how do i keep my grades up?

Question

how do i keep my grades up i mean i study and everything but there never seems to be enough time to study a lot...i do most of my homework and then i am always under a lot of stress more then any kid i know even my friendds think so i need tips to help me!! i mean i am a c average student but i know i can do better!!! i need tips to help me

Answer 1

most important thing ... turn everything in ON TIME

second most important thing ... figure out your teachers and what they want

third ... study smart by using your notes and make sure your notes are organized, focus on what you know your teachers are going to ask

this is also a biggie ... ask for help ... it's what teachers are there for :-) We tend to look favorably upon students who aren't too embarrassed to talk to us

Answer 2

Well, the first thing I recommend is taking a few deep breaths. You can study for hours upon hours and if you are not remembering what you studied or really focusing, then it is not going to help you out much. If I knew what you were studying, I could give you more specific suggestions. A few ideas when studying things like history, literature, social studies, science, and so forth. When reading materials make yourself some sort of graphic organizer to assist with remembering key facts. For instance, when reading novels, write down the main characters, details about each character, information about the plot, the setting and so forth. The important part is that you have something to refer back too.

Be sure to study a bit EVERYDAY. Dont wait until 2 or 3 days before to start cramming information. If your having difficulties with memorizing facts, try it a different way. We all learn differently. Maybe you are not a visual learner, so just seeing the information before you would not be enough. Try saying it a loud. Make up riddles or put the facts into your favorite songs without worring about rhyme. Tactile learners learn best my using manipulatives. If you need to use your hands or something to learn, try getting up and moving around as you study.

I know that some of this advice may sound rather ridiculous, but then again, I am being extremely vague and assure you there is much research to back what I have written.

Keep a planner. Write down everything that is due. Even write down what you are going to study for EVERY night of the week. Organization helps so so much!

Last but not least, take frequent breaks. If you find yourself losing interest and unable to focus, take a 5 minute break to do something that relaxes you and then get right back to work.

And always remember to mix fun in with work. Dont spend your childhood completely fixed upon chasing a good grade. Be sure to take time to enjoy the things you love to do!!!

I wish you lots of luck! Happy Holidays

Answer 3

I don't know your situation, your school, etc. But this may apply to anyone: Assess how many hours a day you study. Is it 1? 2? 3? Whatever it is, an A-student should study up to 3 hours a night. And often A-students receive help from parents or tutors. Remember, it's not enough to simply "read" your assignments. You must "study" them. Studying is more involved than mere reading. Study involves really probing the material, taking some notes, and answering questions as you go such as, "What is the author saying?" List all the points, create an outline of the work. The very best way to really study something is to create an outline. If you don't know how to do this, ask your teacher. She/He will show you. And Study also means to sometimes read the material twice - or even a third time if necessary. A-students go into a nightly session of study with intent and purpose, with goals (such as to complete all assignments and understand them thoroughly), and often they are out ahead, often a chapter or two just in case they come down ill or have other commitments.

Answer 4

Do you know HOW to study? This is not something that you will learn or be taught in school. Just doing your homework will not get you the grades you are capable of (homework in my scool district is only 10% of the grade). Talk to your teachers about your concerns - they will tell you what you need to know and some ideas of how you should study.
For example, in studying for a science test, don't just read your notes or textbook...make note cards of what you need to know and put the ideas in your own words that make sense to you. Draw pictures of the steps you took to do an experiment. Ask questions to clarify things that you do not understand. Have a friend or parent "quiz" you on things you need to know.
Also, understand how you are graded. Keep track of your grades so that you are never surprised by the final results. Remember, an A on a 10 point quiz does not balance out a D on a major project...all grades are not of equal balance.

Answer 5

It really comes down to Time Management. You are going to have to give up most of the time you use to "play". Give yourself ONE night a week to have fun. The rest of the time you need to devote to your studies. Create a schedule. Pencil in every hour you are awake. As a C student, you will have a VERY hard time getting in to college and you will NOT get financial aid.

Answer 6

Try to make the subject interesting to learn. That a toughie part to do. Ask others about that idea.

Ask your parent to hire a private tutor if you need it otherwise ask the teacher if the school have tutor department.

Try the Sparknotes from http://www.sparknotes.com/ and review til you understand it.

Good luck with your future.

Answer 7

make time to study every night

Answer 8

YOUR UNDER STRESS FROM PEER PRESSURE ..SO TAKE TIME FOR YOURSELF ...ASK YOUR TEACHERS TO DO EXTRA CREDIT FOR ONES THAT WILL EXCEPT IT , ALWAYS DO YOUR HOMEWORK WITHOUT THE TV OR WITHOUT THE COMPUTER ..PRAYER IS THE BEST THING , IT HELPS TOO!

Answer 9

stop going on this thing and study