AP Physics

Course Format

• All courses are online, live via Zoom.

• Each week 2 hours of lectures.

Who is this course for

• This course is designed for high school students preparing to take the AP Physics exam who are interested in developing a deep understanding of physical principles and their real-world applications. It is well suited for students interested in engineering, physics, computer science, or other STEM fields. Students should be comfortable with algebra and basic trigonometry; calculus is recommended for AP Physics C.

Difficulty Level

• Advanced

Course Text Books

• College Physics by Serway and Vuille (AP Physics 1 & 2)

• Physics for Scientists and Engineers by Serway and Jewett (AP Physics C)

• Barron’s AP Physics 1 / AP Physics C

• Princeton Review: AP Physics Prep

• AP Physics Course and Exam Description (CED) – College Board

• Instructor-provided practice problems, laboratory materials, and past AP exam questions

Meeting Time (SeptembER 2025 MAY 2026)

• Class Time: Saturday, Eastern time 3:00 to 5:00 PM

Science Bowl

Course Format

• All courses are online, live via Zoom.

• Each week 2 hours of lectures.

Who is this course for

• This course is designed for middle school and high school students who are interested in competitive science, problem-solving, and academic team events. It is suitable for students preparing for Science Bowl competitions, as well as those who want to strengthen their foundational knowledge in biology, chemistry, physics, earth science, and mathematics.

Difficulty Level

• Intermediate

Course Text Books

• Science Bowl Questions and Answers (Official DOE Science Bowl Resources)

• Princeton Review: Cracking the AP Science Exams (Biology, Chemistry, Physics editions as applicable)

• Barron’s AP Biology / Chemistry / Physics

• Conceptual Physics by Paul G. Hewitt (for physics fundamentals)

• Instructor-provided practice questions and past Science Bowl problem sets

Meeting Time (September 2025 January 2026

• Class Time: Sunday, Eastern time 5:30 to 7:30 PM

F=MA

Course Format

• All courses are online, live via Zoom.

• Each week 2 hours of lectures.

Who is this course for

• This course is designed for high school students preparing for the USA Physics Olympiad qualifying exam (F = ma). It is intended for students with a strong interest in physics, mathematics, and competitive problem-solving who want to develop advanced analytical and modeling skills. The course is especially appropriate for students aiming to qualify for the USA Physics Olympiad (USAPhO) or pursue physics, engineering, or related STEM fields at a competitive level.

Difficulty Level

• Advanced/Olympiad level

Course Text Books

• Physics for Scientists and Engineers by Serway and Jewett

• An Introduction to Mechanics by Daniel Kleppner and Robert Kolenkow

• Problems and Solutions in Introductory Mechanics by David Morin

• 200 Puzzling Physics Problems by P. Gnädig, G. Honyek, and K. F. Riley

• Past F = ma and USAPhO problem sets (AAPT)

• Instructor-provided notes and advanced problem collections

Meeting Time (September 2025 January 2026

• Class Time: Sunday, Eastern time 12:00 to 2:00 PM

USABO

Course Format

• All courses are online, live via Zoom.

• Each week 2 hours of lectures.

Who is this course for

• This course is designed for high school students preparing for the USA Biology Olympiad (USABO). It is intended for highly motivated students with a strong interest in biology, life sciences, and competitive academic examinations. The course is ideal for students aiming to qualify for the USABO Semifinal and Final rounds, as well as those planning to pursue biology, medicine, biomedical research, or related STEM fields at a competitive level.

Difficulty Level

• Advanced/Olympiad level

Course Text Books

• Campbell Biology by Urry et al.

• Molecular Biology of the Cell by Alberts et al.

• Lehninger Principles of Biochemistry by Nelson and Cox

• Raven Biology of Plants (for plant biology topics)

• Human Physiology by Vander, Sherman, and Luciano

• Past USABO Open, Semifinal, and Final Exam questions

• Instructor-provided notes, review packets, and advanced problem sets

Meeting Time (September 2025 January 2026)

• Class Time: Sunday, Eastern time 6:00 to 8:00 PM