Press Release
October 9, 2024
Submitted by: Dr. Kristina J. Martineau, Superintendent of Schools
kmartineau@westbrookctschools.org
Westbrook High School proudly announces its recognition on the College Board’s AP® School Honor Roll for the 2023 - 2024 school year, marking the second consecutive year the school has achieved this prestigious status. This accolade underscores Westbrook High School’s commitment to academic achievement and its dedication to providing all students with opportunities for advanced coursework.
The College Board honors schools that demonstrate high levels of student participation and success in Advanced Placement (AP) programs. While Westbrook High School has earned its AP Gold status again, it has also embraced a comprehensive approach to education by implementing a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) that ensures all students receive the resources they need to thrive. This commitment to individualized support and academic rigor has translated into improvements across College Board’s criteria with year-over-year growth in all three categories - college culture, college credit, and college optimization.
Westbrook High School’s data summary for the 2024 school year highlights:
Gold Recognition: Achieving the highest tier of the AP Honor Roll.
Robust Participation: 72% of the Class of 2024 engaged in at least one college credit course, showcasing the school’s commitment to college readiness.
Diverse AP Offerings: Westbrook High School students had access to a wide range of AP courses including:
- AP 2D Art and Design Portfolio
- AP Biology
- AP Calculus AB
- AP Computer Science Principles
- AP English Language and Composition
- AP English Literature and Composition
- AP European History
- AP Physics
- AP Psychology
- AP Spanish
- AP Statistics
- AP United States Government and Politics
- AP United States History
- AP World History: Modern
Westbrook High School’s commitment to academic excellence is exemplified by its diverse AP course offerings, which provide students with opportunities to engage with college-level material. “AP gives students an opportunity to engage with college-level work, to earn college credit and placement, and to potentially boost their grade point averages,” said Trevor Packer, head of the AP program. “The schools that have earned this distinction are proof that it is possible to expand access to these college-level courses and still drive strong performance - they represent the best of AP.”
Principal Tara Winch added, “WHS is pleased to receive the AP Honor Roll Gold Distinction. We continue to offer a wide variety of AP courses to an increasingly diverse student population to maximize opportunities and access for all students. We are fortunate to provide academic opportunities that award college credit and increase college readiness to our students.”
Reflecting on this achievement, Angelo Saba, Director of Teaching and Learning at Westbrook Public Schools, emphasized the holistic approach. “Education is not just about imparting knowledge. It’s about igniting a passion for lifelong learning. At Westbrook Public Schools, we are committed to empowering every student to reach their full potential by challenging students to meet high expectations within their personalized needs.”
