The purpose of this site is to inform the patrons, educators, and students of the Moore Public Schools district of programs within our curriculum. We hope that this site will be utilized as a tool to assist you. Contained within this site are high school course descriptions, as well as a description of the Oklahoma Academic Standards.
For information on a specific subject area, we encourage you to visit the additional curriculum web pages listed below. Once there, you will be able to access valuable information, and a direct form of contact for the coordinator of the various subject areas will be provided. Our department is dedicated to the values outlined within the Moore Public Schools mission statement, and strives to increase the communication between parents and staff to meet those goals.
Shannon Woodson, Assist. Superintendent of Academics & Instruction Phone: 405-735-4216AP is a rigorous academic program built on the commitment, passion, and hard work of students and educators from both secondary schools and higher education. Since 1955, the AP Program has enabled millions of students to take college-level courses and exams, and to earn college credit or placement while still in high school.
A 2008 study found that AP students had better four-year graduation rates than those who did not take AP. For example, graduation rates for AP English Literature students were 62 percent higher than graduation rates for those
who took other English courses in high school.
Taking AP also increases eligibility for scholarships and makes candidates more attractive to colleges.
More information about AP exams can be obtained from each high school's AP coordinator or counselor, or
at the College Board website. AP Exam fees may be found here.
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Studies show that 31% of colleges and universities consider a student's AP experience when making decisions about which students will receive scholarships. They also show that 85% of selective colleges and universities report that a student's AP experience favorably impacts admissions decisions.
AP Exams are administered over two weeks in May. Coordinators are responsible for notifying students when and where to report for the exams. Early testing or testing at times other than those published by the College Board is not permitted under any circumstances. Click here for the printable AP Exam schedule.
Exam Fee Assistance: For low-income studentsThe cost of the AP Exam is $96. College Board provides a $32 fee reduction. Schools provide a $9 fee reduction, and the State Department of Education provides a $43 fee reduction, making the cost of the exam $10 for low-income students. To get guidelines on who would be eligible for the low-income fee reduction, see your school’s AP Coordinator. The $10 cost applies to all AP exams eligible students take.
For non-low-income students who take 2 or more exams in one yearThe Oklahoma State Department of Education provides a $25 discount on all tests for those students who do not qualify for the low-income fee reduction and who take 2 or more exams in one year. Tests that are taken at a local Career Tech can be combined with tests taken at the student’s home school to qualify for this discount. The cost of each exam would be $69.
Contact for Oklahoma AP info and fee assistance
OKSDE Advanced Placement
2500 North Lincoln Boulevard
Oklahoma City, OK 73105
Phone: 405-522-0081
Email
This site offers information related to the Advanced Placement Program in Oklahoma, including training, state incentives and classes.
Welcome to your go-to hub for all things teaching! We're thrilled to have you on board, and we understand that starting a new teaching journey can be both exciting and a bit overwhelming. We’re here to support you every step of the way.
Here at Moore Public Schools, we believe in the power of quality education, and we know that well-prepared teachers are the heart of it all. We have a dedicated Instructional Resource Team to bring you a variety of resources and empower our new teachers. Through the Teacher Induction Program, monthly Effective Teacher Academy sessions, and personalized one-on-one instructional coaching cycles, we provide support tailored just for you.
We provide practical, research-based resources carefully curated to enhance your teaching journey from time-tested classroom management techniques to student-engaging activities. So, dive in with confidence, knowing that you have a reliable partner by your side, ready to help you thrive in your role as an educator. Your success is our mission.
Here's to creating inspiring classrooms and shaping bright minds together! Happy teaching!
Our EdTech department provides the training and support our teachers, students, parents, and administration need to feel capable and confident in using the programs, softwared, apps, and extensions utilized across our district to create effective learning environments. To seek assistance from our EdTech department, please reach out to edtech@mooreschools.com.
Moore Public Schools' vision is to Shape Today's Students into Tomorrow's Leaders. The Educational Technology department believes that the only way we can do that is to work with all stakeholders to Prepare Students for What They Will Need to Know and Do NEXT. We do that by researching innovative and effective classroom technologies to positively enhance student learning, provide relevant professional development, and support the technology needs of staff and students across Moore Public Schools.
Both the IT department and the EdTech department are here to serve your needs. If you are seeking help with something that is broken or not working correctly, please choose the IT Service & Support page. If you are seeking help with learning or using one of the many programs we use across our district, please reach out to someone on our EdTech Team or checkout our many resources available in the Teacher Tools, Student Tools, and Parent Tools sections on this website.
