GCPS Students Earn AP Capstone Diplomas and Certificates

     Hundreds of Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS) students have earned the prestigious Advanced Placement (AP) Capstone distinctions, including the AP Capstone Diploma and the AP Seminar and Research Certificate.

     This year, 371 GCPS students from 14 GCPS schools earned the AP Capstone Diploma, while an additional 57 students from 11 GCPS schools received the AP Seminar and Research Certificate, reflecting the district’s continued commitment to academic excellence, critical thinking, and college readiness.

     “Seeing our students earn these AP Capstone distinctions is truly inspiring,” says GCPS Interim Superintendent Dr. Al Taylor. “This work asks them to think critically, and take ownership of their learning—and they’ve risen to that challenge in incredible ways. I’m proud of their commitment and the support from our teachers who guide them every step of the way. Achievements like this show what’s possible when we set high expectations and give students the tools to succeed.”

     The AP Capstone program, developed by the College Board, is a rigorous two-year experience that challenges students to investigate real-world issues, conduct research, collaborate, and present findings. Students who complete AP Seminar, AP Research, and four additional AP exams earn the AP Capstone Diploma. Those completing AP Seminar and AP Research earn the AP Seminar and Research Certificate.

The Gwinnett schools where students earned these AP distinctions include:

AP Capstone Diploma Recipients by School (371 Total)

• Archer High School — 31
• Berkmar High School — 4
• Brookwood High School — 39
• Discovery High School — 4
• Duluth High School — 16
• Gwinnett School of Mathematics, Science, and Technology (GSMST) — 73
• McClure Health Science High School — 9
• Meadowcreek High School — 1
• Mill Creek High School — 37
• North Gwinnett High School — 26
• Parkview High School — 27
• Paul Duke STEM High School — 65
• Peachtree Ridge High School — 15
• Seckinger High School — 24

AP Seminar and Research Certificate Recipients by School (57 Total)

• Archer High School — 1
• Brookwood High School — 5
• Discovery High School — 1
• Duluth High School — 7
• Gwinnett School of Mathematics, Science, and Technology (GSMST) — 1
• Mill Creek High School — 2
• North Gwinnett High School — 1
• Parkview High School — 13
• Paul Duke STEM High School — 13
• Peachtree Ridge High School — 3
• Seckinger High School — 10

Through programs like AP Capstone, GCPS continues to prepare students for success beyond high school by equipping them with essential skills in research, communication, and analysis.