I'm not naturally smart...

ClaySoul
Mon, 11 Jul 2005 23:02:23 +0000

first, tell him what they are. I’m not sure how well you know your counselor, but this would be a good way to open up if you don’t know him very well. Then, ask him to explain your circumstances in his report. Summarize what you want him to convey – basically what you told us (that you came from a family that was not well educated, faced oppostion, worked hard, yadda yadda (not your erroneous conclusion that you’re not smart!!! :)). They are trained and know how to do this.

I had some unusual medical circumstances that I felt hurt my performance in school and wanted my counselor to inform the schools. She did a really good job of conveying the message I was trying to … convey. lol.