Your brief description suggests that this high school student has been through a lot. He probably does not feel very secure, safe, or good about himself.

I share your anger that your school system did nothing until he was frustrated and acting out. You need to do two things as a first step. Act now before he does give up.

It is highly likely that New York has a school student records act that allows for parents to review and challenge contents and accuracy of any school record.

Dyslexia is a hereditary condition, so if you have a history of dyslexia in your family, it’s a good idea to get information now so that you can catch early warning signs in your own children

Learning even just one language is a complex process. But young children have the potential to learn more than one language.