Teen plays sports and guitar, draws and writes poetry

Kenneth, 17, has many interests and participates in a variety of activities. Very energetic and athletic, he likes sports and plays basketball and volleyball. Music is also a big part of his life. He plays the guitar and recently started taking piano lessons. Kenneth's creative side is evident from his skillful drawings and the poetry he writes. Friendly, respectful, and courteous, he rarely has a problem in his foster placement or at school.

Kenneth does well in school in regular education classes, maintaining a B average. He will enter the 12th grade in the fall and hopes to attend college and major in business administration. An independent teen, Kenneth has a part-time job after school and has his driver's license.

Kenneth has experienced many separations, losses, and disappointments in his young life and would benefit greatly from the permanence, commitment, and guidance an adoptive family could provide. The family should be open to the support services Kenneth needs. He is close to his younger brother, and the contact should be maintained. He is eligible for financial subsidy.