2024 Bishop Kelley Advanced Placement Excellence

July 25, 2024

Seventy-four Bishop Kelley students were recently named AP Scholars through their demonstrated excellence in the Advanced Placement (AP) program. 


Thirty-six of these students were named as AP Scholars with Distinction.  The accolade is granted to students who receive an average score of at least 3.5 on all AP Exams taken, and scores of 3 or higher on five or more of the exams.  This is the highest recognition the College Board offers through the AP program. 

 

In addition, thirty-two Bishop Kelley students were named AP Scholars with Honors.  These awards are granted to students who receive an average score of at least 3.25 on all AP Exams taken, and scores of 3 or higher on four or more of these exams.


Another thirty-eight  students have been designated AP Scholars, granted to students who receive an average score of at least 3.5 on all AP Exams taken, and scores of 3 or higher on five or more of these exams.


Two hundred and seventy-five Bishop Kelley students took a record 605 AP exams in May, 2024 with an extraordinary 82% scoring “3” or higher. 


Twenty percent of Bishop Kelley test takers scored the highest possible “5” on their exams, the equivalent of “Extremely Well Qualified” according to the College Board which administers the international testing.  A “5” equates to an A+ or A in college level classes.  Internationally, only 9% of all tests earn a “5” score.


Another thirty-three percent of Bishop Kelley students scored at the second highest tier, a “4,” equal to ”Very well Qualified,” a level only achieved by twenty percent of all testers.


The record number of exams for Bishop Kelley students cover a wide range of disciplines including science, math, English, social studies, fine arts, world languages and business.  The largest number of tests for Bishop Kelley students included one hundred and one AP English Language and Composition students, followed by ninety students who took the AP United States Government test, fifty-five who took the AP United States History exam and fifty-one who took the AP English Literature exam. 


AP exams are scored on a scale of 1-5 with a “passing” score considered to be a “3” or higher.  Bishop Kelley offers students AP exams in nineteen different subject areas.  AP tests, developed by college and university professors, are considered among the most rigorous college-preparatory exams for high school students today.


Bishop Kelley AP Scholars with Distinction

  • Vaibhav Aggarwal
  • Charlie Bagley
  • Arianna J. Brasseux
  • Peyton B. Coburn
  • Micah Cutsinger
  • McCaleb L. Doyle
  • Ryder A. Drummond
  • Camden E. Gehring
  • Lucy C. Gentry
  • Noah T. Hart
  • Sophia M. Hassany
  • Jordan L. Herman
  • Brayden B. Hughes
  • Dylan M. Huntley
  • Nora G. Lee
  • Elisabeth A. McIntosh
  • Meredith A. Mitchell
  • Sally K. Murrah
  • James E. Nelson
  • Angelina T. Nguyen
  • Gavin Nguyen
  • Quynh-Nhu M. Nguyen
  • Natalia Ochoa
  • Ethan Perkins
  • Luke Perkins
  • Jackson Powers
  • Cooper D. Rury
  • Channing S. Smith II
  • Giavanna R. Smith
  • Maggie A. Stewart
  • Emmanuelle J. Swiney
  • Rowan A. Talley
  • Divya C. Thomas
  • Jaden C. Trinh
  • Lauren Weil
  • Grace T. Wells


Bishop Kelley AP Scholars with Honors

  • Elysia Anderson
  • Halle S. Anderson
  • Anne Blankenship
  • Juliet M. Cannon
  • Anne E. Chapin
  • Faith C. Chernisky
  • David W. Danz
  • Ava L. Ford
  • Joseph A. Gareis
  • Julia S. Godwin
  • Matthew J. Gogol
  • Julia H. Grisaffe
  • Krystal C. Gutierrez
  • Evan M. Hathaway
  • James H. Hillman
  • Amelia R. Johnson
  • Everett C. Johnston
  • Connor T. Kelley
  • Keira L. Koenigsknecht
  • Ana M. Kuehler
  • Lauren M. Leake
  • Camryn Liechti
  • Eleanor R. McDermott
  • Berkley R. Means
  • Nicholas J. Modovsky
  • Finley G. Munn
  • Tinley M. Murphy
  • Elizabeth L. Nguyen
  • Makenzie B. Pohlenz
  • Luis Raab
  • Jocelyn P. Ross
  • Veronica C. Sousa


