How to Cope With Repeating a Grade

We all make mistakes in life and sometimes fall off the wagon. Having to repeat a grade is no exception. Steps: 1. Determine if you don't already know why you are repeating the grade. Did you go to class? Did you pay attention? Write a list determining all the factors that may have lead up to your downfall and decide how you will prevent a repeat of these mistakes in the future. 2. Look in the mirror and promise yourself this will never happen again, realize you may have made a mistake and that you can over come it. 3. This is the hardest step ever. Drop your friends that contributed to this -- Eliminate all the 'enablers' in your life-- people who actively lead you astray or encourage unsuccessful behavior. 4. Don't let your brain rot over the summer, keep up with current events. Give yourself homework. If you have any major academic failings, get a tutor to help you catch up. 5. Stop being a slacker. Make an effort to improve every aspect of your life. It takes a successful attitude to become a success. Wake up on time, get in shape, take up a sport, join a club. 6. Last but not least, don't give up! So you're repeating... no one is perfect! you have been given an opportunity to go back and fix the mistakes you have made in the past. Forget about what other people might say or think, devote yourself to making significant changes. Tips: * It helps to work with your teachers and get to know them. * Do your homework and go to class! * Take notes and try to get with a good crowd this year. * Take it seriously. * Failure is a fact of life, something that we all must face sometimes - you're never alone. Stand strong and never give up. * Don't let it happen again. originated by: Anonymous, Glutted, Nicole Willson, Maluniu Source: www.wikihow.com