Coordinated

Our conversation continues with Edward Biedermann (Executive Director, AP Outreach, The College Board). As a former AP coordinator, AP teacher, and principal these incredible stories feature an all-encompassing perspective on AP. What does it mean to clear the path for AP success? What does it mean to truly take pride in your AP program and students? And don’t miss Edward’s mic-dropping answer to “What does being an AP coordinator mean to you?”

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New Year’s is a magical time in New York City and this particular conversation is sure to be spellbinding. Executive Director, AP Outreach, Edward Biedermann shares his New York-based journey in education and lessons learned along the way to The College Board. And of course, what story is complete without a meaningful chapter as an AP coordinator? It’s a shared experience from both an AP coordinator and administrator perspective. Join us and clear the path to AP program success!

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Our first episode of 2021 features a rich conversation! AP coordinator and SSD coordinator, Bob Pomer (Boston, MA) shares his two-plus decades of expertise around Services for Students with Disabilities. What does an SSD coordinator actually do? What’s this about an update to SSD online? And how does SSD impact our AP program? Get your stopwatch ready. This episode is approved for extended time!

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In our final episode of an epic 2020, reflect with us on the toughest question presented on our show… What does being an AP coordinator mean to you? Host Derek Kameda narrates through some insightful and meaningful thoughts from our guests providing a feel-good closing to the calendar year. Ready for a inspiring take on the freshly coined term “volun-told”… Don’t miss this special episode of Coordinated.

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Who likes the AP coordinator role so much she’s asked for it twice? And at two different schools? Vice-principal and AP coordinator superstar, Kristen Cacace shares her laughter-filled story about coordinating at two different high schools in sunny Florida. Find out what two very different AP programs have in common and hear first-hand about some of Kristen’s challenges in getting everything just right the second time around.

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In a special episode, we add-on to our previous conversation with another whacky story from AP Exam administrations of the past. Host Derek Kameda shares an important lesson learned and one of his professionally humbling moments from his time as AP coordinator. This one… Of course, it involves a CD player and a moment that many can smile about.

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Wearing multiple hats is quite a fashion statement! Two of the very best at looking good no matter how many hats?... David Chehey (Boise, ID) and Karen Mayton (Waco, TX). These two powerhouse AP coordinators join us to share stories about juggling all the testing timelines from a school, district, and region perspective. Learn how making a little time to take care of yourself pays huge dividends for even the best of AP coordinators in this fashion-conscious episode of Coordinated.

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We’re on the move with a virtual road trip to Savannah Arts Academy in Savannah, Georgia. We’ll check in with both the AP coordinator (Cindy Hicks) and an AP student (Amy Oh) who is a special friend of the show. Hear pencil sharpening details about one of the largest AP Art & Design programs in the world. Plus, for the first time, we hear a student’s perspective on Advanced Placement and distance learning. Don’t miss her comments about her underappreciated AP coordinator!

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In a special episode of Coordinated, we take a quick peek behind the scenes of the AP program to talk about AP coordinators and their role in education. The term “super hero” may be dropped! Plus, we’ll express our sincere thanks to some of our listeners and share some feedback we’ve received. The spotlight shines brightly on all AP coordinators this Thanksgiving week!

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What’s next now that the Final Ordering Deadline is behind us? A welcome change of pace but not without some changes! AP coordinator Carrie Larrison joins us from Westfield High School in Indianapolis to share her thoughts, stories, and best practices for staying on top of student schedule changes. Plus, a special announcement about a new option for coordinators who have many students all changing sections at the semester or trimester break. Find out how Driver’s Education started the journey for this superstar AP coordinator!

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