My next door neighbor’s kid just finished 6th grade. He hates school. He couldn’t wait for summer vacation to start so he could work on his grandpa’s farm. He’s been doing stuff like skidding logs for the last couple of years, at least. While in school (I sub there) he is sullen and convinced he’s stupid. Later that afternoon while doing chores he’s cheerful and full of energy.
If school doesn’t crush his spirit, he’ll do fine.
Sounds like a great kid. As usual, the educational establishment shows their hatred for kids when they keep shoving the whole college for all scam.
One of my other kids had little use for school beyond the basics. He is a trucker and loved the lure of the road.