Ashley Archambault (not pictured) is taking a hands-off approach to her son's schooling this year.
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- My son had a difficult time in school the last two years and almost failed.
- He pulled it together and passed, but I decided I'd approach this year differently.
- I'm taking a more hands-off approach and letting him learn to manage his own schooling.
In Florida, where we live, third grade is the first school year students are issued grades in their four core subjects.