We offer a variety of other resources relating to our MPS:1 initiative of getting devices in the hands of students and how to care for those devices, as well as other topics such as school/classroom Technology Purchases, Self-Help Tips, and Password Reset.
As always, if you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to either the IT department or EdTech department.
Use the "Have You Tried?" checklist to help troubleshoot some basic computer problems.
If you are having other technical difficulties of any kind, please submit an Incident IQ ticket. Click here for instructions on How to Submit an Incident IQ Ticket.
Please visit this link for additional details regarding Agriculture Education, Information Technology/Computers, Family & Consumer Sciences, Marketing Education, High School STEM (Computer Science, Aircraft Maintenance & Aviation), & Junior High STEM.
Reading and writing as well as language, speaking, and listening skills are necessary to meet and prepare for the demands of college and the workforce. According to 2021 Oklahoma Academic Standards, students must be able to read and comprehend increasingly complex literary and informational texts, and they must read from a broad range of high-quality and challenging texts. Reading fiction and nonfiction texts independently and proficiently helps students create and develop written arguments, explain processes, research topics, and express themselves creatively.
The Oklahoma State Department of Education has released the
new academic standards for the Fine Arts. MPS aligns its elementary music and visual art curriculum with these standards.
The Oklahoma State Department of Education has released the
new academic standards for the Fine Arts. MPS aligns its Fine Arts curriculum
with these standards.
The gifted education program in Moore includes elementary students identified through a variety of measurement methods, junior high pre-AP students, and high school pre-AP and AP students.
Third through sixth grade gifted students are served through differentiated instruction within the regular classroom as well as opportunities outside of the traditional school setting (Saturday Academies, immersive field trips, and Summer Camps.)
The purpose of the secondary gifted education program is to provide educational opportunities modified in pace, depth, and breadth in individual subject areas. Honors and Advanced Placement classes are offered in language, math, social studies, science, computers, and the arts. Most of the Honors classes have been aligned with the College Board curriculum taught and tested in the Advanced Placement (AP) classes. A wide variety of Advanced Placement classes are offered. Check the course offerings at each high school for specific courses.
The Cognitive Abilities Test is administered to all 2nd grade students in the district. This test and the state OCCT results are the basis for most recommendations into the gifted program. In addition to test scores, teacher and parent recommendations are considered. Parents may request placement in the pre-AP and AP classes. The placement guidelines reflect the Advanced Placement philosophy that Advanced Placement should be available to all students who want to achieve at a high level and are willing to accept the challenge.
Gifted Education Plan: In Oklahoma, each school district creates a Gifted Education Plan which is submitted to the Oklahoma Department of Education. A copy of the MPS Gifted Education Plan can be viewed by clicking here.
Gifted Education records: All Gifted Education records are confidential and are kept in the Gifted Education Office. Parents of students who move out of district must submit a request for records to the Gifted Education Office, Moore Public Schools, 1500 S. E. 4th Street, Moore, OK 73160.
Gifted Education Law: Oklahoma State School Law regarding gifted education can be viewed and downloaded here: http://sde.state.ok.us/Curriculum/GiftTalent/law.html Program regulations may be viewed and downloaded at: http://sde.state.ok.us/Curriculum/GiftTalent/regulations.html.
Proficiency Based Promotion TestingProficiency based promotion tests are provided for Moore Public School students who wish to show proficiency in a course they have not taken. Qualifying students are those who are legally enrolled in the local school district. Tests are for year-long curriculum; we do not provide one-semester exams. Students may have the opportunity to demonstrate proficiency in the core subject areas. Criteria for advancing to the next level will be demonstrated by a score of 90% or better.
The proficiency test dates for next year are:
2024-2025
All tests will be administered at the Administrative Service Center. High school students must bring a photo ID on the day of testing. Application must be received three weeks prior to test date. Applications may be obtained from the student's school counselor or printed here, and must be signed by both the principal and counselor, as well as the parent or guardian if the student is a minor. A copy of the student's transcript must be included with the application. If proficiency is shown, appropriate notation will be made for elementary, middle level or high school level students satisfactorily completing a 9-12 high school curriculum area. This unit will count toward meeting the requirements for the high school diploma. To download the Oklahoma State Regulations concerning Proficiency Based Promotion, click here: PBP Regulations.