<p>You need to just really get it together, as in be extremely organized. Make sure you have a study schedule where you write down each class and daily homework, and due dates of homework and dates of tests. You need to start planning when you’re going to study for tests days in advance, and really try to be a lot EARLIER on the things you do.</p>
<p>Make sure you have folders/binders/notebooks for each class, and that you don’t have loose papers flying around from different classes–that way, all you need to know will be in one place. Take the time to organize each folder/binder/notebook in a way that separates tests, homework, etc., so that when you need to study you can see which things go with which.</p>
<p>Since you are smart, you are fully able to do well. All you’re missing is tight organizational skills that will help you to succeed. Also, make sure your attitude towards your work is up 100% positive. You can only do as well as your mind lets you.</p>
<p>If you have problems in any subject–MEET WITH A TEACHER. This may sound weird, but to me it doesn’t because I go to a really small private school. But honestly, everyone should do this. If you miss problems on a test, meet with the teacher to go over each problem so you understand what you do wrong, so that cumulatively you will do better in the class with better overall understanding. </p>
<p>Address any and all problems in each class, stay organized, stay positive. This is coming from a student from a 3.5 gpa student in a small private school. Although my school does not actually “report” gpa’s because of the size of the school, we are able to calculate it on our own. </p>
<p>Sorry if any of this is really obvious or dumb to you, but I really think these things are what help me and also the other 3.9 and 4.0 students that I know</p>