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I’m having the same problem with Physics…My plan is to sttudy really hard and pass the final with a really high grade to offset the failing grades I’ve gotten this quarter. My questions to you are, Have you taken your finals yet? and Have you been failing all year or just a quarter, or what?

Is there tutoring programs in your school or someone who’s really good at chemistry that can help you study hard for the final? If your final grade is awesome that could really help bring your grade up.

Also, you should relax. The more you stress yourself out, the less you’ll be able to concentrate on studying and getting that grade you need. Are you worried about your college seeing your report card or your final transcript? Because usually the school averages the four quarters…If you did well the first two, that could also help bring up your final grade.

Stop focusing on what you DON’T want. The universe doesn’t know the difference between what you want and don’t want, it just responds to the energy you put into thinking and feeling about something. So start focusing on getting there. Talk to your chem teacher. Ask him/her about extra credit projects or anything you can do about getting a better grade. you might be surprised what they have to offer.

Wow, naina that was really good. I completely forgot about extra credit. My physics teacher doesn’t give that :(…a-hole. But yeah, I agree with naina.

Is the subject matter hard for you or did you just not apply yourself as you should have. Its good you want to further your education so I’m going to hit on a different angle that needs to be addressed.

I don’t know what field you plan to pursue a degree in, but college is not like high school. You are more individually responsible for your studying and course work. If you plan to pursue a degree in engineering or physics or some area of math or science, the courses are a lot harder in college. There is no one to push you to study or do your work except you.

When you get past this point & you do get into SFSU, somewhere you need to learn to really apply yourself to make it through college. College and being independent is fun, but you also need to learn to be responsible and commit to good study and work habits. You say you screw up alot & think of how this may affect your college work. Always remember if you are having a hard time in a certain course, you can get a tutor or study group to help you through it.

You’re at the end of high school. Enjoy what is left. Do as Nainachick suggests & talk to your teacher to see if there is a way to raise your grade. If you show you really want it, some teachers will work with you.

Good luck & when you get to SFSU in the fall (I’m being positive for you), study and do your course work requirements.

Take care.