AP Biology (G9 & Up)

AP Biology is an introductory college-level biology course. Students cultivate their understanding of biology through inquiry-based investigations as they explore topics like evolution, energetics, information storage and transfer, and system interactions.

AP Chemistry (G9 & up) 

AP Chemistry is an introductory college-level chemistry course that enables students to learn the foundations of chemistry. Topics covered include atomic structure, molecular and ionic compounds, intermolecular forces, reactions, kinetics, thermodynamics, equilibrium, and acids and bases.

1 Composition of Matter Unit 1
2 Atomic Structure and Periodic Trends Unit 1
3 Valence Electrons and Ionic Compounds Unit 1
4 Ionic and Covalent Compounds Unit 2
5 Lewis Diagrams and Resonance Unit 2
6 VSEPR and Bond Hybridization Unit 2
7 Intermolecular Forces Unit 3
8 Ideal Gas Law Unit 3
9 Solutions and Mixtures Unit 3
10 Reactions and Stoichiometry Unit 4v Fall
11 Introduction to Acid-base reactions Unit 4
12 Oxidation-reduction (redox) Reactions Unit 4
13 Reaction Rates and Collision Models Unit 5
14 Rate Laws Unit 5
15 Reaction Mechanisms and Catalysts Unit 5
16 Calorimetry Unit 6
17 Enthalpy of Reactions Unit 6
18 Introduction to Equilibrium Unit 7
19 Reaction Qutient and Equilibrium constant Unit 7
20 Introduction to Solubility Equilibria Unit 7
21 Weak Acid and Base equilibria Unit 8
22 Buffers Unit 8
23 Thermodynamics Unit 9
24 Galvanic (Voltaic) and Electrolytic Cells Unit 9

Pre-AP Chinese (G8 & up)

The curriculum of this Pre-AP Chinese language class is designed to prepare students for Chinese AP Chinese Language and Culture course.

To maximize students’ learning effectiveness, students are encouraged to fully engage and participate with all the learning activities in an immersion environment where students are required to speak Chinese to ensure and enhance their learning. Approximately 90% of the instructional time of this course is in Chinese and 10% of the instructional time is in English for the purpose of clear description and explanation of grammar rules, assignment rubrics, sentence structures and new vocabularies.

Students will be guided to master comprehensive essay writing, picture or movie analysis, cultural studies and comparison. Besides emphasizing students’ listening, speaking, reading and writing skills, this class also emphasizes students’ efficiency and accuracy in Chinese typing. Chinese cultural studies is also included in the curriculum so that students’ multicultural awareness is strengthened in the teaching and learning process.
By the end of this class, students are able to conduct basic conversations in Chinese, use Chinese to share their thoughts, to express their opinions and communicate with native Chinese speakers

AP Chinese Writing Prep (G7 &up)

The curriculum of this Pre-AP Chinese language class is designed to prepare students for Chinese AP Chinese Language and Culture course.

To maximize students’ learning effectiveness, students are encouraged to fully engage and participate with all the learning activities in an immersion environment where students are required to speak Chinese to ensure and enhance their learning. Approximately 90% of the instructional time of this course is in Chinese and 10% of the instructional time is in English for the purpose of clear description and explanation of grammar rules, assignment rubrics, sentence structures and new vocabularies.

Students will be guided to master comprehensive essay writing, picture or movie analysis, cultural studies and comparison. Besides emphasizing students’ listening, speaking, reading and writing skills, this class also emphasizes students’ efficiency and accuracy in Chinese typing. Chinese cultural studies is also included in the curriculum so that students’ multicultural awareness is strengthened in the teaching and learning process.

By the end of this class, students are able to conduct basic conversations in Chinese, use Chinese to share their thoughts, to express their opinions and communicate with native Chinese speakers

AP Computer Science A Prep (G7 &up)

AP Computer Science A is a 10 week summer course designed to prepare students for the AP Computer Science A exam and beyond. Each class will be 90 minutes, with individual assignments between each class. Students will practice and learn the fundamentals of Java, to be able to both analyze and write code. Topics include classes, control structures, data structures, functions, and more. Students should already have some programming knowledge. Class schedule is below.

