What if it backfires though?

Sam gave a tiny nod.

James drove Sam to the new kindergarten himself. He'd already filled them in on Sam's situation. The teachers couldn't give him special treatment, but they had to keep an eye on him and report any issues right away.

The principal, thinking about James's huge donation to the school, was totally on board.

The principal came out to meet them at the gate.

Ben and Isabella knew Sam was starting today. ...