D- Grade on Lined Paper - Symbol of Academic Struggle or Learning Opportunity? #3032055 (License: Personal Use)

The image shows a close-up of a “D-” grade written in red marker on white lined notebook paper, with the entire mark enclosed in a large, emphatic red circle. The handwriting is quick and decisive, suggesting a teacher’s grading annotation; the blue horizontal lines provide context of a traditional school assignment sheet. The visual contrast between the red ink and pale paper heightens the emotional weight of the low grade.

This image is typically used in educational articles, student counseling resources, mental health discussions about academic stress, or motivational content about overcoming failure. It matches user intent related to grades, learning setbacks, resilience, or grading practices.