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SAT School Day Helps Remove Barriers for CA Students

University of San Francisco, Pepperdine, and 30+ other CA private colleges consider SAT scores in admissions, along with thousands more across the country. It is invaluable for first year math & ELA placement, merit-based scholarships, and financial aid distribution.

The SAT is the #1 college admission test in the U.S. and is the only one to offer free, world-class practice tools with Bluebook™ and Official SAT Prep on Khan Academy^®.

Students who take the SAT on a school day gain free access to the BigFuture^® School app, where they can view scores, get personalized college and career guidance, and connect with nonprofit colleges and scholarship organizations.

Access That Drives Outcomes for California Students

New A–G approved courses like AP^® Precalculus and English 10: AP Seminar give more students access to the AP experience, while SAT^® School Day opens doors to college readiness and opportunity. Together, they set students on a path toward success in college, careers, and beyond. 

When all students have the opportunity to take the SAT during the school day, four-year college-going rates increase.

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Set More CA Students Up for Success with AP

Launched in the 23-24 school year, AP Precalculus is already offered in over 530 high schools across California and awarded credit at nearly a third of California’s non-profit campuses award credit

Over 245,000 California students showed potential to succeed in English 10: AP Seminar and nearly 170,000 California students showed potential to succeed in AP Precalculus based on AP Potential™ data from the SAT and PSAT assessments in the 2024-25 academic year 

The English 10: AP Seminar Exam satisfies ELWR (Entry Level Writing Requirement) in the University of California system and meets the California State Seal of Biliteracy assessment requirement for students with a score of 3 or higher.

New A-G approved courses like AP Precalculus and English 10: AP Seminar are easy to implement and give more California students access to the benefits of AP.

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– Dr. Mark Smithberger, High School Principal

“I think educators sometimes look at the AP Program as an opportunity for a certain small group of students and the reality is there are a wide variety of opportunities. If you're looking to expand your AP Program, you need to look at your course offerings and consider some of the new additions and new options that are available there.”

– Justin Conn, Principal, La Costa Canyon High School, CA

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– Dr. Mark Smithberger, High School Principal

“By accurately assessing students’ strengths and areas for improvement, and then providing effective and targeted support based upon that assessment, we’re reaching more students and seeing more of them prepare for success in college.”
– Christopher Steinhauser, Superintendent, Long Beach Unified School District, California

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FREE: California Educators Guide

Nearly 70% of the 1.9 million students in the class of 2024 who took the SAT took it on a school day. Ensure your California students have access to the same opportunities.

Success Spotlight: Chaffey Joint Union High School District

Leaders at Chaffey Joint Union High School District in San Bernardino County, Calif., have found that AP African American Studies provides a transformative experience as students examine historical evidence for themselves, empowering them to explore a broad range of perspectives and experiences.

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Learn more about bringing Advanced Placement and the SAT Suite of Assessments to your California students.  

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Bring AP Precalculus to Your California School

Through this on-demand webinar, created specifically for California school and district administrators and teachers, you will learn about the newly launched AP Precalculus. This session will provide an overview of the course structure, tiered scaffolding, and mathematical practice skills found in the course.

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Collaborative Expansion of AP African American Studies

This recorded live stream, from our recent A Dream Deferred™ conference held in L.A., showcases the collaborative efforts of four major school districts in adopting and expanding AP African American Studies. Learn how they created a shared vision, engaged key stakeholders, and fostered enthusiasm.

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2025 California Superintendent Convening

October 30, 2025 in Oakland

We are thrilled to invite you to join us for this in-person event hosted by the College Board and designed to foster collaboration among district superintendents, higher education system leaders, and College Board leadership. This convening is focused on strengthening postsecondary pathways through innovative practices, statewide dialogue, and actionable strategies to advance student opportunity.

Beyond the Textbook: Inside California Education

Inside California Education dives into AP African American Studies, where students are finding incredible success. In 2025, 85 percent of AP African American Studies Exams in California earned a score of 3 or higher. Watch this video to learn how this new course is engaging students and driving success.