First things first, thanks to everyone for the well wishes, health-wise I'm feeling much better.
This week I had a major high and a major low, at least academically. Allow me to explain. In ENGL 226, I received a glowing review of my memoir essay. It was a very personal essay, and knowing that it was interesting to someone else made my day. However, the next morning in ISDS 350, our first exam was graded and returned. Our professor told us how our class grades averaged.
She said there were, 3 A's, 9 B's, 16 C's, 10 D's, and 11 F's. I was sitting in my seat, praying that I was included in the group of C's. For me, the test was brutal, I was sick, so I really didn't study as thoroughly as I normally would have. When she handed my Scranton to me, I looked down and saw not only an F, but a low F at that. My heart sank; I really thought I was going to have a panic attack. Fundamentally, I'm a good student. My exam grades are always a range of A's, B's, and the occasional C. My final grades on my transcript at the end of a semester are always A's and B's. I don't know how to handle a LOW F. I've been trying to calculate if there are enough points left in the semester for me to be able to finish this class with at least a C. If not, I'll have to drop it. I'm beyond frustrated.
So, as you can see, my week had a very high peek as well as a very low valley. However, I’m always mindful to be positive and grateful, so I'd also like to say that even though I don't know my professor very well, she seems like a very kind person. She has expressed that she is willing to talk with and help those of us who need it. Therefore, I plan to speak with her privately about my exam, and ask for her advice about whether I should cut my losses and drop, or if there is a chance that I can still complete her class successfully.
I've decided not to think about my F anymore this weekend. Fall is my favorite time of year, so I am anxious to start enjoying it. My family and I are going to the Red River Revel tomorrow (a family tradition), and I don't want to be a party pooper. So tomorrow (Saturday) I'll be eating muffaletta pizza , funnel cake, beer battered shrimp on a stick, and dancing to zydeco music not giving ISDS or my F a second thought.......hopefully!
This week I had a major high and a major low, at least academically. Allow me to explain. In ENGL 226, I received a glowing review of my memoir essay. It was a very personal essay, and knowing that it was interesting to someone else made my day. However, the next morning in ISDS 350, our first exam was graded and returned. Our professor told us how our class grades averaged.
She said there were, 3 A's, 9 B's, 16 C's, 10 D's, and 11 F's. I was sitting in my seat, praying that I was included in the group of C's. For me, the test was brutal, I was sick, so I really didn't study as thoroughly as I normally would have. When she handed my Scranton to me, I looked down and saw not only an F, but a low F at that. My heart sank; I really thought I was going to have a panic attack. Fundamentally, I'm a good student. My exam grades are always a range of A's, B's, and the occasional C. My final grades on my transcript at the end of a semester are always A's and B's. I don't know how to handle a LOW F. I've been trying to calculate if there are enough points left in the semester for me to be able to finish this class with at least a C. If not, I'll have to drop it. I'm beyond frustrated.
So, as you can see, my week had a very high peek as well as a very low valley. However, I’m always mindful to be positive and grateful, so I'd also like to say that even though I don't know my professor very well, she seems like a very kind person. She has expressed that she is willing to talk with and help those of us who need it. Therefore, I plan to speak with her privately about my exam, and ask for her advice about whether I should cut my losses and drop, or if there is a chance that I can still complete her class successfully.
I've decided not to think about my F anymore this weekend. Fall is my favorite time of year, so I am anxious to start enjoying it. My family and I are going to the Red River Revel tomorrow (a family tradition), and I don't want to be a party pooper. So tomorrow (Saturday) I'll be eating muffaletta pizza , funnel cake, beer battered shrimp on a stick, and dancing to zydeco music not giving ISDS or my F a second thought.......hopefully!
I was just wondering......when faced with the good and the bad of a situation, why is it so easy to focus on the bad? My high has been completely clouded by my low. It's very frustrating.
Thanks for Reading,
Kourtney Washington
Thanks for Reading,
Kourtney Washington
7 comments:
I have not had ISDS 350 yet...you sorta scared me to take it now. But I have had Dr. Mabry before. If you work really hard in her class she is good to reward you for your efforts. I am not saying you will be able to pull an A but don't focus too much on getting an F on that one test. Sounds like you are a pretty good student so I am sure you will be able to figure out what you did not do right for this test and fix it before the next one.
Do not let one bad grade frustrate you. You can only do the best that you can do. I had a 4.0 until I took Algebra. I thought it would be devastating to me if I did not make an "A". However, I knew how hard I worked on this class. The final "C" that I made actually felt like an "A". Life is full of frustrations and disappointments that you must do your best to work through, and be satisfied in knowing that you did. I am finished with my Statistics classes (THANK GOD!). My advice is to repetitively do your homework. Repitition is the key. Glad to hear you are feeling better and taking a break with your family this weekend.
Oh! The Red River Revel! I cannot wait to go to that =D I'm sad that I have to work and will not be able to see Saving Abel, tho =/
I bet you can make at least a C in the class! And since you already have a high GPA, it will not hurt you too bad ^_^ There are more classes in the future to ace! Some subjects just are not our thing.
Don't beat yourself up over spilt milk. I felt the same way when I got my first F last fall. I was in such shock but I quickly got over because there was nothing I could do about the past. I concentrated on the future and got a C in the class. I think I was more excited about that C than I've ever been about an A.
Just stay determined and do the best that you can do. That's all that can be asked of us right.
Hope you have a great time at The Revel.
I had a similar situation a week ago. I have all A's in my other classes I got an F in one. The F kind of overshadowed my other good grades also. My mother and I have been working on me being more positive. I have been working on my faith; faith works by believing in what you cannot see. So if you believe your grade will come up then it will. I'm sure you will be extra prepared for the next exam, and if you combine that with your faith you will be fine!
Gosh, first two blogs, and I get breakups and bad grades!
Doesn't seem like the best week, does it? Think about the grade on your memoir and let that counter that low F. And cut yourself some slack.
K. Smith
Eng. 226
@Landon- I didn’t mention Dr. Mabry by name, but since you did, thanks for the advice. I’ll keep that in mind.
@Denise- Thanks for sharing, and for the advice.
@WateryPhoenix- Thanks for the support. BTW, the Revel was GROOVY! We went on Saturday, so thankfully we missed the rain. The food, music, art… Girl,we had a blast!
@Jennifer- Thanks for the advice. I’ve put my F behind me. I’m looking at it as a rite of passage. Everybody has to get an F at some point right?
@Kkeys- I’m all about being positive, it’s just easier said than done in some situations.
@Ms. Smith/dotsmom- Yep, last week was harsh. But I’m over it. Moving on… :)
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