Followup on the Bad Day at School

Before we left for home that Tuesday, Mr. Hernandez, the principal, called Nick and me into his office and said he was going to call Nick and the other kid into his office first thing in the morning. He wants them each to give their story in front of the other. He has some more information and will interject to see what their reactions are. He asked Nick to just stick to his story and tell the truth. I know Nick can do that. He has never ever lied to me about anything! Anyway, he has his story straight. Mr. Hernandez asked him to write everything down, which he did. So he is all ready for the big meeting in the morning. Keep him in your prayers so he can be strong and be calm. He is a very sensitive kid. I sure do love him and I wish he did not have to go through this!!!

Everything we really well Wednesday morning. Mr. Hernandez let us know that he called Crime Stoppers and that a policeman would be at the meeting. Before they even had the meeting the other kid admitted what he did, so Nick did not have to go to the meeting. Mr. H just came and got his written statement. The other kid will be on long term suspension - meaning he will not be able to attend Cortez or any other school in our district. Nick was very relieved. He was so strong. I can't believe how tough he was through all of this. He never wavered and he really stood up for himself on this one. He was never forceful, just steady. What a great young man!

They asked if we wanted to press charges. We decided to just let the school handle it. As long as that kid is away from Nick, we are satisfied. I really emphasized to Nick last night that the truth would prevail. And it did!!