Coordinated

Who likes the AP coordinator role so much she’s asked for it twice? And at two different schools? Vice-principal and AP coordinator superstar, Kristen Cacace shares her laughter-filled story about coordinating at two different high schools in sunny Florida. Find out what two very different AP programs have in common and hear first-hand about some of Kristen’s challenges in getting everything just...

In a special episode, we add-on to our previous conversation with another whacky story from AP Exam administrations of the past. Host Derek Kameda shares an important lesson learned and one of his professionally humbling moments from his time as AP coordinator. This one… Of course, it involves a CD player and a moment that many can smile about. Music by Jackie Rae: https://www.jackierae-music.com/

Wearing multiple hats is quite a fashion statement! Two of the very best at looking good no matter how many hats?... David Chehey (Boise, ID) and Karen Mayton (Waco, TX). These two powerhouse AP coordinators join us to share stories about juggling all the testing timelines from a school, district, and region perspective. Learn how making a little time to take care of yourself pays huge dividends f...

We’re on the move with a virtual road trip to Savannah Arts Academy in Savannah, Georgia. We’ll check in with both the AP coordinator (Cindy Hicks) and an AP student (Amy Oh) who is a special friend of the show. Hear pencil sharpening details about one of the largest AP Art & Design programs in the world. Plus, for the first time, we hear a student’s perspective on Advanced Placement and dista...

In a special episode of Coordinated, we take a quick peek behind the scenes of the AP program to talk about AP coordinators and their role in education. The term “super hero” may be dropped! Plus, we’ll express our sincere thanks to some of our listeners and share some feedback we’ve received. The spotlight shines brightly on all AP coordinators this Thanksgiving week! Please subscribe, rate, and...

What’s next now that the Final Ordering Deadline is behind us? A welcome change of pace but not without some changes! AP coordinator Carrie Larrison joins us from Westfield High School in Indianapolis to share her thoughts, stories, and best practices for staying on top of student schedule changes. Plus, a special announcement about a new option for coordinators who have many students all changing...

With the Final Ordering Deadline quickly approaching, it’s time for a stress-relieving conversation. Southern charm and expert AP coordinator experience are on full display as superstar, Susan Orr shares timely need-to-know information. Join us to strategically prepare and manage tasks before and after the Final Ordering Deadline. Not sure about pushing the “Submit” button on your exam order?… Lis...

The debates are over, but this visit to our nation’s capital is not to be missed! Instructional Supervisor (Advanced Programs) Edrika Hall speaks on all things AP coordinator including an in-depth discussion on “balancing the budget” as it relates to AP Exam fees, exam rebates, and students eligible for fee reductions. Plus, Edrika shares inspiring stories of positive progress she and her follow A...

First up, a detailed look inside a coordinator’s “best friend”… The AP Coordinator’s Manual . Shelley Gazes provides helpful tips and tricks to make the most of this key resource. Next, coordinator superstar Cari Franz (co-moderator of the AP Coordinator Community). She navigates us through many of the most frequently asked questions and dives deep into the world of transfers. It’s a special laser...

A new version of the three “C’s”… Counselors, Coordinators, and Collection of AP Exam fees. At the top of their game – Casie Wexler (NJ) and Sue Rodriguez (NV) – share best practices and lessons learned with host Derek Kameda. “Experience” is the key word as we hear what goes into their school-level decisions and how process and timing impact their AP program and their AP families. Their successes...

High school counselors shine brightly in education. One of those shining stars – Lezlie Ladd – joins us from the Lone Star state to help us navigate through this new remote-learning, hybrid, pandemic-impacted school year. Our conversation covers a leaky roof, twins remote learning at home, and her amazing AP program. We dive deeply into the some of the most complicated topics for AP coordinators....

Jack of all trades – English teacher, AP coordinator, and (formerly) aspiring rock star – Marc Helgeson shares his long and winding road to Riverside Brookfield High School. His entertaining story features an AP program’s success and the many who helped make it so. How do settings in AP Registration and Ordering impact a fitness routine? How does melodic punk rock relate to being an AP coordinator...

Thanks for joining our first season of Coordinated! We’re planning to drop a new episode at the start of each week to help everyone get settled into the start of school and their AP programs. We have exciting and entertaining interviews with experienced and super-talented AP coordinators ready to go. And we’ll be sharing many best practices, tips and tricks, and inspirational stories to help fend...

Vice-principal and AP coordinator extraordinaire, Dr. Lisa Bonelli shares her journey to Hume-Fogg Academic Magnet High School in Nashville, Tennessee. The laughter-filled story features country music dreams, inspirational educators, and some growing pains along the way. Find out how magic in the castle, debits and credits, and chainsaws all lead to successful management of student accounts and st...