Get Ahead in AP Calculus® (2025-26)
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About
In this series we will be going over the AP Calculus AB/BC curriculum in a lecture-style format. This series is perfect for anyone taking AP Calculus in the upcoming school year as we'll work to completely understand and master the major topics (some fun/exciting ones too!). The goal of this series is to help you feel confident and spend time understanding the fundamentals that are needed to get that 5 on the AP Exam.
I taught a similar series last summer and honestly it was such a fun time as all of us as a group got to understand and solidify the concepts. You can view last year's material here- http://ap-calc-sbc.netlify.app. There will be new lecture notes and problem sets this summer, so feel free to go ahead and look through the site ahead of time.
Course structure: Instead of using existing lecture notes or following the order of the AP Calc curriculum, I have optimized the structure of our sessions so that we maximize the time learning important concepts and for understanding them. At the end, you will end up learning majority of the course. And by doing the practice problem sets (discussed later), you could master the entire curriculum.
Lecture Notes: These will be posted in advance of about 2-3 sessions. You do not have to worry about printing them as they would be very minimal and I promote the idea of writing as I go so we all can stay at a good pace. Please write along as I do so that you can take the complete benefit of our sessions.
Practice Problem Set and Homework: While each session will be done with the assumption that you haven't done the practice problems, they are still there for your benefit. However, in my many semesters of being in calculus classes, those who grind practice problems are the most successful. There is almost a direct correlation.
Questions/Talk to me: I will dedicate my time to entirely ensuring that every student in my session is able to understand the concepts completely. I will always be available to ensure that you understand the concepts and practice problems. And if you have any other questions about high school, college admissions, etc, feel free to let me know!
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Hi, I'm Ammar, a Sophomore at Emory University! I am currently pursuing a double major in Mathematics and Chemistry. While probably the hardest mix I could do, but its all about taking a challenge. Challenges are a key to our success, and that is what my goal at Schoolhouse. I want you to feel good after accomplishing your challenges. What was hard yesterday, is your strength today. So whether it be academics, college, high school or what not, feel free to reach out! I will do everything i can to make sure we succeed together. Your question is our mission.
✋ ATTENDANCE POLICY
Please try your ultimate best to attend every session, and let me know if you would have to miss a session so that we can work out how to cover the content for what you would've missed.
SESSION 1
15
Jul
SESSION 1
AP Calculus
AP Calculus
Tue 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM UTCJul 15, 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM UTC
Session 1: Understanding Limits and Their Notation
Covering Module 1 – We begin by exploring the fundamental concept of a limit. You’ll learn to interpret limits in both analytical and graphical forms and represent them using proper notation. This session sets the tone for the rest of the course.
SESSION 2
16
Jul
SESSION 2
AP Calculus
AP Calculus
Wed 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM UTCJul 16, 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM UTC
Session 2: Graphical and Tabular Limits
Covering Module 1 & 2 – In this session, we deepen our understanding of limits by estimating them from graphs and tables, including one-sided and infinite limits. You’ll also examine asymptotic behavior and limits at infinity.
SESSION 3
17
Jul
SESSION 3
AP Calculus
AP Calculus
Thu 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM UTCJul 17, 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM UTC
Session 3: Algebraic Limits & Transition to Derivatives
Covering Module 2 (and previewing Module 4) – We wrap up our limits unit by using algebraic tools to solve more complex limit problems and determine when limits don’t exist. Then, we’ll start exploring how these ideas transition naturally into the concept of a derivative.
SESSION 4
21
Jul
SESSION 4
AP Calculus
AP Calculus
Mon 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM UTCJul 21, 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM UTC
Session 4: Average Rate of Change and the Definition of the Derivative
Covering Module 4 – We formally define the derivative using limits and difference quotients. You’ll begin to see how the derivative captures instantaneous rate of change and practice computing derivatives from first principles.
SESSION 5
22
Jul
SESSION 5
AP Calculus
AP Calculus
Tue 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM UTCJul 22, 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM UTC
Session 5: Derivative Rules and Power Rule
Covering Module 5 – This session focuses on computing derivatives efficiently using rules for powers, constants, sums, and differences. You’ll build fluency with these foundational skills and apply them to familiar functions.
SESSION 6
23
Jul
SESSION 6
AP Calculus
AP Calculus
Wed 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM UTCJul 23, 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM UTC
Session 6: Product, Quotient, and Chain Rules
Covering Module 5 & 6 – We’ll expand your derivative toolbox with product, quotient, and chain rules. These rules are essential for tackling more complex functions and preparing for real-world applications.
SESSION 7
24
Jul
SESSION 7
AP Calculus
AP Calculus
Thu 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM UTCJul 24, 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM UTC
Session 7: Connecting Derivatives with Continuity
Covering Module 6 – This session explores the deep connection between derivatives and continuity. You’ll learn how to determine where functions are differentiable and understand that differentiability implies continuity.
