<p>Hi, Jadedinoblivion...I'm a TJ parent (or was; my S graduated this past June)...I know that TJ's GCs will move heaven and earth to get you the help you need to be successful at chem (or any other course for that matter), especially if your issue is the material/type of teaching, rather than slacking off...there are all sorts of study aids...8th period tutoring, lunch-time tutoring, special 8th period programs to get a handle on how to compensate for particular study problems.</p>
<p>So...my advice:take TJ's advice! Take the WP, and get help next year w/choosing the right level of chem, and with actually learning the material. You'll find the GCs and teachers (and fellow students) all sorts of willing to put in vast amounts of time helping you conquer this challenge.</p>
<p>Tisch is pretty selective--you don't want a D, even tho chem will not be a sensitive subject area for them...so, talk to your folks (make sure they are ok with you having spent the money to take a class you will not get credit for taking if you take the WP), talk to your GC right away, and be comforted to know that the TJ teachers and your fellow students will help you all you need to succeed in this course....</p>