<p>I would advice to seek help/tutoring, since stats should not be difficult. Or drop it, it is very easy class in college also. The same goes for chem. and trig. Either get help/tutoring, since once you understand concepts, you will see how easy these classes are. The difficult class should be English at this point. You need to spend ton of time doing English in HS to get prepared for college. Writing skills are essential not only for all classes, tests, but also for all kind of applications. I do not know about world history, but AP US History is also extremely difficult and time consuming. </p>
<p>So, here is my advice: get help or drop the following non-time consuming classes (they are easy if you get nailed all concepts, please, do not try to memorize them, you need to understand all logic involved): stats, chem., trig. They should not take much of your time at all. They are also fun, once you understand material.</p>
<p>That should give you confidence that you can do it, but I don’t know if it solves your issue.</p>
<p>If you are stressed and do not have the time to complete work in all subjects, then something is amiss. Your ability to do well in AP Stat does not mean you can do well with your entire courseload and remain sane. As all have pointed out, AP Stat is an elective and you do have another core math course.</p>
<p>IMO, 9 weeks is too long to wait for a change to occur. The admin can only “see” the results of your tests/quizes and not the toll it is taking on your well-being. </p>
<p>If you can manage all the work, then stay in the class. But if your sleep is suffering or if homework in other classes are not getting done, then get your parent involved and demand the school change your schedule.</p>
<p>I think I’ve been memorizing my way through school all my life. I never found the logic way to understanding, I guess. Test is next week, but I don’t want to wait too long for a decision, and I’ve just fallen apart this year.</p>
<p>^In some classes you must memorize. There is no way out in Anatomy or Orgo. In some other classes, memorizing is way too ineffective and time consuming. My D. is Supplemental Instructor for Chem. prof. She said that very many of those who have hard time in Chem. (easy class in college) are memorizing way too much. Once they realize that understanding of concept goes long way, they are amazed how much easier it become. As I have mentioned, classes like any math, Gen. Chem, physics are not the once that require a lot of memorization. You will get much busier at college, you will not have time to spend on “concept” classes. Also there are activities that are different from person to person that help to relax. Sounds like you need some relaxation time. Good luck in everything.</p>
<p>A 100 on the first test? And you had the initiative to read the first 3 chapters over the summer? Stop doubting yourself! I see a smart student with good study skills.</p>
<p>Maybe I can, but I have to commute to 2 chapters of ap world readings per week also, which is really important for me. I’m a slow reader, so it takes me a while to get through it all, and the ap exam covers alot of material. I don’t think it’s worth getting an A in stats to drop my other grades, which is happening now.</p>
<p>An 89 in one class (Spanish) is nothing to be this upset about.<br>
Two chapters per week of reading in a history class is nothing.</p>
<p>You have finally found a class that is challenging you and you’re scared to death. For the first time, you’re challenged and you have to actually put in time and effort to keep up. Face the challenge. You’re going to find that academics from here on in are going to require more commitment and effort to achieve the grades you earned from previous years.</p>
<p>Your teacher feels that you are academically ready for the class. Obviously, your score of 100 on the first quiz shows that you are capable. The question is, are you ready to face challenge?</p>
<p>I already have 2 B’s. Maybe it was a fluke? I covered some of the material over the summer about up to regression stuff. Well, obviously, it’s a challenge, but do I want to be the only sophomore in my school facing this challenge?</p>
<p>Some sophomores are struggling in their basic level math class. Some sophomores are breezing through upper level science classes. Some sophomores are struggling with classes usually taken by freshmen. </p>
<p>There are some 8th graders taking high school biology. There are some 8 graders taking high school Spanish, high school French, and/or high school math.</p>
<p>In other words, there comes a time when students of various ages are in the same class due to academic ability, not age. Academically, you can handle this class. I think that you are just scared because you have actually reached a point where you are challenged and you’re afraid that you won’t be able to maintain your idea of grade perfection. </p>
<p>Take some time for personal reflection about your situation. It’s very common for smart kids to hit a wall around this age. This is a time when many of the kids who previously weren’t considered as academically gifted are beginning to blossom and catch up. This is a time when kids who have previously breezed through school with little studying find themselves overwhelmed by the fact that they’re not the smartest kid in the class anymore. </p>
<p>Figure out what is the real issue here. Is it the fact that you are a sophomore? Is it the fact that you find yourself challenged and you’re not used to feeling like this? Is it the fact
that you need a better time-management plan? Is it the fact that you miss being one of the smartest in the class? Only you can figure this out.</p>
<p>Whatever you decide, I want you to be honest with yourself as to the reason why you made the decision.</p>