I am sorry if I misunderstood. As you might guess, working with a similar population as you do, though in a different realm of their lives; I can get a little sensitive about it. I mean, society in general is rather quick to call the kids you describe as losers and give up on them. I apologize for being as touchy as all that.

I do know it's difficult and the system is overbearing. And teachers are some of the most underappreciated people in this country.

I hope you have had some good sleep by the time you read this. (: