sorry so long, it's a guilt entry

[lizmarie]

I'm trying to think of how to describe today, a banner day if ever there was one. *sigh

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[grammardog]

Has the boy ever been tested for learning disabilities?

[lizmarie]

I had him tested in reading at the beginning of the year. He reads at a 7th grade level. His math scores are low, but when I explain something to him he understands immediately. He has done so little work for so long that he is behind. I don't beleive that it has to do with ability at all. I wish it did, I could find a tutor for him and accomodate a disibility. But I can't teach him to take responsibility for his actions.

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[grammardog]

That must be extremely frustrating for you, especially with a parent who only reinforced his behaviour. Is the student ever frustrated, or does he shrug everything off?

[lizmarie]

I'm frustrated enough for both of us, I think. He does get annoyed, especially when I make him stay inside at recess or lunch. However, things that would really intimidate the other kids, like tearing up his paper, have no effect on him. He just doesn't care.

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[grammardog]

It's so hard working with kids who've never been taught to take any pride in their achievements.