Report Card Problem?What do i do?

Question

On my report card this semester i have all a's and b's except in math i have an 81. Ive always had good grades and have never made below a b on a report card until now. My parents expect alot out of me and they are gonna be really mad when they see this. What do i do to make them not be so mad? And its not just me because alot of my friends made f's and d's in that class.

Answer 1

"your friends.. excuse won't cut it with your parents
tell the truth and dont use others as an excuse

Answer 2

From a parent's point of view.

Trust me, honey, we are not really mad at our kids when they bring grades much lower than our expectations. In the first place, it is very wrong for us to have expectations anyway. As parents, it is our responsibility to motivate our kids to reach their potential.. if we know that they are capable of A's and B's (based on past performance), of course we are surprised (and maybe disappointed too) if they bring in C's.

But there's always a reason for this and ideally, we want to get to the bottom of it. If there's a problem that we need to nip in the bud, then that's what we have to do. I'm sorry if we come across as confrontational. Sometimes, our parenting skill needs some work.

If I were in your shoes, I'd honestly say something like "My grade is Math is below par. I'm trying my best but I'm really having a hard time. Do you think I need a tutor? I really want to improve my grades."

BUT, if you think the problem is the teacher (poor skills, etc. - as evidenced by so many kids getting D's and F's), then you should tell your parents so they can talk with the principal. Math is a difficult subject for most but an excellent teacher can make it so much easier to learn and master.

Good Luck.....and keep up the good work.

Answer 3

I'm having the same problem in math...I would tell them what happened before you show them the report card, explain that you are trying your best, and say that you are getting help when you need it.
I am an A student, and this year I started going down from the 90s to the 80s in math...my parents say that sometimes it is not the student but the teacher...also, remember that if most people are doing badly, it reflects on the teacher, not you.

Answer 4

If I were you, I would present the problem to your parents the same way you did to us. They are your allies, not your enemies, and if you treat them as such, you may be pleasantly surprised with the results. Ask your parents to have a conference with the teacher to find out:

1. What the class average was.

2. What caused your grades to drop below your expectations.

3. What you can do in the future to raise your average.

4. Why they were not notified as soon as your grades fell below expectations.

If you present them with this strategy, you will most likely come across as someone who cares as deeply about your GPA (Grade point average) as they do. I must point out that your problem isn't nearly as significant as your friend's might be. You might consider starting a study group, or at least pooling your notes in order to bring everybody's grade point average up. Your teacher might even agree to supervise a study group if you ask. You might even ask for:

1. An outline of the subject matter

2. A review prior to testing

3. Some sample problems to work on prior to tests and quizzes

4. Make up work or projects to partially mediate lower grades

5 Practice Tests

Just a few ideas off the top of my head, hope they help.

Answer 5

I faced the same sort of situation this term. I had never gotten anything below a b, when i got a c- in a class. I was scared of what my parents would say, but i was also angry at myself for letting it happen. The best thing to do is to be honest with them. Tell them that you're disapointed with yourself, and that you will work harder to bring up your final average. And follow through with your promise. Work hard to get good grades, and if you can't, show your parents that you are doing everything you can to bring up your grade. Your parents will be even more proud that you made the effort to pull up your grade.

Good luck!

Answer 6

Act suicidal. Not really, but if you make an 81(which isn't really so terrible), into the biggest crisis you have ever lived through, they will do their best to console you and encourage you, at least if they're decent people. Don't do it if you aren't at least a little upset by it though.

Answer 7

well just talk to your parents about it....then like talk to the teacher but just u alone, talk about how he could improve the class so you guys can get A's, tell him how and why cant you get an F. if he still doesnt improve, go with your all your friends and talk to the teacher. that's how we did it in high sch.....we gat the teacher fired.....and they hired a new one.....kinda mean though but we hate F's, and plus we're the science group...and we cant fail maths watsoever.

Answer 8

81 is a B.

if they get mad, explain your situation.

Answer 9

as a fellow student who my parents put pressure on me, here's my best advise: sit down, talk with them about prolems in math, tell them u did the best u could and u'll try harder. they'll definitely be proud of u for admitting u'll try harder.

Answer 10

they will get over it. i failed a class after having a gpa always above 3.5...bear the brunt, be responsible in all other areas...dont do it after a tough day at work...sometimes tears on your part can be very effective!

Answer 11

Tell them you need help in math.