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[quote=Anonymous]My SJC DC is no longer a freshman, I am appalled but not surprised by some of the responses given (based on what I see DCUM has to offer otherwise I guess it’s expected but that is really sad for those coming here to get real guidance).  First, my kid struggled also and did not come from public (and even if they did so what?!).  In my case, we saw there were deeper issues around Executive Functioning which were always there but never as evident as DC had always done well before.  DC was evaluated towards the end of freshman year and diagnosed with ADHD and Executive Functioning challenges.  We have been attempting to address all of that ever since.  That may not be your situation but through this I have learned: 1) following your DC in Canvas is a good thing (so you catch things sooner than when it is in PowerSchool); 2) there are plenty of supports available regardless of whether you are in Benilde or Scholars (my DC is in neither).  That said, your DC needs to take advantage of them.  If this is not happening organically, I recommend you (parent) reach out to the Dean assigned to your DC’s class.  That person can personally assist DC and/or connect DC to others who can help (Academic Support after school with staff; peer tutors during the day; give recommendations to parents if more things are needed).  In short, your DC is not the only one.  This does happen.  Do not suffer in silence or wait for support from DCUM.  Hope this helps.[/quote]

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