cricket3 - you were very kind to explain so carefully what your kids experienced. Thank you. I am going to attempt to talk with DD about AP classes as what you write and what I have heard from others is similar. I need her to understand that she will not be able to wing it, and MUST get more organized. While she manages her disorganization (ADHD) so much better, she has a long way to go. I know I read somewhere else about summer reading for AP classes. I plan to ask one of the English teachers about that although it would not upset DD because she tends to be an introvert anyway and hang out in her room. Again, thank you for your thoughtful reply.