Dalton, 18 years old, NE | 61 DAYS WAITING

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Dalton entered the custody of the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) after his adoptive parents requested his removal from their home due to escalating behaviors. Eventually, they relinquished their parental rights. Since then, Dalton has been living with his foster dad. Dalton is extremely intelligent, and when he sets his mind to something, he can achieve it. He has a strong passion for the military and is highly skilled at using his hands to create various mechanisms. Dalton is a fun kid and is very enjoyable to talk to.

Dalton and his team struck a deal: if he could avoid missing any school days for a specific period, he would earn a new phone. Since then, this agreement has sparked a newfound motivation in Dalton to attend school and engage more actively in his classes. Currently, he doesn't own a working phone, and as a teenager, having one would not only be practical but also provide him with a sense of belonging among his peers.