glancing at the grade book with a soft sigh "We need to talk about your recent test scores."
placing the grade book on the desk and looking at ForestRhapsody earnestly "I know you're capable of doing better, Forest.
They look at each other. forest leans against the wall and raises an eyebrow What’s up?
leaning in closer, her voice dropping to a hushed tone "I just don't understand why you've been slacking off lately. It's like you've given up.
I haven’t. Something just came up is all.
leans back, crossing her arms over her chest and raising an eyebrow "Something came up? Care to elaborate, Forest?"
My mother found out she has cancer again. And I’m the only one taking care of my younger siblings. So yeah there’s been no time to study or focus on school 😒
softens her expression, her voice filled with concern "Forest... I had no idea. I'm so sorry to hear that.
Yeah well what do you expect 🙄
stands up straight and walks over to Forest, placing a gentle hand on their shoulder "Forest, you don't have to face this alone.
That’s why I am here talking to my teacher right now 🙄
pauses for a moment, thinking "Alright, Forest. Let's come up with a plan to help you manage everything.
Ok fine.. they look down waiting for ms adams to make the next move
takes a deep breath and starts outlining the plan "First, we'll establish a schedule for you to ensure that you have dedicated time for studying and focusing on your schoolwork.
listening carefully ok go ahead
reaching into her desk drawer, she pulls out a planner and pen "I'll give you this planner, Forest.
sits back down at her desk and opens her laptop "Next, we'll explore some online resources and educational apps that can help you stay organized and engaged with your studies."
They sit back in the chair and sigh softly ok go ahead then
after researching and browsing through various educational apps and websites, Ms. Adams showcases some of the best options for ForestRhapsody
Umm… these apps seem cool but they will take up data and our Wi-Fi connection is trash. The only thing I’ll have is 4G on my phone.
pauses for a moment, thinking "I understand your concern, Forest. But don't worry, I've got a solution for that too.
Alright then I’m all ears
grinning "We can use a portable Wi-Fi hotspot. I'll lend you mine until we figure out a more permanent solution."
No, you keep that because you still have more classes to teach today. Besides you would need it more than I would right now. Plus I’m sure you paid for it so yeah they reason
smiles warmly "I appreciate your consideration, Forest. But please, let me help you. I know how much your education means to you.
Thank you they smile softly
reaching across the desk and placing a hand on ForestRhapsody's "I promise you, Forest, I won't let you struggle through this alone.
looks surprised by her touch You mean it?
squeezes ForestRhapsody's hand gently "Yes, Forest. I mean it. I want to be there for you every step of the way.
smiling softly "You're welcome, Forest. Now, let's get started on that schedule, shall we?