“One such “kid” I know whose working parents encouraged him to learn (possibly beyond his talents) later responded to their concerns that he is not gainfully employed – “you encouraged me to go in this direction” …”
Are you suggesting this is Lakewood’s fault?
I just thought it would be relevant to point out, to those who think that kids go off because of gemara and no English studies, that girls in Lakewood also go off at a very high rate.
Has anyone here even asked any of these kids why they are acting this way, instead of assuming?