Eleven-year-old Kevin was absent for several days, then returned to school. When you asked for a note from his parents to excuse his absence, he repeatedly replied that he had forgotten it. Finally, one of his friends, Billy, stayed after class and confided in you that Kevin’s parents had thrown him out of their house. After Kevin had spent several days on the streets, Billy’s mother learned of his situation and allowed Kevin to stay at Billy’s house.

The response to the following scenario can be the following. First of all, it is necessary to counsel the school’s counselor and try to collect as much information as possible about Kevin’s situation, his family, and his social surroundings. Afterward, if Kevin seems to be ready to have a chat on the topic, a calm and friendly conversation may happen after classes.

There is no need to bring up the whole lecture on the topic since it can lead to a situation where Kevin will feel very uncomfortable and become very introverted. Moreover, it will be wise to contact Billy’s mother and offer her the possibility of having a conversation with Kevin. Finally, as a last resort, it is possible to directly with Kevin’s parents and, if necessary, contact state abuse authorities.

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Academic.Tips. 2022. "Eleven-year-old Kevin was absent for several days, then returned to school. When you asked for a note from his parents to excuse his absence, he repeatedly replied that he had forgotten it. Finally, one of his friends, Billy, stayed after class and confided in you that Kevin's parents had thrown him out of their house. After Kevin had spent several days on the streets, Billy's mother learned of his situation and allowed Kevin to stay at Billy's house." November 26, 2022. https://academic.tips/question/eleven-year-old-kevin-was-absent-for-several-days-then-returned-to-school-when-you-asked-for-a-note-from-his-parents-to-excuse-his-absence-he-repeatedly-replied-that-he-had-forgotten-it-finally-o/.

1. Academic.Tips. "Eleven-year-old Kevin was absent for several days, then returned to school. When you asked for a note from his parents to excuse his absence, he repeatedly replied that he had forgotten it. Finally, one of his friends, Billy, stayed after class and confided in you that Kevin's parents had thrown him out of their house. After Kevin had spent several days on the streets, Billy's mother learned of his situation and allowed Kevin to stay at Billy's house." November 26, 2022. https://academic.tips/question/eleven-year-old-kevin-was-absent-for-several-days-then-returned-to-school-when-you-asked-for-a-note-from-his-parents-to-excuse-his-absence-he-repeatedly-replied-that-he-had-forgotten-it-finally-o/.


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Academic.Tips. "Eleven-year-old Kevin was absent for several days, then returned to school. When you asked for a note from his parents to excuse his absence, he repeatedly replied that he had forgotten it. Finally, one of his friends, Billy, stayed after class and confided in you that Kevin's parents had thrown him out of their house. After Kevin had spent several days on the streets, Billy's mother learned of his situation and allowed Kevin to stay at Billy's house." November 26, 2022. https://academic.tips/question/eleven-year-old-kevin-was-absent-for-several-days-then-returned-to-school-when-you-asked-for-a-note-from-his-parents-to-excuse-his-absence-he-repeatedly-replied-that-he-had-forgotten-it-finally-o/.

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"Eleven-year-old Kevin was absent for several days, then returned to school. When you asked for a note from his parents to excuse his absence, he repeatedly replied that he had forgotten it. Finally, one of his friends, Billy, stayed after class and confided in you that Kevin's parents had thrown him out of their house. After Kevin had spent several days on the streets, Billy's mother learned of his situation and allowed Kevin to stay at Billy's house." Academic.Tips, 26 Nov. 2022, academic.tips/question/eleven-year-old-kevin-was-absent-for-several-days-then-returned-to-school-when-you-asked-for-a-note-from-his-parents-to-excuse-his-absence-he-repeatedly-replied-that-he-had-forgotten-it-finally-o/.

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