Textbook: Barron’s AP Computer Science A Premium 12th Edition, 2025

Class # Topic
1 Introduction, Basics, using an IDEReading: p. 63-67, p. 71-72
2 OperatorsReading: p. 67-71HW: CodeHS
3 Objects & StringReading: p. 153-160HW: CodeHS
4 Integer, Double, and MathReading: p. 160-166HW: Book Quiz, p. 166-184
5 Booleans & Conditional StatementsReading: p. 72-74HW: CodeHS
6 LoopsReading: p. 74-79HW: CodeHS
7 Loops cont.Reading: p. 74-79HW: Book Quiz, p. 81-88
8 Constructing ClassesReading: p. 93-95HW: CodeHS
9 MethodsReading: p. 95-100HW: CodeHS
10 ScopeReading: p. 100-111HW: Book Quiz, p. 111-124
11 Inheritance & PolymorphismReading: p. 129-140HW: Book Quiz, p. 141-149
12 ArrayReading: p. 213-222HW: CodeHS
13 ArrayListReading: p. 223-230HW: CodeHS
14 MatricesReading: p. 230-236HW: Book Quiz, p. 236-273
15 RecursionReading: p. 278-288HW: Book Quiz, p. 288-294
16 SortingReading: p. 307-311HW: CodeHS
17 SearchingReading: p. 311-314HW: Book Quiz, p. 314-322
18 Best Practices & Exam TipsReading: p. 193-204, p. 55-62HW: Book Quiz, p. 204-210
19 Practice Test
20 Review

AP Language and Composition Prep (G7 &up)

This 14-week class is a great introduction for students who plan to enroll in AP English Language and Composition in the 25-26 school year. Students will become familiar with the exam format and will learn how to approach the three essay types they will encounter on the exam: synthesis, rhetorical analysis, and argument. In addition to crafting their own essays, students will practice reading and scoring sample student essays using College Board rubrics. Gaining familiarity with each rubric and being able to recognize what constitutes a strong essay will enable students to approach each essay with greater direction and confidence. Throughout the 10 weeks, students will also be introduced to various effective writing strategies and will have multiple opportunities to put those strategies into action.
Students can expect to complete about 2-3 hours of homework per week. Each week, students will complete a timed essay outside of class (40 minutes), which they will share digitally with the instructor by 5pm each Monday. Students will receive feedback on their essays by 5pm each Tuesday and will be expected to review that feedback before class on Wednesday. Students will also complete other homework tasks aimed at strengthening their writing skills.

Please plan to purchase AP English Language and Composition Premium, 2025: Prep Book with 8 Practice Tests + Comprehensive Review + Online Practice.

AP US History (G7 &up)

Welcome to AP United States History (APUSH). This course is designed to provide a college-level experience and preparation for the AP Exam in May 2026. Topics include life and thought in colonial America, revolutionary ideology, constitutional development, Jeffersonian and Jacksonian democracy, nineteenth-century reform movements, and Manifest Destiny. Other topics include the Civil War and Reconstruction, immigration, industrialism, Populism, Progressivism, World War I, the Jazz Age, the Great Depression, the New Deal, World War II, the Cold War, the post-Cold War era, and the United States at the beginning of the twenty-first century. This course will be taught over 3 semesters: Summer 2025, Fall 2025, and Spring 2026.

AP World History Prep (G7 &up)

This course will prepare students for the AP World History (Modern) exam that is scheduled for the first part of each May. Students will study the cultural, economic, political, and social developments that have shaped the world from c. 1200 CE to the present. They will analyze texts, visual sources, and other historical evidence and write essays expressing historical arguments.

This course is taught by a high-school certified teacher who teaches AP World History for a long time. He will assist students in achieving success in this exam.

