Thanks to everyone, I appreciate the participation so far. I asked this question so I could be better prepared in approaching him - so I haven't spoken to him a

Thanks to everyone, I appreciate the participation so far. I asked this question so I could be better prepared in approaching him - so I haven't spoken to him and don't know any details beyond the fact that he is being brought into a meeting with the Principal for breaking into the system. I'll post more when I speak with him. What worries me the most is that his parents and school are pretty much as described in some of these comments - scared of what they don't understand. I've spoken with the parents and done my best to let them know that this is bad, yes, but not something to be punished. This kid really has a gift. I can understand their concerns, however, when he (as a 13 year old) is so sure of his talent that he considers academics unimportant. Now that I think of it, if there is any recommended reading for the PARENTS of budding hackers? If not, that might be a good idea for someone out there...