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What should I do if I'm struggling in class?

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Alicia Oglesby is an Academic Counseling Expert based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She is currently pursuing a PhD in Education at the University of Pittsburgh and working as a Graduate Research Assistant. She was previously employed as the Associate Director of College Counseling at the Winchester Thurston School. Prior to that, she worked as a Director of School and College Counseling at 4 other secondary schools. With over twelve years of experience in academic counseling, Alicia specializes in academic advising, social-emotional skills, and career counseling. Alicia holds Professional School Counseling Certifications in both Washington DC and Pennsylvania. She has created a college counseling program in its entirety and developed five programs focused on application workshops, parent information workshops, essay writing collaborative, peer-reviewed application activities, and financial aid literacy events. Alicia holds a BS in Psychology from Howard University and a Master’s in Clinical Counseling and Applied Psychology from Chestnut Hill College.

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Talk to your teacher about it. They're a resource for you, and they'll be more than happy to help you get back on track if you make an active effort to reach out.

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How do I stand out to my teachers?

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If you want to make a great impression, try to be engaged in class. Your teachers chose their subject areas, which means the material excites them. So, if you show some interest in each class, your teachers are going to respond positively to that and take note.

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How would you describe a good student?

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A good student is going to be engaged, kind. active in their community, and enthusiastic about their academic work. That would probably be the most broad overview of what a good student looks like.

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What are some ways to gain more rewards in the classroom?

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Answer questions often, do what the teacher says, be neat in your work. Be nice and friendly to the teacher. Also, do not talk to the people in your class when you are meant to work.

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How can I be funny and cheerful at class?

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Always go into class with a smile. Be outgoing and friendly, but not so much so that your classmates don't like you for talking too much or being an attention hog. Make jokes at appropriate times. Don't just yell out 'Knock, knock!' when it's dead silent. Also, make sure the joke or comment is appropriate. Make lots of friends and try not to make enemies!

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What if I have bad grades, how can I pull them up?

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Work hard, finish any late assignments, do any available extra credit. Soon you should see improvements. Study for tests, as getting good grades on tests can raise your grade a ton.

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How can I get the highest marks in my class?

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Practice good study habits. Take good notes, do your homework well, and study for exams. Also, try to participate in class; many teachers also grade their students based on participation. Lastly, if you class offers any extra credit assignments, do them.

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What can I do when a teacher blames me for something that I did not do?

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Say sorry at that time. Afterward, go to her/him and personally explain the situation and what happened. This will ensure that she/he isn't shown up in front of the class and that you have the privacy and time to explain properly. Provide your teacher with the evidence/facts that you were not the one at fault, as you'll need to convince the teacher you didn't have a role.

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How can I make time to relax?

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Don't study every minute. Take Saturdays to do homework, studying, etc., and use Sundays to read and just relax.

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When I study and pay attention in class, my friends call me "bookworm," what should I do?

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Ignore them. Studying will give you a better future. Don't listen to what anyone says, and if they keep teasing you, find better friends.

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How do I make friends if everybody hates me?

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Think about why they hate you, and try to adjust your behavior accordingly. But remember, you don't have to change for anyone if you don't want to! It's your choice.

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I always think that I should be prepared for a test early, but I end up studying everything just the day before exam. How can I solve this?

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Make reminders in your planner, journal, or even on your hand! As soon as you hear about an exam, when you have the first chance, make any kind of study material you'll need like flashcards. If you need help, ask the teacher that is assigning the test.

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What can I do if my classmates are irritated because I am too talkative, what can I do?

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Try writing "stop talking" or "don't talk" on your hand, and glancing at it often. This will help remind you to talk less.

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How can I ask to my teacher to solve my problems?

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Talk to them in-between classes, or after school is over. If you are always in a hurry, just email them.

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How can I reduce the time I spend on smartphones?

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Get your parents to hide it, at least while you're studying. Try to limit your phone time to just an hour or two a day, and save it as a reward for when you're finished with your homework.

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What if my teachers do not listen to me?

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Talk to them about it one on one. If that doesn't help, go to the guidance counselor or principal -- they will address the problem.

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What should I do to become a teacher's pet?

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Just be a good student in general. Give your teacher apples, be kind to her and maybe help her with some books.

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I am the class monitor and I have a lot of responsibilities. How can I balance them with my studies?

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Try to complete your tasks as a monitor during the free time you find in school so that once you go home, you can study peacefully. If there is a lot of work, politely ask your teacher to remove some of your tasks so that you can focus on your studies.

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What if I keep being called a 'goodietwoshoes'. What shall I do?

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Accept the fact that they tell you that you are. Maybe tell them that you don't care or simply don't do anything about it. You could also try a long drawn out 'Whaaaaatever' in a way that says, 'I so don't care'. Just make it clear you really don't care because if they know you're affected by that term, then they'll keep on calling you a 'Goodie-two-shoes'.

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My table talks too much and I can’t concentrate, what should I do?

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Ask the other people sitting at your table if they be quieter during class. If this doesn't help, talk to the teacher before or after class and ask if she will move your seat.

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What if I keep being called a 'goodietwoshoes'? What shall I do?

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Ignore it. Everyone has different opinions. If you really think it's true, then figure out the reason you think you're being called goodietwoshoes. Don't let it get to you.

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