<p>Well…You all were kind enough to help us think through some difficult things, and I promised to let you know what happened, so here goes: as we expected, the appeal was unsuccessful. We’ve suggested that he come home and attend nearby state school which is still registering and get his GPA up which might enable him to transfer to a better school in the fall. He still feels connected to the place, to friends, etc.–wants to stay there and work. He’s beginning to fill out transfer apps. We can’t imagine what kind of job he can find with a high school education that will pay enough to live in a reasonably secure location, eat, etc. He has no car, so would have to depend on public transportation. His “life skills” are pretty lacking, so this would definitely be an education for him. I can see this being a good “grow-up” period, but I’m also concerned that the break will really cost him educationally. Also, I’m concerned that if he applies to transfer to better schools with his very low GPA and no proof that he can do better, will it torpedo his chances of ever being accepted there? Would it make sense for him to call or email someone in their admissions office, tell his story, and ask what he would need to do to have chance of transferring to their school?</p>