<p>I failed my first two semesters in social studies as well as only getting c's and d's for the rest. My dad has given up all hope in me. In first quarter I was to lazy and coming from academic classes, I felt honors class were almost going to be the same thing. Unforuatnally I was proven wrong. I just failed my math test today(however in math I have been getting getting a's and b's and this is the first f in a long time) however i have been trying more my dad is no longer going to support me and neither will my mom. I doubt there is any hope of college left, even if I do get straight a's this quarter(which is my plan...but)...well that's my little ramble. Any tips and ideas about college?</p>
<p>Don’t lose hope. There are many colleges and future options regardless of your gpa. Colleges also like to see improvement. Try to get no Ds (or Cs either) but there’s no need to panic. If you don’t get into a college of your choice, then you could go to community college for a few years and transfer (this would also probably end up saving you money). You can get into college with some bad grades on your transcript. Improvement is key.</p>
<p>thank you. I have been improving recently but I’m still no good. that f really brought me down today. one more thing I have to mention is that I have serious OCD. it leads me to not focus on tests and look at the clocks during tests repealtyy, and if i turn away my mind wont leave me alone and I have to look back. I stress about the world ending a lot and have to tell myself(“the worlds not going to end”) (im still saying it now as I type)in my mind a billion times, as silly as that sounds. I have multiple other things I do but this is the wrong forum to post I guess haha. What im saying is it does effect my school work. i don’t know if I should see a guidance councilor about this or not. I haven’t told my parents about this yet because my dad would think I’m coming up with excuses and just continue to yell and say im worthless…he would also think I’m just making it up in general…</p>
<p>OCD can be treated. It sounds like you could use some assistance. I know you do not think your parents will listen or understand, but the best you can do is sit them down and talk to them about it. It might help to talk to your guidance counselor or a psychologist at school about it first.</p>
<p>What grade are you in, and are you male or female?</p>
<p>You really should tell your guidance counselor about it (or get it diagnosed by a doctor first). You’re say that you have trouble focusing on tests and stuff and if you get a note saying you have serious OCD you probably would be allowed more time on tests and easier testing environments. It may also show up somewhere in your apps to colleges and may help explain some poor grades (there’s a spot on most college apps for you to give additional info about these sorts of things). </p>
<p>Your dad needs to live his life and not yours. You probably should tell your parents about it, and if your dad doesn’t believe you, who cares? All that matters is what you think.</p>
<p>As far as community college goes, it’s certainly a valid option for you. There are even professors who used to teach at Ivy league level schools teaching at community colleges now. Many people transfer after a few years of community college to a standard 4 year. Either way, you need to make the decision based on what you want to do, not pressure from your parents.</p>
<p>If you think you have OCD that is seriously impacting your academic performance negatively, DON’T KEEP IT TO YOURSELF! Tell your parents, and ask to get a neuropsyche evaluation (from a reputable doctor). If they find that you do, in fact, have OCD and it negatively affects your functioning and/or processing, you may be able to get what is known as 504 accommodations at your school, which could provide you with invaluable resources such as notes sometimes if you cannot take them in class those days due to the OCD, as well as extended time on all your tests.</p>
<p>First off, how old are you? What grade of high school are you in?</p>
<p>I am 15 years old ,male and a sophmore.</p>
<p>Oh dude, one bad semester of high school doesn’t mean a thing.</p>
<p>I screwed up my sophomore year too. My final GPA was a 3.0 even, as opposed to a 3.6 as a freshman.</p>
<p>I picked it up Junior year and was able to even my cumulative out to a 3.4 by the end of the year.</p>
<p>Now starting in the fall, I will be attending St. John’s University in New York City where I will study Economics. I was also accepted into several other schools. </p>
<p>So you’ll be alright. Just pick it up and make sure you do well on your standardized tests, (ACT, SAT)</p>
<p>The thing is my freshman year was mostly b’s and c’s, my goal is penn state but now I don’t think ill ever get there…</p>
<p>If you have an official diagnosis, your school has to give you “504 accommodation” to help you succeed. We are going through the process with my 16-year-old son right now. He will get longer time for exams, and the school is even going to petition College Board for 50% more time on the SAT. Ask your parents or your guidance counselor about it - it’s really helpful.</p>
<p>OK, you have plenty of time. So, talk to your counselor first. See if you can get her to help you. See if your school has a psychologist that you can describe your symptoms to and see if they can recommend someone that can provide an assessment and diagnosis as well as treatment for you.</p>
<p>OCD can be treated. And it frequently shows up in adolescence (or gets worse), so it is not unusual that your symptoms are getting worse now, and you have been able to function OK prior to this. I can also be ADD. It can also be a few medical things impacting you. So medical evaluation, blood work, and discussions are necessary. </p>
<p>If your parents have medical insurance, these things should be covered under them. If they do not, there are other resources that can help you in your community. Again. your guidance counselor should be able to give you resources and help you communicate with your parents. </p>
<p>Don’t lose hope yet. But do get help. This will not get better if just ignored. And you cannot do this on your own!</p>
<p>I have decided to see my councilor tomorrow. I cant tell my parents about this yet as they will just laugh at me and say im worthless. Im gonna hope for the best.</p>
<p>Your parents discouraging you probably doesn’t help much. Maybe you should say something to them about it. I mean if you’re willing to get help, they should be willing to offer it.</p>
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While the OCD issue has been addressed it doesn’t get to the other issue: your lack of application to a subject. You need to correct that now to have shots at good colleges.</p>
<p>Saga, your school counselor will have more insight for how you can address OCD or your other stresses or anxieties. You need to get help with this, and if your parents don’t support this aspect of your life, your school can be your path to get help.</p>
<p>When you are thinking about colleges, don’t focus on a specific college while you’re only 15. There are many paths after high school, and if college is the path you choose, there are many colleges that will be a good fit for you. The key is to get support now to make you the best version of yourself, and then go from there. </p>
<p>And yes, one f your sophomore year does not define the rest of your life. With the right support you can get on a better trend. I wish you the best.</p>
<p>Thanks. I have been trying harder in school now as the first semester wasn’t just my ocd but i also was lazy. I have been improving that and my grades are getting better since I;ve been starting to work harder on my homeworks…however im not doing so good at math atm(which ironically is my best subject, but the failed test was the reason because of that) I was not able to see the councilor today as we got new classes and I no longer have any free periods. I will try to talk to her at homeroom tomorrow. as for my parents it appears my dad seriously hates me at this point…dont really know how to deal with that. Well ill keep doing what I’m dong and set up an appointment tomorrow. thanks guys ill tell you how it went tomorrow.</p>