Advanced Curriculum
Allowing faculty and student ownership of their own educational pathways—with choices about courses' content and scope—is exciting; educators and students then can pursue what most piques their intellectual curiosity and stimulates their growth and class conversations.
—Kathleen Abels, Director of Admission at Haverford College
At Blair, we believe the best educational experiences are created by our faculty, who work closely with students every day. Our advanced curriculum, which replaces traditional AP courses, allows students to demonstrate their ability to excel in a broader range of disciplines while providing them with more tangible evidence of their learning—helping them understand how their knowledge transfers to future pursuits. This curriculum aligns closely with the School’s vision for its graduates, offering a comprehensive, engaging, and distinguished program.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Blair's advanced curriculum?
- What does an advanced curriculum look like in terms of course offerings?
- Are other schools moving in this direction?
- How will college outcomes be affected by Blair's advanced curriculum?
- How have we communicated our advanced curriculum to colleges and prospective families?
- How does Blair note our curricular sequence and most rigorous offerings to prospective families and colleges?
- How does Blair maintain rigor and quality?
What is Blair's advanced curriculum?
What does an advanced curriculum look like in terms of course offerings?
Are other schools moving in this direction?
How will college outcomes be affected by Blair's advanced curriculum?
How have we communicated our advanced curriculum to colleges and prospective families?
How does Blair note our curricular sequence and most rigorous offerings to prospective families and colleges?
How does Blair maintain rigor and quality?
Sample of Courses