My kids were never A+ students (but they were diligent and worked hard). They were kind and helpful to family members- that made me proud. They were good citizens and volunteered for things without being asked-- not just the “good for college application” things. That made me proud. They had paying jobs and proved that they knew the value of a dollar; showed up on time, did their best even when service type jobs means that you see people at their worst (yelling at a server that something costs too much- as if a person wearing a fast food uniform sets prices!) That made me proud.
Perhaps you should have an actual and explicit conversation with your parent- you may be assuming that only A+ grades is the ticket when in fact, your parent may be proud of you when you demonstrate kindness, responsibility, gratitude and giving back, a strong moral code, etc.
Try it before you tie yourself up in knots!