I understand how you feel. You didn't meet expectations set by people in school and your family and I'll be honest with you. I have had examinations in the past where I clearly didn't live up to the standards of scholars, especially in year 7 for me. What did I do? Took a week off and...
Nice that you made the right decision. People should read the post above ^. Consider all the pros and cons with moving a school before you make a decision. Ask your parents what they think is truly best for you (care for biased opinion though).
Re: Math help (Because Carrot made me do this)
I've finished the year 10 topics for maths with my tutor. I don't really accelerate that far ahead to be honest.
Spiral, I hope you've influenced some people here today of what education truly is. I'm sure everbody who is about to embark on their hsc will appreciate it. I can assure you that the future of bos will also appreciate it, myself included.
Questions to consider in your application (maybe use those to form your intro?):
- What am I good at?
- What do I wish to pursue in the future?
- Why do I wish to go to Usyd?
- What are my academic weaknesses and strengths?
- Will I contribute to the uni?
- How well do you get on...