Submitted by Julie Hazard/Students who receive an average grade of at least 3.5 on all AP exams taken and a grade of 3 or higher on five or more AP exams are designated AP scholars with distinction. Oakcrest High School’s are, from left, Daniel Heckmann, Amber Kell, James Townley, Emily Ding, George Schieder, Schuyler Devos, Theodore Price, Michael Giovinco and Nick Murphy.

The Oakcrest High School guidance department recognized students identified as AP scholars by the College Board for their performance on the spring 2012 advanced placement program tests. The College Board recognizes several levels of achievement for students who take advanced placement college-level courses in high school. Students can earn college credit, advanced placement or both for successful performance on the exams.