What We Do
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The Advanced Placement Summer Institute® (APSI) is administered by UTSA Professional and Continuing Education (PaCE) and endorsed by the Southwestern Region of the College Board. Our mission is to provide the highest quality of instruction and prepare educators to guide students toward a successful college experience! We work diligently to bring together AP College Board-certified consultants and teachers from around the world to attend the APSI.
UTSA PaCE is now in its sixteenth year conducting the AP Summer Institute. In those years, we have welcomed thousands of educators who are passionate about the profession. We are proud to serve as a learning destination for the educational leaders of our youth.
Last year, the UTSA APSI held twenty-five virtual and in-person workshops and welcomed over 300 educators during the summer sessions. In 2026, UTSA is excited to host both in-person and virtual institutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Live Online Sessions (Synchronous and Asynchronous)
- Synchronous meetings with a live instructor
- Asynchronous coursework to be completed offline
- Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM CST
Daily activities will vary based on the needs of the group. Sessions will be delivered using Canvas and Zoom.
All registered attendees will receive 2026 College Board materials electronically, including the Course Framework, Instructional Information, and Portfolio Exam Information.
Schedule: Tuesday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM CST
Daily activities will vary based on the needs of the group.
All registered attendees will receive 2026 College Board materials, including the Course Framework, Instructional Information, and Portfolio Exam Information.
Participants in online workshops must have:
- Basic computer skills required
- A computer (laptop or desktop) with a webcam and speakers, earbuds, or headphones
- Reliable internet access (wired connection recommended for online exams and assignments)
- Google Chrome browser (recommended)
Note: Internet Explorer and Safari may cause issues when accessing Canvas. If you experience technical difficulties, clear your browser cache or try a different browser. Cameras must remain on during live sessions.
To receive a Certificate of Completion:
- Participants must attend and/or actively participate in all 30 hours of workshop instruction.
- Participants may earn up to 3 Continuing Education Units (CEUs).
- All account balances must be cleared.
We understand that emergencies or unforeseen circumstances may arise. If this occurs, please email your session consultant as soon as possible.
Summer 2026 Registration Fee: $650
Cancellation and Substitution Fee: $70
Purchase Orders and checks must be made payable to:UTSA Professional and Continuing Education
501 W. César E. Chávez Blvd.
Frio Street Building, FS 4.450
San Antonio, TX 78207
A copy of your approved Purchase Order must be submitted upon completing registration. Please email a PDF copy to apsi@utsa.edu.
Note: A Purchase Order (PO) secures your seat in the workshop but does not clear your balance until payment is received.
Registrants may cancel their registration by logging into their College Board Educator Professional Login (EPL) account. If eligible for a refund, a $70 cancellation fee will be deducted from the registration fee.
Credit card refunds may take 3-5 business days to process and post to the account. Check refunds may take approximately 30 business days.
June 15-18, 2026
Monday - Thursday
Virtual Classroom
Registration is currently closed.
African American Studies
New and Experienced Teachers
Consultant: Carl Brown
Art and Design
Experienced Teachers
Consultant: Quiquia Mclilly Calhoun
AP Art History
New and Experienced Teachers
Consultant: Doug Darracott
Biology
Experienced Teachers
Consultant: Melissa Cuellar
Calculus AB/BC
New and Experienced Teachers
Consultant: Omar Chavez
Chemistry
New and Experienced Teachers
Consultant: Jennifer Cambre
Economics Macro/Micro
New & Experienced Teachers
Consultant: David Mayer
English Literature and Composition
Experienced Teachers
Consultant: Margaret Bailey
European History
New & Experienced Teachers
Consultant: Kathryn Metcalfe
Human Geography
Experienced Teachers
Consultant: Amanda Killough
Spanish Language and Culture
Experienced Teachers
Consultant: Alma Gonzalez
Spanish Literature and Culture
Experienced Teachers
Consultant: Santos Gutierrez
U.S. History
New and Experienced Teachers
Consultant: Michael Hjort
June 22-25, 2026
Monday - Thursday
Virtual Classroom
Registration is currently closed.
Art and Design
New Teachers
Consultant: Quiquia Mclilly Calhoun
English Language and Composition
New Teachers
Consultant: Angela Dorman
Government and Politics
New and Experienced Teachers
Consultant: Pamela Lamb
Human Geography
New Teachers
Consultant: Amanda Killough
Precalculus
New and Experienced Teachers
Consultant: Stephanie Keys
Psychology
New and Experienced Teachers
Consultant: Tricia Castellanos
Spanish Language and Culture
New Teachers
Consultant: Alma Gonzalez
World History
New Teachers
Consultant: Juan Carlos De Leon
June 23-26, 2026
Tuesday - Friday
Main Campus
Registration is currently closed.
Biology
New and Experienced Teachers
Consultant: Melissa Cuellar
Serving Educators Since 2010
UTSA APSI workshops are open enrollment to the community. Workshops offer the opportunity for educators to learn from subject matter experts and network with fellow practitioners.
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Meet Your Team
PaCE's values of Innovation, Accessbility and Excellence are realized through a future-focused, dedicated team of specialists with a combined 43 years of higher education experience.
Martha Gutierrez Saul
Director
UTSA Alumnus, ‘Marty’, oversees the coordination and execution of all APSI workshops at the university. Marty is coordinating her thirteenth APSI in 2024.
Valerie Martinez
Program Coordinator
Valerie coordinates APSI registration and designs customer service campaigns. Summer 2024 will be Valerie's tenth APSI. She is ready to answer your questions!
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