<p>Today was my first day of psychology and I would really desperately like to get out of the class. I think the teachers is very relaxed, kind and has a strong interest in what he teachers. I also noticed he has a lot of exciting activities planned through out the year. The curriculum is also very interesting to me. My problem however is with the people in the class. A lot of people in the class are very loud, rude, out there and very outspoken (which I mean in a negative way). I feel extremely uncomftorable in class. There is also a girl in there who I had problems with last year in math. She was beyond rude to me for whatever reason I don't even know of. Even today I faced problems dealing with the maturity and respect of my classmates. A lot of her friends are in the class too and they basically acted out the whole class period. I don't think this is a good enviorment to allow me to focus, pay attention and learn a lot in class. I'm honestly dreading just the thought of having to go back another day. I'm in standard psychology right now (no honors is available) and I think I would be better off just dropping the class and taking AP Psych either junior or senior year. I'm nervous about dropping the class right now. My school has strict reasons behind when you're allowed to drop a class. In order to drop a class you must've:
A.) Not have met the prerequsites
B.) Already recieved credit
C.) Previously failed the same course with the same teacher
D.) Need a course change to meet a graduation require.</p>
<p>Right now, none of these really apply to me but I feel it's very important that I get out of this class and be switched to somewhere where I feel more comftorable and in a better envrionment to learn. My counselor is busy and I don't want to bother her or annoy her early in the school year but should I still send her an email or try to contact her and discuss the problem? I also don't want to start any drama or problems between the teacher and I so how should I disscuss the situation with her? How should I go about the situation?</p>
<p>email your guidance counselor - she’s busy? well guess what, this is part of her job. the reasons behind dropping a class are so stupid… A and B shouldn’t even be issues if you’re able to take the class in the first place. </p>
<p>if you can’t get out of the class, just focus on your own work and keep a low profile, at least until people in the class calm down or drop out.</p>
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<p>I think they’re more concerned about people who have gaps in their schedules or one of the above following reasons but I’ll try my best to talk to her. Thank you.</p>
<p>Bump, I’m really interested in hearing other people’s opinions.</p>
<p>I would schedule an appointment (face-to-face) with your GC, if you can. If you do get the chance, explain the circumstances to her and ask if you could get the class changed. Your GC’s first priority probably is to make sure everyone graduates, so he/she might not care too much. But it’s still worth a try. If she says no, you could try these things:</p>
<p>1) Move up to AP
2) Drop the class - if she says she has a problem with having a “hole” in your schedule, sign up for TA/Office Aide. Something like that.
3) Ask if any other classes are open - Your GC will probably say that she can’t change it due to “scheduling conflicts” (happened to me before). </p>
<p>If she flat out refuses, I would go to your teacher and explain everything. Teachers do have some influence in class scheduling (ex. someone is struggling, teacher recommends a drop to regular) at least at my school. Do not come off as entitled or arrogant, and remember that he/she doesn’t have to do anything. First ask if you could transfer to one of his other periods (if there’s only one period, good luck with that). If he says no, ask him if you could change your seat from them as far away as possible. If you have to stay in the class, just don’t make yourself stand out and be nice to everyone no matter how much they **** you off. </p>
<p>I felt this way before and know what you feel. Don’t give up and be nice when you ask your GC/teacher! I hope you get to change your class. Best of luck to you!</p>
<p>^I really appreciate the feedback! I am preparing an email right now to send her about having a meeting. I made sure to sound as nice as possible and not too bothersome.
I can’t move up to AP because it’s not available for Sophomores. The Office Aide sounds good; I think they may need help in the library. But will this look a little too lazy to colleges? I’ll definately make sure to ask about other open classes. I’m not too confident in speaking with the teacher though. He’s very relaxed and easy going. So far he doesn’t sound like he has any problems with the class so that might come off as bad on my part. And laying low will be hard because the class is very active but no doubt I’ll try my best!!
Thank you! Do you have any suggestions for what I should include in my email?</p>
<p>Hey, if you can’t beat 'em…join 'em.</p>