When you’re 8 years old, even a minor inconvenience can send your world into a tailspin.Things get even more complicated when you have special needs.
When you’re 8 years old, even a minor inconvenience can send your world into a tailspin.Things get even more complicated when you have special needs. 
Even though they live closer to another school, LJ’s mother Steph chose Garfield because of the care and attention their staff has always shown her son.
Stretched out on the pavement next to LJ was John Smith, a longtime teacher and the school’s newest ᴀssistant principal. The incredible educator didn’t hesitate for a moment before meeting LJ right where he was, dirt and all!
The pH๏τo went viral, and soon everyone was chiming in with positive remarks about John and the school’s dedication to providing a supportive environment for every child.
This school administrator clearly understands that kids need time and comfort to process their feelings. John was not afraid to get a little dirty if it meant getting through to LJ — and we can all take a page from his book!
