I just remembered that teachers can actually monitor our screens during exams!
During my AP Literature mock exam on Saturday, I spent about nine minutes on just one question. I promise I wasn’t cheating—I just have ADHD and needed to read it over several times to understand it fully.
Here’s my course lineup for junior year—am I in over my head? AP English Language, Algebra II, Chemistry, AP US History, two periods of yearbook class, AP Psychology, and Dance.
I increased my PSAT score by 140 points without any preparation in a year! In 9th grade, I scored 420 in the math section and 530 in reading and writing, totaling 950. Fast forward to October 2024, I took the test again, also without any prep, and improved to a 480 in math and 610 […]
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It’s pretty nerve-wracking to think about being watched while you’re in the zone, especially during an exam! It’s great that you’re open about your ADHD; it really does affect how we process information. Taking the time you need for questions is important for understanding, so don’t be too hard on yourself. Just remember, teachers are there to support you, and they likely understand that everyone has different ways of approaching tests. You’ve got this!