Aww, hugs to you and your little boy. It sounds like he felt bad about his meltdown and is trying to find it within himself to conform.....so good that you talked to the principal.

How many times have we all heard, "Oh, they usually level out by the third or fourth grade." Why do you think they level out? It's because they are forced to conform is my guess. It's so good to hear that you want more for your child than that. He sounds like a sweetheart.

Good luck with everything.

Martie