# August AP CSP Insider: Prepare for the School Year! Published: 2026-08-20 Category: Newsletter Category URL: https://codehs.com/blog/category/newsletter Tags: codehs, Course Insider, AP CSP, Computer Science Tag URLs: codehs (https://codehs.com/blog/tag/codehs), Course Insider (https://codehs.com/blog/tag/course-insider), AP CSP (https://codehs.com/blog/tag/ap-csp), Computer Science (https://codehs.com/blog/tag/computer-science) URL: https://codehs.com/blog/august-ap-csp-insider-prepare-for-the-school-year ## **Back to School Checklist** Ready for a smooth start to the school year? Walk through our 5-step checklist to easily set up your sections, explore new courses, and get your CodeHS classroom ready to go. Visit the Checklist * * * ## **AP CSP in Python (Refreshed 2026) Is Here** The refreshed version of AP Computer Science Principles in Python that we previewed last spring is now available in the course catalog for the 2026-27 school year. This refresh builds on the existing course with improved autograders, clearer assignments, and more opportunities for students to practice core Python concepts. If you taught the previous version, the course structure will feel familiar. The updates focus on making assignments and feedback clearer for students. If you're setting up a new Python section this fall, look for **AP Computer Science Principles in Python (Refreshed 2026)** in the catalog, and take a look at the [**updated syllabus**](https://codehs.intercom-mail.com/via/e?ob=IXWqgOycG5txLL6d9R1LamuEiEC7XvJATFguwWMjzEDbuf1xmf6LP2TFY%2F%2BO2Fk4&h=b53169cf968d822a9b342cb23e4776126733fb4d-x13jbr4h_preview96172765) as you plan. You can follow ongoing improvements on the [**CodeHS changelog**](https://codehs.intercom-mail.com/via/e?ob=zI7RF5s4lnc80EoKj%2Fd5gOhgORNCkUNnV530vyIVfrY%3D&h=59fb236bd3a00712524ec0554a58693c8ab0ee2c-x13jbr4h_preview96172765). Explore the Course Catalog * * * ## **How to Pace Your AP Course** As you think about planning out the school year, make sure to leave enough time for each unit and time to review and complete the Create Task. The syllabus can be a great resource to help you plan out the year. Each syllabus offers an estimate of how long each unit will take. Keep in mind that these are only estimates and some classes will move a little faster or slower through some of the units. If you are finding yourself falling a little behind, consider skipping one or more of the practice Performance Tasks (PT), especially early on as the PT skills are still forming. View the syllabi here: * * * ## **Looking Ahead: AP CSP Course Updates** You may have heard from the College Board about planned changes to AP Computer Science Principles for the 2027-28 school year, including AI-focused content, a new AI Design Project, updates to the programming project, and changes to the AP Exam. These changes do not affect the course you're teaching this year. You can plan your year using the current course and exam framework. Our team is actively monitoring College Board announcements and following the framework's development closely. As with previous AP updates, we intend to offer an aligned AP CSP course along with the resources, professional development, and implementation support you need. We'll share more as details are finalized. Read the Full Update * * * ## **Free PD This September** Free, virtual, and open to teachers of every experience level. **AP CSP Checklist** Sep 10 · 3:30 PM CT **→** [**RSVP**](https://codehs.intercom-mail.com/via/e?ob=KkZ%2F4we6Zh55ylibRpIqZziYnR4fmL4Nc3w0scfBFPBLTxOOwFgAvEWXMgU9TsHGOELRtm2l%2FjPgDKvQ20q7TmGg2i6tJphDLYMgwwbuXv8KRzhgGov69HFmJSl%2Fts%2FP&h=42dfe96ae3fcc59df86f53ad1b48207f308a3f3a-x13jbr4h_preview96172765) **Teaching with AI: Tools and Strategies for the New School Year** Sep 15 · 3:30 PM CT **→** [**RSVP**](https://codehs.intercom-mail.com/via/e?ob=pCBZYY2dE7Fho1QG0%2F5WLU3Ozok4ZDgt8zo%2B%2BZ5W4EFztniAZQbp8LHGJWa8w0gqUa058h9nHJywWDDGpON%2BZhpbIxWYTUm1L%2BF9fmQw5TkyLf%2BjRj4wkhCurkVkoRtj&h=dc4f76befc51ce29e2113388bf70bcc876bd4cfb-x13jbr4h_preview96172765) **Start Your First Year Teaching with CodeHS** Sep 1 · 3:30 PM CT **→** [**RSVP**](https://codehs.intercom-mail.com/via/e?ob=yJ6ctgU3wEyf40UduQ1QoZ239YOJCxL3dLr3bGU7wvbIsGGyhqIKfVzhvhUGnViAWdUZTGUAhvsTugqVIkYavGZJkqwfIRYweimg5iTOyxKTTs4bWR1QiSAnS31qtcIb&h=909ea47c0bc6e3e95c9caa0fac5924833c9b70aa-x13jbr4h_preview96172765) [**View the Full List of Webinars**](https://codehs.intercom-mail.com/via/e?ob=ZuaKX1jqEi1X3WkPLZ1ZRKroQn%2FhkfcDcuzNLnnpTkE%3D&h=68f7fad1e47f57cc5d2f14c9492889f8cfa64762-x13jbr4h_preview96172765) * * * ## **AP Results Survey** We're always working to improve our AP Computer Science curriculum, and your feedback is incredibly helpful. Please share how your students performed on the 2026 AP exams by completing this short survey — just summary counts, no individual data. Your input helps us evaluate course effectiveness and guide future improvements. Fill Out the Survey * * * ## **CodeHS Teaching Cohorts** CodeHS is offering professional learning cohorts for the 2026-27 school year, supporting educators with guided learning, classroom strategies, and a collaborative community. There's still time to join us! Register before our next round of live sessions, the week of September 14th. Sign Up Today * * * ## Organize Your AP CSP Sections With Pro Student Groups, plagiarism reports, and Code Replay come with CodeHS Pro. Upgrade to Pro * * * ## **Get Involved** - [**Join the CodeHS Facebook Group**](https://codehs.intercom-mail.com/via/e?ob=DDsbVZtl18wDIfzrw5fiuoiL%2BoguIJm3CDxgrZMyuchaPr6l2MgQW3fHOJysIWYC&h=d082814f2fd0a4d661497f9678d2f2bb256360fb-x13jbr4h_preview96172765) - [**Attend a Free CodeHS PD**](https://codehs.intercom-mail.com/via/e?ob=ZuaKX1jqEi1X3WkPLZ1ZRKroQn%2FhkfcDcuzNLnnpTkE%3D&h=68f7fad1e47f57cc5d2f14c9492889f8cfa64762-x13jbr4h_preview96172765) - Have something to share in a future insider? Email [**support@codehs.com**](mailto:support@codehs.com) --- This blog is powered by Superblog. Visit https://superblog.ai to know more. ---