrative writing into the AP Seminar framework
• Support students through the performance tasks
• Engage students in critical analysis of the stimulus materials
• Prepare students for the end-of-course exam 

What to expect:

• Connect with fellow educators across the country
• Exchange classroom-ready resources
• Participate in live Q&A sessions with AP content experts
• Access targeted breakout sessions for both new and experienced teachers 

This opportunity is available at no cost. Join one session, a few, or as many sessions as you can. We’re excited to have you participate. 

Meet the English 10: AP Seminar Collaborative Facilitators 

Daniel Brown	Christine Dutrow
Western Senior High School Baltimore City Public Schools, MD	Olentangy Orange High School Olentangy Local School District, OH

2025-26 School Year Series 

Click the sessions below for times and registration links.

Session 1: Four Recommendations for a Strong Start to the Year
Session 2: When Students Practice Performance Tasks, Their Skills Improve
Session 3: Pro Tips for Managing Class Time During Performance Tasks 
Session 4: Designing Lessons and Activities Using the Stimulus Materials 
Session 5: Preparing for the End-of-Course Exam and Developing Post-Exam Enrichment Opportunities 
Session 6: Exploring Self-Reflection and Bridging to AP English Courses and AP Research 

Session 1: Four Recommendations for a Strong Start to the Year 

Participants will: 

• Dive into models for integrating English 10 and AP Seminar requirements.
• Explore key considerations for building thematic units for the English 10: AP Seminar course, including team-building activities and discussion techniques.
• Discover strategies for teaching literary texts and narrative writing.
• Learn how to leverage AP Classroom resources to support your students and create effective lessons plans.

Session 2: When Students Practice Performance Tasks, Their Skills Improve 

Participants will:  

• Explore model lessons designed to develop the essential skills of AP Seminar, including the QUEST framework.
• Identify key areas of focus for student development, including group dynamics and effective presentation skills.
• Discover structures to provide targeted peer and teacher-level feedback for students.
• Engage in a Q&A to support the development of your AP Seminar syllabus. 

Session 3: Pro Tips for Managing Class Time During Performance Tasks  

Participants will: 

• Develop a curriculum map for Performance Tasks 1 and 2 while considering the needs of your existing English 10 curricula.
• Explore and navigate the AP Digital Portfolio and online resources for students.
• Discuss the Performance Task checkpoints and identify opportunities to grade and provide feedback to students.
• Engage in a Q&A with members of the English 10: AP Seminar teaching and learning team. 

Session 4: Designing Lessons and Activities Using the Stimulus Materials

Participants will: 

• Explore the themes and content of the 2026 AP Seminar stimulus materials.
• Discuss key areas of opportunity for instruction, including stimulus review and thematic connections.
• Simulate the process of identifying connections and developing possible research topics and questions.
• Engage in a Q&A with members of the English 10: AP Seminar teaching and learning team. 

Session 5: Preparing for the End-of-Course Exam and Developing Post-Exam Enrichment Opportunities  

Participants will: 

• Examine the requirements of the End-of-Course exam components and review the timing and rubrics.
• Backward-map model lessons leading up to the end-of-course exam.
• Explore and brainstorm meaningful post-exam learning experiences.
• Engage in a Q&A with members of the English 10: AP Seminar teaching and learning team. 

Session 6: Exploring Self-Reflection and Bridging to AP English Courses and AP Research  

Participants will: 

• Review opportunities for student self-reflection.
• Reflect on strengths and weaknesses of the year’s curriculum.
• Engage in a discussion with the English 10: AP Seminar teaching and learning team about the 2026 AP Seminar Exam.
• Preview the skills required for future AP English courses and plan for integration in the final unit.