Guest guest Posted January 8, 2004 Report Share Posted January 8, 2004 In a message dated 1/7/2004 2:40:26 PM Eastern Standard Time, mfroof@... writes: Hi, Everyone...Donna....We were told when was 6-7ish that he was 'probably' ADD but because he's so smart, he can compensate for it. Now that he's in HS,and 16, it is so obvious to me but no one will listen because he didn't get the dx. in elementary school. He carries a very high GPA yet is so disorganized and misses easy questions because he will not slow down and proofread, Margaret, the problem often turns up in college when they are left to their own devices, so to speak. n COULD have a very high GPA, but he'll get a C in a class because points were taken off for lateness in handing in assignments (good ole Catholic school mentality). He missed first honors in grade school all the time because of his behavior (never ever bad or disrepectful...he's SUCH a good kid...but just goofy) The disciplinarian at his school called us in this year for really stupid stuff...like Bren came into class with all his clothes on backwards (they have to wear jackets and ties at his school)...or wearing his tux to school (yes he has his own....the kid went to so many proms last year and we still had senior year...we figured it'd be cheaper to buy one...LOL) The disciplinarian conceded that there was nothing he could do about it, as it was within dress code AND he actually thought it was pretty funny...LOL He never ever thinks of consequences until it 's too late. Him losing Maddie in October was the impetus in getting him tested. He was so devastated and baffled....he knew something wasn't right in his head. Keep an eye on Margaret!!! We were always told about those *compensatory* skills. Compensation is good for a bit, but it can catch up to you anyway. Donna Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 14, 2004 Report Share Posted January 14, 2004 In a message dated 1/14/2004 3:26:07 PM Eastern Standard Time, duffey48@... writes: > His other teachers have done this....this guy hasn't. > Apparently, he's implied to n that he feels *Making accommodations for > your > condition is not helping you*. Oh BOY...Duff and I are going to his house > tonight to *have a chat*. Knowing Duff, he's not going to care much about > family friendships tonight!!!!! Hi Donna, What a nerve! We had a similar situation a few years ago with a friend that happened to be the assistant principal at Zeb's school. Pete and I had gone to school with him since elementary. Pete always helped him with his construction projects during the summer months. He would hang out in Pete's shop many times during the summer months. He tied Zeb up in school a few years ago. Pete actually went looking for him. He hasn't been to our house since. He is now a principal at another elementary school that I attend PPT meetings at for another child. He barely can look at me. Friendship does not take precedence or any child's well being. I hope the both of you straighten this guy out. Charlyne Mom to Zeb 11 DS/OCD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 16, 2004 Report Share Posted January 16, 2004 In a message dated 1/15/2004 12:28:28 AM Eastern Standard Time, charlyne1121@... writes: He tied Zeb up in school a few years ago. Pete actually went looking for him. He hasn't been to our house since. He is now a principal at another elementary school that I attend PPT meetings at for another child. He barely can look at me. OMG Charlyne!!!!!! That guy shouldn't even be allowed to BE around kids, never mind teach them!!!!! Sheesh!! I don't blame Pete for trying to go after him....Duff would have been the same. In my post to Ginny, I wrote how that meeting turned out. BTW, Joe called yesterday to tell me that he was on a tough job fixing a heater for over 6 hours....he said he felt that adderall helped. That he kept his cool, stayed calm and stayed with it til it was fixed...something that would have sent him over the edge a couple weeks ago. So, we'll see!!!! Donna Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 16, 2004 Report Share Posted January 16, 2004 In a message dated 1/16/2004 9:32:25 AM Eastern Standard Time, duffey48@... writes: > That guy shouldn't even be allowed to BE around kids, > never mind teach them!!!!! Sheesh!! I don't blame Pete for trying to go > after him....Duff would have been the same. Hi Donna, Your and Pete's friend are pompous a..... They know it all and will say and do whatever to defend their actions. You are a better person than I, kissing him on the cheek. I may have bit it if I got that close,LOL. Charlyne Mom to Zeb 11 DS/OCD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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