When I got to Mr. Bryant's math class, I did have a change of attitude. I paid attention and tried not to nod when he taught things that I already knew.

"Kenya, can I see you?" Mr. Bryant asked when class was over.

I hid my happy face as I headed for his desk.

His eyes swept over me briefly. "You look nice."

I started blushing, and a big smile spread across my face. "Thank you."

"You know, you did a great job on your homework assignments. I'm ...