Alright, I have a question.

Last year was my freshman year in high school, and I didn't really care about my grades.
I wasn't failing, but they werent excellent. They were about average.

This year, I am making almost all a's, im in honors classes, and im working my BUTT off. How much will this affect my gpa if I keep excellent grades all throughout high school?

Also, what are some things colleges like to see with a person? Community service, etc.

Id like to talk about it a little bit, because I have more questions. But thanks to whoever answers:)

You're like many students (including my son) who really get down to work in their sophomore year. Colleges like to see students who can turn their lives around and start making top grades.

Yes, in addition to an excellent GPA, colleges want to see community service, good SAT/ACT scores, and leadership within your school.

So I didn't just throw my life away? I sure hope not! Im making such better grades now and I feel SO much better about myself. So, it shouldn't hurt me tooo much should it? I want a masters in nutrition, dietics, and personal training.

Of course you didn't "throw your life away!" You are definitely on the right track! Keep up the good work! :-)

That's great to hear that you're putting in the effort and working hard to improve your grades! Your improved performance will definitely have a positive impact on your GPA if you maintain excellent grades throughout high school. GPA stands for Grade Point Average and is a numerical representation of your overall academic performance.

To determine how much your improved grades will affect your GPA, you need to consider a few factors. First, it's important to understand how GPA is calculated. Most high schools use a 4.0 scale, where each grade receives a certain number of points:

- A: 4.0 points
- B: 3.0 points
- C: 2.0 points
- D: 1.0 point
- F: 0.0 points

To calculate your GPA, you average these points based on the grades you receive in each course. So, if you're currently earning almost all A's, you're likely earning 4.0 points for each of those classes.

Next, you'll need to determine how many credits each course carries. High school courses typically have a certain credit value assigned to them. For example, a regular class might be worth 1 credit, while an honors or AP class might be worth more (e.g., 1.5 or 2 credits).

To calculate your GPA, you multiply the number of credits for each course by the points you earned and then divide the total by the sum of the credits. This will give you your GPA.

If you continue to earn excellent grades in your honors classes throughout high school, maintaining a GPA of around 4.0, it will substantially improve your overall GPA. However, it's important to note that the impact on your GPA will depend on several factors, such as the number of credits each class carries and the grades you earned in your freshman year.

It's also worth mentioning that colleges and universities often look at both weighted and unweighted GPAs. Weighted GPA takes into account the difficulty of the courses you're taking (e.g., honors, AP), while unweighted GPA does not. Some schools may only consider unweighted GPA, while others may consider both.

Remember, while GPA is an important factor, it's not the only one colleges consider during the admissions process. Your extracurricular activities, essays, standardized test scores, and recommendation letters also play a significant role.

In summary, maintaining excellent grades throughout high school will likely have a positive impact on your GPA. However, the specific effect will depend on the grading scale used, the number of credits assigned to each course, and your previous grades. Keep up the hard work and use this opportunity to develop good study habits and a strong work ethic.