AP Macroeconomics Prep (G7 &up)

AP Macroeconomics: Dive into the World of Economics!
Unlock the mysteries of the economy with our engaging AP Macroeconomics course! This introductory college-level class invites students to explore the principles that govern economic systems on a grand scale.
Economic Measurements: Understand how we gauge the health of an economy.
Market Dynamics: Explore how supply and demand shape our world.
Macroeconomic Models: Discover the frameworks that economists use to interpret complex systems.
Macroeconomic Policies: Examine the role of government policies in influencing economic outcomes.
Prepare for the May AP Test!
In addition to a comprehensive understanding of key concepts, our course emphasizes effective test-taking strategies and provides ample practice with past exam questions. You’ll build confidence and refine your skills to excel on the AP exam.

AP Microeconomics Prep (G7 &up)

AP Microeconomics: Explore the Intricacies of Economic Decision-Making!

Are you ready to dive into the fascinating world of microeconomics? Our AP Microeconomics course offers an engaging introduction to the principles that govern individual economic decision-makers, equipping you with the tools to analyze real-world scenarios.
What You’ll Explore:
Scarcity and Markets: Discover how scarcity shapes choices and drives market dynamics.
Costs, Benefits, and Marginal Analysis: Learn to evaluate decisions like an economist by weighing costs and benefits at the margin.
Production Choices and Behavior: Understand how businesses make decisions that impact their production and profitability.
Market Inefficiency and Public Policy: Examine the role of government intervention and the impact of public policy on market outcomes.
Prepare for the May AP Test!
This course goes beyond theory—it's all about preparing you for success on the AP exam! You’ll benefit from:
Focused Review Sessions: Reinforce your understanding of key concepts through targeted lessons and discussions. Practice Questions and Exams: Build your confidence by tackling real AP exam questions and honing your test-taking strategies.
Comprehensive Study Materials: Access a variety of resources designed to enhance your preparation and ensure you’re ready for test day.

AP Calculus BC Prep（G7 &up)

AP Calculus BC constitutes a collegiate-level curriculum, equivalent to a full-year calculus program offered at the majority of universities. The course is structured in alignment with the Advanced Placement Calculus BC curriculum developed by the College Board, aiming to foster a comprehensive understanding of calculus concepts and provide practical experience with its methodologies and applications.

Emphasizing a multifaceted approach, the course highlights that calculus concepts and challenges can be approached and represented through various means: graphically, numerically, algebraically, and verbally. The overarching objective of the course is to equip students for success in the AP Exam and subsequent college-level mathematics courses.

AP Physics 1 Prep (G8 & up)

The course aims to prepare students for the upcoming AP Physics 1 exam. The design of the course will help students to take the exam with confidence. Students will review each unit with the instructor. After each review session, questions related to each unit will be assigned and explained in the course. The strategies to solve multiple choice questions (MCQs) and free response questions (FRQs) will be discussed. Important types of questions, such as, the projectile motions, the pulley systems, objects on inclines, collisions, and etc. will be thoroughly studied in the course. Students will also practice previous AP exams to get familiar with the style and content of the exam in the course.

AP Physics 1: Algebra-Based covers seven units: Kinematics, Dynamics, Circular Motion and Gravitation, Energy, Momentum, Simple Harmonic Motion, and Torque and Rotational Motion.

The college board link here:

https://secure-media.collegeboard.org/digitalServices/pdf/ap/ap_physics1_2page_course_overview.pdf 

Themes

Unit 1: Kinematics

Unit 2: Force and Translational Dynamics

Unit 3: Work, Energy, and Power

Unit 4: Linear Momentum

Unit 5: Torque and Rotational Dynamics

Unit 6: Energy and Momentum of Rotating Systems

Unit 7: Oscillations

Unit 8: Fluids

AP Physics C: Mechanics Prep (G9 & up)

Course Description:
This class is designed to prepare you for the AP Physics C: Mechanics exam over 24 weeks (Summer and Fall quarters). Lectures will meet weekly (see Schedule). Homework will be assigned at the end of each lecture, and some weeks will also have lab activities. Students are expected to finish these before the next class unless stated otherwise.

