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


July 8, 2025
By Ms. Christine Tyler, Social Studies Faculty, NTLC Volunteer Adviser In the heart of North Tulsa, where vibrant community spirit meets a passion for equity, a quiet revolution in education is underway. The North Tulsa Learning Center (NTLC) is not just a place for academic tutoring—it’s a thriving hub of mentorship, empowerment, and opportunity. Founded in the 2021–2022 school year, NTLC was born from a vision shared by the sister parishes of St. Monica and St. Augustine, along with members of the Bishop Kelley High School community. These leaders came together in the spring of 2021 to confront educational disparities and respond directly to the needs of the Tulsa community. What started as a grassroots initiative has blossomed into a dynamic, student-powered program that bridges more than just achievement gaps—it bridges communities. At its core, NTLC offers free, student-led tutoring in reading and math for K–8 students, serving as a lifeline for young learners in underrepresented neighborhoods. But it’s more than tutoring; it’s a movement toward academic growth and socio-demographic equity.
July 8, 2025
TULSA — A lifelong Tulsa educator has been nominated for the 2025-26 Lumen Christi Award presented each year by the Catholic Extension Society. Christine Tyler is a model for setting a positive tone and loving your neighbor as yourself. As a history and social studies teacher at Bishop Kelley High School in Tulsa — coincidentally, named after Catholic Extension Society's founder and the Diocese of Tulsa's second bishop, Francis Clement Kelley — she sees each student through the eyes of God. She is highly regarded by her students for her unwavering mentorship well beyond the classroom. But her passion doesn't stop there-it shines in her work toward North Tulsa Learning Center's mission to empower students and bridge the achievement gap among K-8 youth from north Tulsa's underrepresented areas. Tutors and volunteers at NTLC are moved by Mark 12:31 in their work for young learners: "You shall love your neighbor as yourself." The center launched collaboratively in 2021 between leaders from two northside parishes — St. Monica and St. Augustine — and Bishop Kelley High School to provide free tutoring in reading and math. Tyler has been instrumental in creating a more accessible program in the last few years. Since its inception, NTC hosts monthly STEM, athletics and fine arts activities with nearly 100 Bishop Kelley students contributing more than 500 hours of service annually — a testament to Tyler's role in building bridges between the school and Tulsa neighborhood communities. Her impact is also felt outside academics. She actively supports the faith by incorporating Catholic values into her teaching and playing piano at school Masses. Bishop of Tulsa David A. Konderla commended Tyler's tireless work. Read more about her work with the North Tulsa Learning Center HERE. About Catholic Extension Society: Founded in 1905, Catholic Extension Society works in solidarity with people to build up vibrant and transformative Catholic faith communities among the poor in the poorest regions of America. For more information visit www.catholicextension.org ; follow on Facebook at: facebook.com/catholicextension or on X at @CathExtension. About the Lumen Christi Award: Since its inception in 1978, the Lumen Christi Award, Catholic Extension Society’s highest honor, has been given annually to people who radiate and reveal the light of Christ present in the communities where they serve. This year’s 41 nominees are individuals and institutions who lead others closer to God and transform communities. They have been nominated for this award by their bishop because their stories showcase the mission of the Church in action. Each nominee will receive $1,500 to benefit their ministry. From this group of finalists, the Lumen Christi Award honoree will be named in the fall, along with a $100,000 prize. ($50,000 to their nominating diocese and $50,000 to advance the honoree’s ministry).