I need vibes

Well done.

We have a different marking system over here, and we can get one of our grades Excellence, Merit, Achieved or Not Achieved. Gosh that's silly your dad would be "angry" my parents would be proud that I tried my best.

Originally Posted by jcat

A "C" isn't the end of the world. Just tell your father it's better than a "D" or an "F". A "C" is basically "satisfactory". How are you studying for tests? I usually advise my students that it's better to spend 15 minutes a day going over the material for two weeks than "cramming" for two days before the test. Also, many people only remember things if they write them down, so a simple thing like rewriting your class notes might help.

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I have an excellent study guide. I actually did cram this time, even though I did the study guide early.

Originally Posted by consumercity

Please don't feel bad about getting a C. You're an 8th grader taking college level courses! Your dad should be overjoyed and very proud that his daughter is so advanced and gifted.

If it is any consolation, I got straight A's in college-- except Chemistry. I failed Chemistry. I got an F! I wasn't in the 8th grade either, I was in my 20's! My point is that your C is very impressive and your intelligence is obviously at genius level.

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Oh my, not at all. You should hear the things my parents say. They don't even think I'm going to have much of a future. You should see my face right now, I'm blushing like crazy. Thank you so much.

Originally Posted by WellingtonCats

Well done.

We have a different marking system over here, and we can get one of our grades Excellence, Merit, Achieved or Not Achieved. Gosh that's silly your dad would be "angry" my parents would be proud that I tried my best.

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I'm going to tell my dad all the things you guys have said. I only wish my parents would be so proud. Thanks, everyone.

You got a C - ok so you wanted an A - you've got plenty of time to work on that - for now "well done" on getting your C.

Tricia (Jcat) has given you great advice. This is what I tell my students also - work steadily and consistently, practising your knowledge often. It really does work, you get a good, deep understanding of your subject. If you have practise questions, try using those as well.

Keep trying your best - be all that you can be

Originally Posted by flisssweetpea

You got a C

- ok so you wanted an A - you've got plenty of time to work on that - for now "well done" on getting your C.

Tricia (Jcat) has given you great advice. This is what I tell my students also - work steadily and consistently, practising your knowledge often. It really does work, you get a good, deep understanding of your subject. If you have practise questions, try using those as well.

Keep trying your best - be all that you can be

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Okay, I'll try that next time. Thanks for the congrats and encouraging words.

Aww Jenny Honey, sorry I missed this thread. You know I would have sent a trillion million good vibes!!! Your a smart kids and don't you ever forget that!!

Originally Posted by kittylover4ever

Aww Jenny Honey, sorry I missed this thread. You know I would have sent a trillion million good vibes!!! Your a smart kids and don't you ever forget that!!

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*sniff* I know, Susie. Thanks.

Yes, Jenny,
Don't let your parents discourage you... you have great potential, and obviously a wonderful will. Just do you best.. that's all you can do. Don't get the grades for your parents, or so you won't get grounded, get the good grades for you.

I told my dad, and he said:

"A C's not that bad, hon."

Yay! My dad has a heart! (Just kidding)

Oh sweetie!! I hope that you DO know, that you are VERY smart!! I always had a really rough time with studying, as I had a HUGE attention deficit, WAY before they ever had a name for it!! They just told me I was not concentrating and I was looking for attention (which, to be honest, sometimes I WAS, and I would be disruptive in class!!! eekkk!!! ---See, I'm telling on myself, but I am safe to do so now, as I am old enough to be your Mom!!! ) But, as I got older, I found that THE best way for things to stay in my mind, after I studied, was to WRITE IT DOWN!!! I also used those florescent highlighters first. I would highlight the very important things, earlier in the study week. Then, when I was studying for my test, I would write down all those highlighted things. AND, as I was writing it all out, I would read it out loud to myself, and it seemed to stay in my mind SO much better that way!!! --And you know what? MY GRADES WENT UP!!!!!!!!!!! These little tricks of mine, might just work for you too!!
Anyway, just know that a "C" is average. NOT a flunking grade!! So, just keep on going and doing your best, and see what study tricks work best for you, OK?

I also have ADD. Its pretty severe for me.

Jenny, I missed this thread completely. What an ordeal for you, and I'd have sent you mega vibes and prayers had I known. I don't need to repeat what the others have said -- but you've got some good advice there. Most of all believe in yourself and do your best for YOU.