Summary
A North Dakota mom, Lauren Trefethren, was emotional after a parent-teacher conference because her son's teacher focused on his strengths despite his ADHD. The teacher's positive feedback about her son, Ames, who has ADHD, was unexpected and appreciated. The story resonated with many parents who commented on the positive impact teachers can have.
Key Facts
- Lauren Trefethren attended a parent-teacher conference for her son, Ames.
- Ames has been diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
- Lauren expected the conference to focus on Ames’s challenges but was surprised by positive feedback.
- Ames’s teacher, Mr. Jason Hall, highlighted Ames's intelligence and unique qualities.
- Lauren shared her experience on Instagram, where the post went viral with 780,000 views.
- Many parents shared similar positive experiences with teachers in the comments.
- ADHD affects about 7.1 million U.S. children, according to the CDC.
- Lauren advocates for seeing ADHD as a strength rather than a barrier.
