The emphasis of the class is on an: overview of the curriculum as published by College Board,* the participation of teachers in setting up as many of the twelve labs, running of the labs and evaluation of the labs as time permits and a discussion on preparation for the exam itself. There is also a technology component to the course and an afternoon in the computer lab that explores possible assignments and web sites that are useful. Teachers are asked to participate in making a classroom presentation to the group on something that they have had success with in their classes. This presentation does not have to be “AP* level” it can be from a pre-AP* class. One of the most important aspects of the summer experience is forming a network of people with whom you can communicate as you teach the course and have questions or problems during the year.

Annie Bosacker is a Visiting Professor of Biology at Carleton College. Her research focuses on the wild baboons of Gombe, a Tanzanian park made famous by Jane Goodall and her work with chimpanzees. Annie's work centers on the evolutionary history of the primate body's response to stress and the interplay between stress and social behaviors. Annie has also developed and taught a successful AP* biology curriculum. She looks forward to teaming up with veteran AP* teacher Ann Griffin and working with another fantastic group of biology teachers.

Ann Griffin, a native and resident of Richmond Virginia, she has taught in area public schools and for the last thirty-eight years at The Collegiate School in Richmond. She has served on state committees including: Virginia Junior Academy of Science committee, and The Fralin Biotechnology Center’s Educational Consortium at Virginia Tech. Associated with College Board* she has been a reader and consultant for: one day teacher workshops, student AP* Bio Review sessions, and week long workshops both in the southern region and abroad. She has received grants for research or equipment from the Department of Energy, an Arthur Brinkley Grant for Teaching Excellence, and an Alumni Grant for Teaching Excellence. She was the first recipient of The Massey Chair for Science Teaching and a recipient of 2002 Siemens AP* Teacher Award. She is currently working with the National Science and Math Initiative through the Virginia advanced studies strategies program.