2003 Conference Highlights
HIGHLIGHTS
Keynote and Plenary Speakers
Introductions and Welcome - Advanced Placement in Florida
Friday, July 16th, 2004
Gov. Jeb Bush
Since taking office as Florida's 43rd Governor, Jeb Bush's top priority has been creating a world-class educational system through high standards and increased accountability. Learn more about Jeb Bush...
Opening Session Plenary Speaker
Friday, July 16, 2004
James McBride
Author and Musician
James McBride is an award-winning writer, composer and saxophonist. His memoir, "The Color of Water," remained on the "New York Times" Bestseller List for two years, has been translated into more than a dozen languages, and has become an American classic read in colleges and high schools. Learn more about James McBride...
Plenary Speaker
Saturday Afternoon, July 17, 2004
Pedro Noguera
Educator
Dr. Noguera is Professor of Teaching and Learning at the Steinhardt School of Education at New York University. He was previously the Judith K. Dimon Professor of Communities and Schools at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. His research focuses on the ways in which schools respond to social and economic conditions within the urban environment. Learn more about Pedro Noguera...
Plenary Speaker
Sunday Morning, July 18, 2004
Jim Horne
Commissioner, Florida Board of Education
Jim Horne serves as the chief executive of Florida's new K-20 education system and provides guidance and direction for over 2,000 employees of the Department of Education. Prior to his appointment as commissioner, he served as the Secretary of Education during the transition from a series of educational delivery systems to the new seamless, student-centered K-20 system. Learn more about Jim Horne...
Closing Session Keynote Speaker
Sunday Afternoon, July 18, 2004
Erin Gruwell
Inspirational Educator
Erin Gruwell accomplished what many thought impossible. She helped 150 of her students, many of whom had been written off by the education system, realize the power of education and the value of tolerance and diversity in the classroom. With Gruwell's guidance and encouragement, the Freedom Writers, several of whom once believed they were "unteachable" and "sure-to-drop-out," have graduated from high school, written a book, and are now pursuing undergraduate and graduate degrees. Learn more about Erin Gruwell...
AP Studio Art Exhibit
Please stop by our gallery of student art from the AP Studio Art exam in the exhibit hall. The gallery will open with a reception on Thursday, July 15, at 5:00pm. The exhibition will be open during exhibit hall hours
About APNC 2004
- Professional development workshops in AP subjects and Pre-AP strategies, taught by expert consultants.
- Best Practices for AP Administrators and Coordinators.
- Ways to encourage access and equity for all your students.
- Discussion sessions with several AP Exam Development Committees and the Executive Directors of AP.
- Nationally recognized keynote and plenary speakers.
- Exhibits (textbooks, classroom technologies, etc.)
- Networking opportunities.
- Best practices learned from colleagues across the country and world.
- Classroom materials for yourself and your colleagues.
- Information on resources for many teaching levels, including AP.
- Resources to assist in securing funds for AP and Pre-AP Professional Development.
- Earn IACET (International Association for Continuing Education and Training) credits.
