Going well

Just a quick update to let you know that Marcus is doing really well on the trip to California. The plane flight was uneventful. There was boredom for sure, but no worrisome behavior. Time with family has been great. He's still too loud and can get antsy and paces, but all has gone really well. He's been charming with my mother, helping her get around. He's like a different kid. So far so good. We have another two days and then we're back on the plane home. Keep your fingers crossed that the rest of the trip goes as well as it has so far.

Merry Christmas to all.

Three months in

Well, we are three months into the six months Marcus has been on the ACD. Mostly, he has avoided violence. He's had the few incidents I have already written about but no police. I'm hoping that this hard work with get noticed by Halpern, his home high school. So far, they are reticent to take him back. Maybe reticent is too light a word - they are not willing to take him back at this point. Although, I haven't heard lately whether his mostly positive behavior has changed their minds. I plan on contacting them myself after the holiday break to begin a conversation about his return.

Another piece of good news is that his usual one-to-one aide is back working with him. I'm so glad. She really cares about Marcus and knows his sweet side. Marcus says she's more distant than before though. I told him that's understandable given how he has treated her. Hopefully, he will earn back her trust.

... Just a brief update.