<p>This past semester, I received a D in AP Calculus. There aren't really any extenuating circumstances behind it, such as a family crisis or anything of that nature. I don't have a single other grade below a B, and I'm taking a full schedule with five APs and a yearbook class, in which I hold an editorial position. I simply struggled very hard in the class. </p>
<p>I know that this will certainly negatively impact all of my applications, and for UCs, which don't request mid-year grades, could result in rescindances in the late spring/summer.</p>
<p>My question is, what should I do? Is it wise to send an email to my regional counselors to inform them of this drop in my grades, and to reassure them that I'm still working hard?</p>
<p>You may need to explain the D, as well as that you realize that your grades are your responsibility and you’re committed to improving them wherever possible.</p>
<p>If the UCs only ask for end-year transcripts, prove to them it was a temporary lapse. Keep the class, work hard, get an A or B. Then they’ll see your D, but they’ll also see a better, more recent grade, which can help mitigate the damage.</p>
<p>Rofl, you and I are in the EXACT same situation…(5 AP classes, no grade below a B, and even a yearbook/newspaper class). I essentially sent a letter about my struggle and reasons why I dropped the class and such…it’s all you can do. I’d take Billy MC’s advice. It might be more tough for you since I already got my acceptances (unless you did). Call all your admissions counselors and explain to them what’s up…You tried your best and struggled and this is what came out of it and such. Ask them if you can e-mail them the entire situation (they’ll probably say yes) and just do it. I made mine pretty personal and such, I could pm it to you if you want.</p>