Member Since: January 31, 2016
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Last Update: January 31, 2016
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I've been unable to handle the pressures of high school this year. I'm a senior, and a very slow one, if you know what I mean. I'm failing some major classes due to a strong lack of interest and my finals are during this week. In my chemistry class I've learned almost nothing. I don't remember any of what I really did learn, and it's not just because of my lack of interest. I've recently noticed that reading has become increasingly difficult for me to do on my own. I cannot stay on task and I end up skipping sentences or misread things. Even when I ask for help I still can't understand what's going on. I'm also having issues in dealing with my peers. They proudly lack interest in anything that doesn't involve quite a bit of inappropriate topics. It agitates me. The classes that I enjoy, from what I've been told, have to be put aside for the requirements to be fulfilled in order for me to graduate. Unfortunately, I don't feel the same way. It's come to the point where I'm so stressed that I feel ill. I've begun to consider dropping out and hopefully pursuing an education in what I want and not what the school claims that I need. My mom told me that if I do drop out that my chances of getting into college are still possible but I'd need to make up the credits that I didn't get. She also advised me to figure out the pros and cons of this decision. As much as I'd like to graduate with my friends and get a scholarship, it doesn't seem possible where I'm at now. What would be the best thing to do? (link)
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I know what you are going through because I am a senior in high school as well! However, I chose to do online school instead of public for different reasons but I have been to public school. From what you are saying, it seems like you might have dyslexia, or some other type of learning problems. That doesn't mean you're "slow" it just means you need extra help. I took Chemistry last year (and failed) but that doesn't matter. What I'm trying to say is that school can be tough for anybody. Maybe, try to explain this to a school counselor, teacher or parent. Whatever you do, don't drop out. It is so hard to find a job without a high school degree or even college! I know you said that your chances are still possible to get into a college but honestly it's not possible unless if you have all your credits and you'll be behind. The best solution in this scenario is to talk to your school counselor. If you don't want to take that route then just wing the rest of the year lol
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