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Help! I'm failing

LIFE: Dear Carol

"Dear Carol, I feel dumb in class—what can I do?"

Dear Carol, I've been trying hard in school, but sometimes I just feel so dumb in class. —Not a Star Student Dear Not a Star Student, Very few kinds shine in every subject. Many students who ace English stumble over math, and many mathematicians...
LIFE: School

Bouncing back: What to do if you fail a test

No one wants to fail a test, but sometimes you just don't excel on every exam. It happens to everyone, and trust us, it's not the end of the world (even though it can feel like it). The good thing...

LIFE: School

Why you should raise your hand in class, *even* if you're nervous

Are you a little shy when it comes to raising your hand in class? If so, that’s *totally* normal. We’ve been there. With all attention on you, it can be intimidating to speak up—especially when participation counts toward your final...
LIFE: School

Bad grades? *This* is how to form a successful study group

One of the best ways to stay on top of your schoolwork is to form a study group. Working with your peers is an amazing way to retain information and clear up any confusion you have on a subject. Not...

LIFE: Dear Carol

"Dear Carol, My friend's getting C's. How can I help?"

Dear Carol, I know a girl who is getting C’s in all her classes even though she is trying her best. My other friends and I always get A’s. Whenever we ask each other about our grades, this girl gets upset...
LIFE: Dear Carol

Not a stellar student? How to do your best this year

I’m going into eighth grade and freaking out because I’m horrible in school. I want to be smart and try my best, but I always get bad grades. Do you have any tips on how to stay focused? Dear School Stuck, You can...

LIFE: Tough Stuff

5 signs you might have a learning disability and what to do next

We wish you could all get straight-A’s with ease. But sometimes great grades, good grades, passing grades are tough to come by. And that’s especially true for girls and guys with learning disabilities. There are a bunch of different LDs that could be bringing...
LIFE: Tough Stuff

How to deal with—gulp!—failure

Failure can feel like the end of the world. No matter how hard you worked to succeed, slipping up is stressful. But actually, failure is the first step to making yourself an even greater gal. Check out these typical types of mess-ups you...