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I'm currently a sophomore and i have a 2.2 Gpa. I've had a lot of bad teachers which have affected my grade. What can I do to bring it up? I'm taking several Honors classes next year.

2007-03-17 06:50:01 · 4 answers · asked by jmp478 3 in Education & Reference Other - Education

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I think you have two options, basically. You can either take a limited approach, which is focused only on grades. That means taking easy classes, talking to teachers before tests to make sure you understand the assignment or at least make them think you care, trying to get extra credit, remedies like that. It's fake, superficial, but you could expect slightly better grades starting next semester.

The other option focuses on your whole education, and even though it's a bigger investment, it's definitely worth it in the long run. You'd have to focus on the long term, get a tutor, shift your priorities, get some study skills, and truly become a better student. The results might take longer to appear. But it will prepare you for a better college, make you a sharper thinker, give you an edge. You don't have to sacrifice having fun, but make more room for academics in your life.

About having bad teachers, I half disagree with the people who said you should stop blaming your teachers. Yes, you need to take ownership of your own education since you're in high school now. But bad teachers can be a real challenge. Why not work with them, turn them into your allies? Meet with them at the beginning of the semester, tell them your goal of raising your GPA. Then keep meeting with them for extra help. They might seem busy or indifferent, but I don't think there's a single teacher out there who would turn away a student who genuinely wants to learn. This would not just raise your GPA, but help you be a better student. The GPA is just a reflection of that.

Good luck!

2007-03-17 07:38:56 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1 0

GPAs are hard to bring up. You probably already know the answer--just do your best 100% of the time. If your honors classes are in a weighted system as they are at most schools, those grades will help to offset some of your lower ones provided you can make high marks. Practice good study skills, and don't be afraid to ask for extra help (even if you think the teacher is less than quality--just knowing you care enough to ask can make a big difference). Take advantage of peer tutors when you have problems as well. Don't expect your GPA to rise very far in one semester, you need to be committed until you graduate. Most importantly believe in yourself. Best of luck.

2007-03-17 06:59:10 · answer #2 · answered by whitebuffalo 3 · 1 1

You can never blame your grades on a teacher. The best thing you can do is just buckle down, do your assignments when you're supposed to, do what the teachers ask of you, and behave yourself. Stay organized and do things in a timely manner. Good luck!

2007-03-17 06:58:50 · answer #3 · answered by surrealsuspension 2 · 0 2

Get higher grades. One way to do that is to do your schoolwork and stop blaming your grades on bad teachers.

2007-03-17 06:54:49 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1 1

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