Ensure no failing grades

Overview

Receiving any D or F grades means you'll need to retake that course. Let's make sure you're on track to avoid that!

Why This Matters

• D and F grades don't satisfy A-G requirements
• You must retake the course (using valuable schedule space)
• It affects your course sequence
• For UC/CSU: the retake grade replaces the original

Warning Signs to Watch

• Current grade below C
• Missing major assignments
• Not understanding the material
• Avoiding the class or homework

If You're At Risk

Immediate Actions

1. Talk to your teacher — explain your situation and ask for help
2. Check for missing assignments you can still complete
3. Ask about extra credit opportunities
4. Attend any review sessions
5. Get tutoring immediately

Study Intensively

• Focus extra time on this class
• Find study partners
• Use online resources (Khan Academy, YouTube tutorials)
• Practice, practice, practice

Having the Conversation

With your teacher:

"I'm concerned about my grade and want to do better. Can we talk about what I can do to improve before the semester ends?"

If You Do Get a D or F

• It's not the end of the world
• Make a plan to retake the course
• Options: next year, summer school, or online
• Learn from what went wrong

Preventing Future Issues

• Monitor grades weekly
• Ask for help at the FIRST sign of confusion
• Don't wait until you're failing to act

Encouraging Reminder

There's usually time to improve if you act NOW. Don't wait!