I know that is part of my frustration. I have tried so hard with this kid this year - lots of one on one talking and tutoring - trying to get him to see how other people perceive the things he says and does. And then the minute I am not there, he takes advantage of the situation and goes right back to being an a$$.

I feel like he was just blowing smoke all along. This is one of those I need to not take personally.

V.