If you knew your kid wasn’t ready

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I let my son know he can stay and go to the community college if he needs more time. I think part of the hesitation is that they didn't get a proper senior year, college visits, etc. It's like not getting closure on a relationship. Plus he's only 17, so he is on the younger side. I just ask that he take classes locally rather than a full gap year.

Oh my goodness. That statement about closure or lack there of is so accurate.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Similar boat to OP. When focused, son is obviously very bright. ADHD-diagnosed, he takes forever to get going on things. Anyone with similar stories, and positive/negative outcomes? Gap year, assuming maturity plus a job can help with focus? Kid surprised you once they left home?

OP here. Yes we have that in the mix as well.