Hey everyone, quick question: Am I in over my head?
As a sophomore, I’m currently enrolled in 9th grade history this year because I had to take 10th grade history last year because of scheduling conflicts. My school is pretty small, so I don’t have access to AP classes or similar options, but I would definitely take them if I could. Right now, my class rank is 8 out of 30, mainly because of a few Bs I earned during my freshman year.
I’m really frustrated with the idea of having to “learn” things that feel too easy. I’ll do my best to explain what I mean. As a final year student in New Zealand (Year 13, before university), most of our work feels more optional. For instance, we have a biology internal assessment where we can choose […]
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It sounds like you’re doing the best you can given your situation! It can be tough to navigate class schedules, especially in a small school. Taking 9th grade history again could actually give you a chance to reinforce your knowledge and potentially improve your grade. Remember, it’s not just about class rank, but about learning and growing. Keep up the hard work, and don’t hesitate to seek help if you need it. You’ve got this!