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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]You're the adult, so I recommend you help her put this in perspective. It's not a dreaded grade, she's not doomed, the world isn't coming to an end. Help her figure out what she could do differently in her next science class, celebrate her successes, and have a good summer. [/quote]
OMG....this.

I have done university admissions for years and [b]one grade doesn't sink anyone. We look for trends.[/b] If she consistently gets B's and C's in maths or sciences, that would absolutely impact her ability to get into some schools. But more importantly....and I have had this discussion with SO many parents and students....IT IS THE STUDENT AND NOT THE SCHOOL that makes success! Especially in the new economy. It won't matter a bit if DS graduates from Cornell with a 3.75 if she doesn't have job-specific skills. Pick a school because it's a good fit for your child and not because of the name across the top of the diploma. Really....almost no one cares anymore unless you are going into academia (and good lord don't go into academia).[/quote]
What was your university's admit rate? I think that would provide some very important context for anyone reading your advice.[/quote]

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