Hi, I have problem. When I was two months old I had a very high fever caused by an infection and was in the hospital for another two months. This fever caused some of my brain to "fry." This effected my eyes, so I am almost blind in my left eye. This frying effected my processing. I did not show signs of this being a problem until 3rd grade. I am in 10th grade now and have had to work so hard at getting around my processing problem, and learning to deal with it.
Well in geometry right now we are going paraellel lines and transversals. I can see the transversals but I never know which one to use. My mom decided to set up a bunch of meetings with my teacher and guidence couciler so we could "accomidate" me. They want me to have enchanced work, meaning the teacher shows me which transversal to use. She will do this will all lessons like this. I don't want to do that, I want to be like everyone else and do it the way everyone else is too. I don't want special privliages. (MORE to follow
2007-10-16 14:00:12 · 6 answers · asked by Dogna M 4 in Education & Reference ➔ Primary & Secondary Education
I just want what everyone else has. I can learn, I have done it before and I can do it again. But when I told my mom she got really mad at me and she NEVER does that. But I just want to be treated like other honors students, because thats what I am. But doing this to me is like putting me in the middle of the room with a dunce cap on my head.
Please am I feeling wrong, what can I do? Thanks!
2007-10-16 14:02:40 · update #1
First, tell your mom the rest of it, of what you wrote here. Do not scream or get mad or excited. Stay calm, breathe, and ask her to have a nice, long talk with you. Tell her to listen carefully and swallow every word you say 'til you finish.
Also, what they're doing isn't bad for you either. Do not feel discouraged or that you're any different from others. We all have our problems to deal with, but it doesn't make us any different, regardless of what others say or believe. Trust in yourself. And, I guess before you rush into things, you should really take this opportunity. Like when the teacher shows you which one every time, you may see a pattern, and it'll help you identify the right one more accurately. You'll improve every day as long as you don't give up on yourself. It is not that they're saying you're dumber or need special attention. It's just that they're trying their best to help you get through this, while at the same time being careful not to make it look like they don't care about your problem. And hey, if you ever want someone to talk to, you can feel free to email me if you don't mind. If it'll help any. Well, good luck to you. Remember, it's your life and no one else's. Believe what you say and know what you believe. GBY.
2007-10-16 14:22:42 · answer #1 · answered by ? 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Hey hunn, just put it behind you, and if your mom doesn't understand what you are trying to say, personnaly talk to your math or guidance councelor.
Don't worry, everyone has some sort of problem that makes them feel different, but honestly - it's good to be different. And if you don't like being treated like this, you should convince your teachers and mother that you CAN and you WILL work hard to make yourself just like everyone else.
Good luck sweetie. =D
2007-10-16 21:27:53 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you have a School Guidance Counselor- tell THEM what you just told US. If THAT doesn't work- then explain it to your Geometry Teacher... If EVERYBODY says the same thing- then "swallow your pride" & go with the "enhanced work". I KNOW you want to do this YOUR way; but if it's "holding up" your other work (& causing problems with your loved ones), it might be the best thing to do... Hang in there- & good luck! :0
2007-10-16 21:12:49 · answer #3 · answered by Joseph, II 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well, you should let them know how you feel about them helping you, even though everyone needs a hand now and then. If you think you can do it on your own, do your best. The least they could do is let you do as much as you can until you can go no further and then ask for the help. Best of luck.
2007-10-16 21:04:37 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yeah i guess your right about not wanting to be treated differently but honestly u have to consider whats best for u and in the long run as far as college goes and getting a good job
2007-10-16 21:09:10 · answer #5 · answered by Brandon p 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
dont even think u almost blind just go with the flow
2007-10-16 21:08:08 · answer #6 · answered by goober 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