Photolisting Profile for Mathew W

Mathew W is a 14-year-old boy from Maine who is hoping to be adopted.

Matt is a charming boy (DOB 11/95) with a great sense of humor. He has light brown/blond hair and blue eyes. Matt is usually cooperative, pleasant and playful. He is of average height and build for his age. Matt dresses casually and is usually neatly groomed. He enjoys wearing his camouflaged pants and orange hooded sweatshirt, typically with sneakers. During school recess Matt likes to climb on the jungle gym and use the swing. Matt likes to play soccer and baseball as well. He loves nature, and one of his favorite things to do is look for insects. Matt loves dogs and horses and would really like to have his own puppy. When indoors, Matt likes to play board games, Nintendo and watch television shows. He has a great imagination and loves drawing and coloring creatively. He likes to explore and work with craft materials. Matt loves to write and is presently dictating to make books. He uses the keyboard and alpha smart, which he also enjoys. If his teachers make learning a game, he is easily engaged. He likes art, science and studying animals. Matt also loves gym class. He is receiving help with his speech and language skills. Mat does well in a small, structured classroom and is presently in a modified educational program. Matt needs a predictable routine to do his best and benefits from a consistent and structured environment. He looks forward to his house meetings where he likes to take a leadership role in making decisions. Matt really cares about his peers and has a few good friends. He responds to and asks for affection from his caregivers and readily gives hugs. He looks for and accepts guidance and support from adults. He has begun to have a sense of belonging, trust and safety.