My Name is Jayden

AGE: 14

GRADE: 8TH

Jayden is described as charming, with a great sense of humor. His foster parents have seen his caring nature and bravery through out his placement with them. Jayden enjoys outdoor activities like camping, tubing, and swimming. Jayden also has a love for dinosaurs. He enjoys learning all aspects about them including their history. He has a great imagination, loves to draw super heroes, and play video games.

When asked what he wants to do when he grows up, he says that he wants to be either a paleontologist and stay in the Southwest, or an oceanographer in New York or California. But for now, Jayden states that he wants to live in a small rural area with a family who can be "understanding about his grades" and is "not too strict."

Jayden, however, will do best in a family that communicates appropriate expectations, provides clear boundaries, and has the ability to parent without engaging in power struggles, while demonstrating patience, which will allow him the time he will need

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to develop a trusting relationship with his forever family.