Academic Alternatives

AP Classes

We offer a variety of AP classes. These courses include Calculus, Literature and Composition, Spanish, Statistics, US Government, and US History. The rigor and workload in each of these classes is intended to be greater than that of some of our required courses. As a result, grades for each of these courses are weighted and do have an effect on students’ GPA’s. The AP exams are given each spring and students may be granted college credit based on qualifying scores.

College in the Classroom

We offer three different opportunities for students to earn college credit while attending classes here at the high school. The Senior to Sophomore program offers college credit in both chemistry and physics. Students that are interested in these two programs should talk with their counselor in regard to requirements for participation.

Tech Prep Credits

Tech prep credit is offered through a number of courses here at the high school. These credits can be used at a number of colleges throughout the state of Minnesota. Tech prep student data is collected for the purpose of issuing Tech Prep College Credit Certificates and used by secondary and post- secondary for reporting program effectiveness. All public reports are in aggregate form and protect student identity.

STEPS Alternative Learning Program

STEPS is an alternative program designed to assist juniors and seniors with educational needs that cannot be met within the traditional high school program. Smaller class sizes, individualized student learning, and allowing students to work at their own pace, provides a fresh start for educational success.

Adult Basic Education

Sauk Rapids-Rice Adult Basic Education offers a variety of classes to learners, 16 and over.