This course runs for 24 weeks, with The class proceeds at a relatively quick pace and the course content builds on prior knowledge. Thus, students should be prepared for a significant time commitment and should be fluent and confident in mathematical manipulations. The course requires calculus as a corequisite/prerequisite, and the use of calculus increases as the course progresses. This course covers kinematics, Newton's laws of motion, conservation of energy and momentum, circular motion and rotation, and gravitation. Strong emphasis is placed on solving a variety of challenging problems, some requiring calculus. Weekly homework and laboratory activities reinforce the theoretical content. Students are expected to take the AP Physics C exam following the completion of this course.

AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism Prep (G9 & up)

Mr. Zhu majors in Mechanical Engineering and minoring in Computer Sciences at a top 30 university. He has a nearly full SAT score and 5’s in the AP Computer Science, Calculus BC, Physics C: E&M, and Physics C: Mechanics exams, giving him a wide expertise on high school level STEM courses and exams. He has an impressive record that all his students consistently achieve a perfect score of 5 on their AP exams (both AP Computer Science and AP Physics)! That's quite an accomplishment for an educator.

His favorite classes to teach are computer science, math and physics. He has more than 4 years of teaching experiences. He currently lives in Urbana-Champaign, Illinois, and spends his spare time enjoying video games, music, anime, and hobby rocketry.

AP Spanish (G9 & up)

This AP Spanish course is designed to prepare students for the AP Spanish Language and Culture Exam. The curriculum will deepen students’ command of advanced Spanish vocabulary and complex grammar, including subjunctive mood, compound tenses, advanced sentence structures, and nuanced language use. Students will thoroughly explore the six AP themes: Global Challenges, Science and Technology, Contemporary Life, Personal and Public Identities, Families and Communities, and Beauty and Aesthetics. Through intensive listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice, students will develop skills to interpret authentic texts, craft persuasive essays, conduct oral presentations, and engage in simulated conversations. The course includes diverse activities such as debates, analysis of literary and non-literary texts, and discussions of current cultural and social issues relevant to Spanish-speaking communities. By the end of the course, students will have gained the confidence and proficiency needed to perform well on the AP exam and apply their language skills in real-world contexts.

AP Statistics (G8 & up)

The AP Statistics course introduces students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. There are four themes evident in the content, skills, and assessment in the AP Statistics course: exploring data, sampling and experimentation, probability and simulation, and statistical inference. Students use technology, investigations, problem solving, and writing as they build conceptual understanding. We will cover the following topics required in AP statistis exam.

Unit 1: Exploring one-variable data
Unit 2: Exploring two-variable data
Unit 3: Collecting Data
Unit 4: Probability, Random Variables, and Probability Distributions
Unit 5: Sampling Distribution
Unit 6: Inferencefor Categorical Data: Proportions

Dr. Wait, a Professor of Biology at a Missouri university, has been teaching for over 20 years. He earned his Ph.D. in Biology from Syracuse University and spent 15 years teaching general biology. He authored five editions of a widely used General Biology II laboratory manual, reviewed major biology textbooks, and developed test banks.

Dr. Wait has been involved with AP Biology since 2012, serving as a Reader and later advancing to Senior Content Reviewer in 2022. He also taught plant physiology to Chinese university students online for three summers and values his connection with them.

With 50 publications and contributions to 88 scientific conferences, Dr. Wait is a dedicated scholar. In his free time, he enjoys sailing, gardening, traveling with his wife, and supporting his daughter, who is currently in college.

Dr. Graber earned a Bachelor of Science in Electronics Engineering Technology from Grantham University and a Ph.D. in Biochemistry from Kent State University. Currently, he serves as an Associate Professor of Chemistry at a private university, where he teaches General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry. With over a decade of programming experience in scientific and software development contexts, Dr. Graber integrates his interdisciplinary expertise to enhance the learning experience.

