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ADVICE | DEAR CAROL

My parents only care about good grades


 
All my parents care about are grades. Last report card, I got a C in math. I thought they were going to kill me. Whenever I try to talk to them about how I feel, they yell at me. My mom is not as bad as my dad. I know they care about my education, but they hurt my feelings.

Dear Sick of It,
If you want to tell them how you feel but can’t do it in a conversation, write it in a note. Did you get a good grade they forgot to praise? Say so. Tell them you want to hear when they’re proud, not just when they’re disappointed. But remember that they care about your education because they care about you and your future.

Might it help if you got a math tutor? Maybe a high school student can bring you up to speed over the summer, without charging too much. Your math teacher or guidance counselor can probably recommend someone. It is hard to excel in school when you feel pressure on all sides. But psych yourself up now for getting off to a strong start in September. Plan to move up to the front row, keep an organized assignment pad, find a quiet place to work, do your best, and your grades will go up, guaranteed. Not only will your parents be pleased, but you’ll feel good about it too.
 
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BY CAROL WESTON ON 5/19/2011 9:00:00 AM

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@prettytough14:
I think it would be better to get different binders! Tht might be what I'm going to do. A lot of people did that at my school last year, nd it seemed like it really worked! Hope that helped a little.

by Abagepatch on 7/24/2011 9:42:40 PM

 
 

I have the exact same problem but my mom is the one who cares more. I broke down crying because she couldn't see if from my point of view. She called me unorganized and things like that. I totally understand where your coming from and give you my best wishes and 100% support!

by brietta42 on 7/22/2011 12:29:50 AM

 
 

my parents want me to get good grades and i have nevr gotten less than an a- on ANY reportcard... im friends with popular girls and guys like me and all, but am i missing out on stuff??? should i take it back a notch or am i okay the way i am?? PLEASE I REALLY NEED SOME ADVICE!!!!!

by bieberlover586 on 7/18/2011 1:34:41 PM

 
 

Hey, I'm going to be a freshman this next year and I was wondering if it would be better to have one binder per core class or just a folder per class. Thx

by prettytough14 on 7/9/2011 4:59:09 PM

 
 

Well, you can always try harder. And if you don't, then it's sometimes your fault, and not your mom's. Sorry to burst your bubble, though!

~Jessie~

by Jgard224 on 7/2/2011 9:52:19 PM

 
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