Withdraw from Student Care Centre

On Tuesday morning, I spoke to my friend Teresa. She is the Principal of the Student Care Centre which Matt attends. I have informed her our intention to withdraw Matt from the Student Care Centre.

As a friend, she cautioned me about the 'dangers' ie. Matt might mix with bad company or might neglect his studies due to lack of parental guidance and supervision. She also said that he might not be ready for this change. Although, at this age the kids wants to assert their independence. I tend to agree with her on this point. However, Alvin said we should give Matt a chance to try it out. Well, if it doesn't work out Teresa said that Matt can stil return to the Student Care Centre.

I am in a dilema because part of me wants Matt to be in a safe and positive learning environment, and yet I want him to learn to be independent!

We are trying to find tuitions for Matt on Wed and Thu mornings so as to keep him occupied. I have made him sign a letter to ensure that he keeps his '10 promises'. It is a list of tasks that he has to fulfill. Otherwise, we'll sent him back to the Student Care Centre.

I pray that this arrangement would work!