Greensky,
Can you tell me more? In what area is he struggling? I teach special ed. and would like to help.

Chaotic,
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My K-12 teachers and neighborhood parents would not likely believe where I am today and frankly screw them. The feral child that they continuously said was nothing but trouble and would never find her way, has done well for herself.

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It is really disheartening to hear your school story, but I know that it is the story of many kids with ADHD. I have found that my first goal as a teacher is to increase their self-esteem and I do so by accepting them as they are. I don't feel the need to put them in a box. Am I frustrated at times? Of course, but I always say that the students with the most noxious behaviors are the most in need of empathy and help. I'm not surprised that you are so successful!