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For the most part, I really enjoyed my classes in high school, but there was one class I absolutely couldn't stand, AP US History. I felt like we never learned anything in class, the textbook was terrible, and our assignments were long and tedious. I know plenty of people who loved it and breezed through, which made me even more resentful of the class. The way I kept myself on board in this class was to set small, achievable goals for myself (e.g. I'll read the textbook for half an hour, then I can take a break), and to remind myself why it was important to pay attention and do well in the class. Maybe you can try to set up similar strategies for yourself - budget your time, set goals and rewards, and keep the big picture in mind. Remember that succeeding in high school is just one step on the way to doing what you love in the future. Also, if you get to pick any elective courses, try to pick things that interest you so you stay motivated to focus in those classes. Good luck!