Outside the classroom, he enjoys teaching and tutoring online, driven by his passion for helping students grasp the wonders of science and apply computational skills to solve real-world problems. Dr. Graber's teaching philosophy emphasizes problem-solving, active learning, and fostering a growth mindset, encouraging students to embrace mistakes as opportunities for growth.

For the past seven years, Dr. Graber has been teaching AP Chemistry, with the majority of his students achieving a score of 5 on the exam, except in cases where foundational chemistry knowledge needed great improvement.

方老师，副教授，杭州师范大学中文系毕业，在语文教学领域深耕30多年，承担过从初中到大学各阶段的语文教学工作，在浙江同济科技学院和浙江建设学院开设过大学语文，应用文写作，视听艺术等多门课程，同时又在杭州新东方和杭州优翰教学培训机构担任中高考学生语文课程辅导老师多年，曾任浙江省高考阅卷教师和浙江中华经典诵读比赛高校组评委。参加过华东师范大学的对外汉语教学培训和考试，2019年在美国北卡管理中国留学生1年，在国内核心期刊发表过多篇教学论文，有丰富的教学和教学理论研究的经验。教学中主张情感教育和寓教于乐及个性化学习，善于营造活泼的课堂氛围，语文基础教学的过程中重视传授中国文化，非常受学生的欢迎，她的课学生愿意做作业。

Mr. Shuhua has a B.S. in Geographic Information Science with a minor in Computer & Information Science from The Ohio State University. He scored a 5 in AP Computer Science, Chemistry, Calculus BC, and both Physics C exams, as well as top scores in both the ACT and SATs. He has been teaching math and computer science for over 5 years now, with students regularly achieving above average scores in Math Olympiad and AP exams. Students enjoy his friendly and supportive teaching style, giving them a chance to develop their problem solving skills through cooperation and practice.

Alison is an experienced English Language Arts educator with over 15 years of teaching across high school, college, and adult education. She holds a B.A. in English: Teacher Licensure from Elon University and an M.A. in Composition and Rhetoric from Miami University. Her passion for writing instruction began as a Writing Consultant, supporting students one-on-one through all stages of the writing process. Alison taught high school English for six years, including AP English Language and Composition, where nearly all her students scored a 4 or 5 on the AP exam. She has also taught French, college-level writing, and provided SAT/ACT tutoring and college essay support. Her students consistently see score improvements and gain confidence in their writing. With 10 years of experience teaching English to adult immigrants and refugees, Alison brings empathy, energy, and adaptability to her classroom. She enjoys reading, hiking, cooking, and spending time with family in her free time.

Ms Sharon has over twenty years of teaching experience, with eleven years of AP History instruction. In addition, she has been an AP US History Reader since 2015. Her commitment to rigorous scholarship and deep knowledge of US History has yielded impressive results, with most students scoring 4-5 on the AP exam and earning college credit at the university level. Over her career, Ms. Gillette has taught in the United States, South Korea, Taiwan, the United Kingdom, and Morocco. In her free time, she travels extensively around the world.

Teacher Josh earned his Educational Specialist degree from KSU and has ten years of experience teaching Advanced Placement courses. In addition to teaching, Josh has served as an AP Grader since 2016 and has experience reading for all parts of the AP Exam including the Document-Based Question, Long Essay Question, and Short-Answer Question. He currently teaches in a prestigious high school and his students have the highest pass rate percentage in the entire district. He is known for his "skills-based instruction" where he develops student proficiency in writing skills that align directly to the AP rubrics. Josh has served as a presenter for the One-Day Advanced Placement workshops, and for a well-known virtual academy. Josh is incredibly passionate about teaching AP United States History and AP World History, and looks forward to facilitating students' success on the AP  History Examinations.

