I found out that my son got a B in one of his classes at the end of last year. I thought I had a truly exemplary, world-changing student on my hands. Now I know he's just...above average.
Speaking of kids in school, I just found out my son got a B in his world history class at the end of the previous school year. I can't believe it.
user
That's great!!  History is so important I think and so few kids really grasp it well.  Congrats to him for a job well done!
assistant
No no, see, it was the first grade below an A that he's ever made. I honestly thought I had the next Einstein on my hands. Now I guess I'll have to settle for...above average, I guess. :(
user
Oh, I see what you are saying!  Did he get upset about it?  And you never know, he could turn it around next year and blow you away!
assistant
He seemed fine about it, which is weird because he's always been so proud to bring home straight As. I'm really hoping he does turn it around next year. I also hope he's not on drugs or something. I suppose we'll see.
user