Posted by Katey on January 17, 2002, at 10:04:33
In reply to Re: the physics of failing a final » Katey, posted by Mair on January 16, 2002, at 16:49:01
> Katey -
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> 1) Maybe you just bit off more than you could chew, particularly now. Why did you take physics? Did it have anything to do with any recommendations made by your dad, or some sense on your part that he would approve?
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i took physics for a few reasons. for one, in my district, its the next logical stept after chemistry. i also wanted to get it done and out of the way so that i wouldnt have to take any science my senior year. for the most part, my parents have been very uninfluential (sp?) in my scheduling since i entered high school, leaving me up to my own devices has proved, for the most part, wonderful.
> 2) Why start all over? Do you have aspirations that make physics a necessity? Were you really interested in it? Besides, this is hardly something you need to decide now, right? You may feel entirely different about your ability to cope this spring or next fall. Could you take it over the summer if it's that important?
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i need three years of science to get into most colleges, and physics is generally singled out. i'm not at all interested in it, im an artsy person. my dad is waiting for my guidance counselor to call him back so that we know my options. i'll probably end up taking it at the community college or in summer school, anything to not have to take it my senior year.> 3) Do you have to fill in another course or can you just go now with a lighter course load? If so, find something purely fun or of interest and not something you think you need.
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no, i dont, but i probably will. when life gives you lemons, make lemonade, no? i'll probably fill it in with a fluff science course, if i can find one that will fit into my schedule. atleast then when i graduate i'll have 3.5 years of science instead of the 3 that i had intended on.mair, i dont think youre intruding at all, nor do i think that your being unsympathetic, youre just being reasonable and rational. two things my teenage mind hasnt mastered yet, so i appreciate atleast one of us doing it. you have a lot of valid points, and very sincere advice, which i appreciate greatly.
Katey
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