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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I would consider whether band and PE can be taken pass/fail. And ask him seriously if he'd rather have a study hall than do band. Then go through his classes (just you without him) and figure out what teachers are the most forgiving about late work, repeating tests, etc. Figure out some easy breakfasts that he can just grab, maybe you make ahead or just buy.

You really, really need to figure out what matters and what doesn't. He's pushing back because he's overwhelmed and you're throwing so many requests at him, and he's grappling with having to accept that his brain is different and he needs to try harder.

Your relationship with your son is more important than his grades. It is okay if he goes to summer school, and it is okay if he needs a 5th year of high school or gets some bad grades or goes to a lesser college. You need to take a deep breath and accept him exactly as he is-- a young man who like everyone has strengths and weaknesses, good times and struggle times. Accepting and picking your battles will get the best outcome in the long run.[/quote]

Thank you for this.[/quote]

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