AP® Computer Science A

Girls-Only & ​All-Genders Course;
Prerequisite - Successful completion of a One Schoolhouse computer science course or permission from the administration; 
Full-Year Course
The AP® Computer Science A course introduces the key concepts of programming in Java. The analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills that students develop in this course transfer to programming in other languages as well. This course is designed with the idea that programming should be fun, engaging, and intuitive. Students will learn to apply the main principles of object-oriented software design and programming using classes and objects, constructors, methods, instance and static variables, inheritance, class hierarchies, and polymorphism. Students work creatively and collaboratively with their classmates to discuss ethical and social issues relating to the use of technology and develop a solid foundation from which to launch into a wide range of computer science areas. This course prepares students for the AP® Computer Science A Exam in May.

Please note: this course cannot be completed without a computer running a Windows or Macintosh operating system. Chromebooks, iPads, smartphones, and tablets are not adequate.
"I had a ton of fun creating new classes, utilizing complex boolean statements, and most recently programming GUI applications. I think it’s safe to say that I’ve been extremely motivated to fully engage in and succeed in this course.”

Course Approval

​This course is approved by the College Board and the NCAA. 

One Schoolhouse is fully accredited with the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges through December 1, 2025; we are an approved online publisher for the University of California. 

Teachers at One Schoolhouse

​Teachers at One Schoolhouse are passionate about helping students flourish and thrive.
​With small sections (averaging 15 students), teachers inspire, encourage, and instill confidence in their students.
One Schoolhouse teachers are experts in their subject field. 94% of our teachers hold an advanced degree.
​Teachers are drawn from top independent schools across the country and participate in our extensive training on current research and best practices in online instruction methods.

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