Mr. Billings has dedicated 27 years to education, specializing in AP Economics throughout his career. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Economics and Industrial Management from Carnegie Mellon University and a Master of Education from the University of Pittsburgh. For the past 15 years, Mr. Billings has served as the department chairperson at a highly regarded suburban high school near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. His experience with AP Economics began in 1996, when he first taught the course as an intern while completing his graduate studies.

Teacher Guo (AP 5 score teacher): Teacher Guo has 5 years of experience in teaching high school level and middle school level mathematics courses. He is currently teaching high school in the Austin neighborhood of Chicago. After graduating from UC-Berkeley with a degree in Theoretical Mathematics. Mr. Guo has been teaching various high school math courses including Algebra 1, Geometry, and Precalculus. He also leads his high school math team competing in the NSML (North Suburban Math League) and ICTM Regional and State Math Contests. Mr. Guo also competed in AMC-12, the AIME, ARML, and as a 4-year math team starter at New Trier for a top-5 math team. Students enjoy Mr. Guo’s sense of humor, laid-back style, and relational teaching style.

Teacher Cao holds a Ph.D. in Physics and a Master’s degree in Statistics from the U.S. Before that, he earned a Master’s degree in Physics. As one of the early contributors to the AP Physics and Mathematics program at New Oriental School, Teacher Cao played a key role in developing a comprehensive curriculum and training new teachers. Over the years, he has dedicated himself to exploring the mysteries of physics and sharing this knowledge with students through teaching. His teaching philosophy focuses on making abstract concepts simple, engaging, and appealing, sparking students' curiosity and confidence. With fifteen years of teaching experience, his students consistently achieve outstanding results in the AP Physics exams, with extremely high satisfaction rates.

Mr. Zhu (AP 5 score teacher): Mr. Zhu majors in Mechanical Engineering and minoring in Computer Sciences at a top 30 university. He has a nearly full SAT score and 5’s in the AP Computer Science, Calculus BC, Physics C: E&M, and Physics C: Mechanics exams, giving him a wide expertise on high school level STEM courses and exams. He has an impressive record that all his students consistently achieve a perfect score of 5 on their AP exams (both AP Computer Science and AP Physics)! That's quite an accomplishment for an educator.

His favorite classes to teach are computer science, math and physics. He has more than 4 years of teaching experiences. He currently lives in Urbana-Champaign, Illinois, and spends his spare time enjoying video games, music, anime, and hobby rocketry.

Mr. Simpson is a veteran Spanish teacher of 27 years both in the classroom and online. He majored in Spanish in college and then earned his MAT in Hispanic literature and linguistics from UMass Amherst. Mr. Simpson has traveled to more than seven different Spanish-speaking countries and has lived extensively in Spain, Chile, and Honduras. His favorite word in language learning is “appropriation” which occurs when learners take something foreign/unknown to them, and make it their own through interactions, learning, and speaking the language.

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Dr. Dong obtained her PhD in mathematics from Binghamton University. She has been teaching mathematics and statistics for over ten years. She enjoys teaching math because students can discover and understand how math is around us from engineering to nature. When she teaches math, she provides the students with a variety of knowledge, help them achieve their goals and make sure every student reach their full potential. She received very positing feedback from her students: “Dr.Dong is great, always answers question in a timely manner, and cultivates a welcoming environment in the classroom.” “ I'm going to be a math teacher, and I love the way you taught, it was super effective for me, and made managing my course load super easy.)” “I think she did an amazing job explaining in detail concepts in problems. I am very bad at math but she explained everything so well and did example problems that were very useful in helping the class understand how to do any kind of problem we would encounter.” When she does not teach, she likes to spend time with her children teaching them math and visiting historical places.

Customer satisfaction is our top priority. If you are not satisfied, we offer 100% refund after the 1st trial class. If the withdrawal happens after the 2nd class, refund will be prorated. If the withdrawal happens after the 3rd class or future classes, no cash refund will be made. Instead, you can use the remaining class tuition (prorated) to sign up for other classes or save it as credit for future classes. No refunds for missed classes. We reserve the right to cancel classes due to low enrollment.