SESSION 8
26
Jul
SESSION 8
Office Hours
Office Hours
Sat 5:00 PM - 5:45 PM UTCJul 26, 5:00 PM - 5:45 PM UTC
As requested by a student in our session- we'll go over Module 4 & 5: Introduction to Derivatives and Techniques to finding Derivatives. Essentially a recap of Session 6 content.
SESSION 9
28
Jul
SESSION 9
AP Calculus
AP Calculus
Mon 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM UTCJul 28, 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM UTC
Session 8: Analyzing Functions with Derivatives
Covering Module 7 – We’ll begin applying derivatives to analyze functions—identifying intervals of increase/decrease, finding local extrema, and interpreting the first and second derivative tests. These tools are powerful for sketching graphs and solving optimization problems.
SESSION 10
29
Jul
SESSION 10
AP Calculus
AP Calculus
Tue 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM UTCJul 29, 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM UTC
Continuing Module 5 & 6 – We’ll expand your derivative toolbox with product, quotient, and chain rules. These rules are essential for tackling more complex functions and preparing for real-world applications. And beginning to work our way into Module 7 so that we can analyze functions using derivatives.
SESSION 11
30
Jul
SESSION 11
AP Calculus
AP Calculus
Wed 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM UTCJul 30, 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM UTC
Continuing Module 5 & 6 – We'll review the chain rule and begin to look at differentiability and inverse derivatives. And beginning to work our way into Module 7 so that we can analyze functions using derivatives.
SESSION 12
31
Jul
SESSION 12
AP Calculus
AP Calculus
Thu 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM UTCJul 31, 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM UTC
Begin Module 7 – We'll begin to analyze functions using the techniques we've learned to derivate functions. And learn to define some common terms- local minima, local maxima, extreme/global minimum, extreme/global maxima, critical points, inflection points, ranges of increasing, ranges of decreasing etc.
SESSION 13
4
Aug
SESSION 13
AP Calculus
AP Calculus
Mon 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM UTCAug 4, 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM UTC
Continuing Module 7 - We will continue to look at the ideas of finding critical points, ranges of increasing, ranges of decreasing- while at the same time understanding open and closed intervals and how they apply to what we know.
SESSION 14
5
Aug
SESSION 14
AP Calculus
AP Calculus
Tue 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM UTCAug 5, 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM UTC
Finishing Module 7 - We will end off with the 2nd derivative test and do some practice FRQs (separate from the Module 7 notes) to solidify our understanding of the concepts.
SESSION 15
6
Aug
SESSION 15
AP Calculus
AP Calculus
Wed 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM UTCAug 6, 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM UTC
Begin Module 8 - The last module of our series! We will begin to look at finding the area under the curve using Riemann sums, and the different different Riemann sums approximations.
SESSION 16
7
Aug
SESSION 16
AP Calculus
AP Calculus
Thu 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM UTCAug 7, 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM UTC
Continuing Module 8: We will begin with an exercise problem from yesterday's notes practice problems, then talk about definite integrals more, and move into Riemann sums to begin approximating area's under the curve.
SESSION 17
11
Aug
SESSION 17
AP Calculus
AP Calculus
Mon 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM UTCAug 11, 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM UTC
Continuing Module 8: We will define the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus I and Fundamental Theorem of Calculus II. And move into U-substitution for a bit (Module 9). There will be practice given for this to have completed before Wednesday.
SESSION 18
13
Aug
SESSION 18
AP Calculus
AP Calculus
Wed 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM UTCAug 13, 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM UTC
Continuing Module 9: We will review U-substitution and begin looking at long division and completing the square techniques for finding the integral. There will be practice given to have completed before Saturday.
SESSION 19
16
Aug
SESSION 19
AP Calculus
AP Calculus
Sat 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM UTCAug 16, 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM UTC
Module 10: We will learn to find the area between two curves. And review everything we've talked about this whole week.
SESSION 20
18
Aug
SESSION 20
AP Calculus
AP Calculus
Mon 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM UTCAug 18, 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM UTC
Module 11: We will take a step back and look through the mean value theorem, connecting the idea of differentiation to distance, speed/velocity and acceleration. And take some time to look at Implicit Differentiation.
SESSION 21
20
Aug
SESSION 21
AP Calculus
AP Calculus
Wed 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM UTCAug 20, 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM UTC
Going over topics as suggested by the learners!
SESSION 22
6
Sep
SESSION 22
Office Hours
Office Hours
Sat 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM UTCSep 6, 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM UTC
First Calculus Office Hours: This is a placeholder here as I'll probably move it into a separate series, but just an idea of how the Saturday office hours will move forward with.