Bishop Kelley AP Scholars

  • Sophia M. Anderson
  • Tycen R. Armour
  • Nickolas S. Chirchirillo
  • Emily Clower
  • Isaac R. Dailey
  • Ellen O. Dale
  • Anna S. Donathan
  • Anthony W. Dunham
  • Malana L. Eureste
  • Beau A. Goodwin
  • William R. Hennessee
  • Ellyce M. Hughes
  • Robert T. Jones
  • Vinny J. Jones
  • Max Kacere
  • Michael Karbowski
  • Kate H. Klimisch
  • Thaison H. Luu
  • Madelyn R. Lynch
  • Emily A. Magness
  • Madeline G. Mellen
  • Olivia N. Miles
  • Sara N. Miller-Laquerre
  • Ashby L. Miller
  • Ella G. Miller
  • Isaac Oliphant
  • Daniel Papa
  • Andrew D. Pipal
  • Anthony T. Pollard
  • Emma Rasor
  • Sam Rhoades
  • Katherine S. Riley
  • Violet Ritchie
  • Elizabeth M. Rooker
  • Ethan T. Tran
  • Lily Tran
  • William X. VanTrease
  • Connor R. Williams


April 1, 2025
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March 5, 2025
TULSA, OK – March 5, 2025 – Bishop Kelley High School is excited to announce that David Alexander has joined the BK community as the new Offensive Line Coach and Math Faculty member for the 2025-2026 school year. With a wealth of experience in both education and football, Alexander brings a unique combination of skills to the school, enhancing both the athletic program and the academic environment. Alexander’s impressive career spans decades of football excellence, both as a player in the National Football League (NFL) and as a coach in the af2 arena football league and at the high school level. He was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in 1987, playing for the team until 1994. During his time in the NFL, Alexander showcased his versatility by playing all five offensive line positions, starting 110 of 126 games. After retiring from professional football, Alexander turned his focus to coaching and education. In recent years, Alexander has served as a high school math teacher and football coach at Jenks Public Schools, where he made significant contributions to the school's football program. As a Special Teams Coordinator, he helped lead Jenks to a District and State Championship in 2021 while also teaching Algebra 2/ELL and Newcomer Algebra 1. He also has extensive coaching experience at Broken Arrow High School, where he served as Head Football Coach and Assistant Athletic Director, helping lead the team to a 6A-1 State Championship in 2018 and multiple district titles. “I am incredibly excited to join the Bishop Kelley community,” said Alexander. “My passion for coaching and teaching has always been driven by a desire to make a positive impact on young people’s lives. I look forward to contributing to the success of both the Bishop Kelley football program and students in the classroom.” In addition to his teaching and coaching career, Alexander has earned numerous accolades, including being inducted into the Broken Arrow Athletic Hall of Fame and the Tulsa University Athletic Hall of Fame. He has also received prestigious awards including the Ed Block Courage Award with the Philadelphia Eagles and the Philadelphia Sports Writers Association Humanitarian of the Year award. Alexander’s professional involvement extends beyond football, having served on the boards of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and the Jenks Foundation Auction, among others. “It’s rare to find an individual who is as stellar in the classroom as he is on the field. Coach Alexander is a fantastic addition to our Math Department, said BK Principal Jim Franz. “ We know he will have a lasting impact on both our students and student-athletes.” “We are thrilled to have Coach Alexander join the Comet community,” said Bishop Kelley Athletic Director Lance Parks. “His background, both as a former NFL player and a seasoned coach, is a tremendous asset to our athletics program. His passion for football, commitment to student development, and dedication to excellence in education make him a valuable addition to Bishop Kelley High School.” About Bishop Kelley School Bishop Kelley School is a Catholic diocesan high school located in Tulsa, Oklahoma, which focuses on preparing students' hearts and minds for a purposeful life, for college and beyond. Founded in 1960, the school offers a rigorous academic curriculum, a wide range of extracurricular activities, and a deep commitment to spiritual formation. Bishop Kelley strives to educate the whole person, empowering students to become responsible, faith-filled leaders in their communities. Media Contact: Candace Maggard Manager of Marketing and Communications Bishop Kelley High School Phone: (918) 609-7143 Email: cmaggard@bishopkelley.org Website: www.bishopkelley.org