Besides a rigorous Common-Core rooted curriculum, VCA also offers College Board AP courses to eligible students.  The Advanced Placement curriculum offers a demanding introductory college-level course that prepares students not only for the demands of higher-ordered thinking required for college but also for the national AP exams.  Students who score a “3” or higher may be eligible for college credit depending on the requirements and policies of individual colleges and universities.   Interested students must submit an application to the appropriate department and be interviewed by the AP Coordinator to be considered for the program.  parents and students should note that there are fees for each AP exam a student wishes to take.