Gary Steiger
Palatine High School
1111 N. Rowhling Rd.
Palatine IL, 60074
Mr. Steiger,
I am writing with the hopes of reintegrating to Palatine High School. I was placed at Academy-North in October of 2014 for problems following directions and being physically aggressive. I also struggled with truancies I was in fights because people aggravated and disrespected me. When I felt that I had been disrespected, sometimes I got so angry that I would snap- looking back, I often did not even remember what I had done. At the time, I had a hard time calming myself down and controlling my emotions.
Since arriving at Academy-North I have learned to calm my self down and control my self. by walking away from situations and working through my emotions with staff members. I had the opportunity to participate at a work site at the Buehler YMCA and work with students with disabilities. I have learned patience and team work. The worksite also helped me to find a job in the community. I am now focused on my future and completing high school.
If I am permitted to return to Palatine, it would reflect my changed perspective- I would be focused on graduation and my school work. I would also be interested in taking the building/ construction class. I will use what I learned at Academy-North to better handle my frustrations better. I will choose my peers more carefully, and if I become frustrated, I will work to not make the situation worse. I will speak to my therapist or Ms. Weith, rather than taking things into my own hands.
Thank you for considering me for reintegration.
Sincerely,
Victor Serrano
Wednesday, 20 May 2015
Goals
Attendance
I will increase my attendance to 95% in the first quarter of the 2015-2016 School year.
Impulse Control
When I feel that I am disrespected, I will will remove myself from the situation, calm myself down, and talk to an supportive person.
School Appropriate Behavior
I will use technology appropriately, and attend all my classes (reduce tardies), and stay awake during instruction.
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