My 14 year old son DEARLY wants to do well in school. Unfortunately, he takes after me. I was never a great student. I did much better in college and did graduate with a degree. Teens are of course living in the here and now and he wants things to happen NOW. He has friends who are on the honor roll and who serve as class officers. He, on the other hand, has to take remedial classes to catch up. We've never put pressure on our kids to be "A" students. We've only asked that they do their best. They are kind, compassionate, athletic, funny, and bright. But, when it comes to the classroom, they struggle. Add to the mix that my son is often times too proud to ask for help. The only thing I've NOT done is have him tested for a learning disability which I fear will damage his self esteem even more. WHAT can I say to him? What can I DO for him, all the while keeping his self esteem in tact? Thank you, especially from the young people out there, for any feedback!
2007-03-16
08:38:56
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kimmer
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