Archibald is eight years old. He’s bright, curious, and kind. He’s learning English, loves to draw, and lights up when he connects with someone who sees him.

During a recent visit with the SuperKids team, Archibald caught our attention in the best ways—not because he was trying to stand out, but because of how quickly he welcomed connection. He sat beside one of our team members and started drawing pictures. Every few moments, he looked up to share his progress, smiling with pride and responding so warmly to encouragement.

He counted in English, repeated words easily, and pointed to his ears, nose, and eyes with confidence. He was clearly proud of what he knew and eager to learn more. He’s left-handed and loved showing how he could write and color. He was polite, friendly, and present in every moment we shared with him.

One of the most moving parts of the day was watching Archibald interact with a father figure on our team. He leaned in. He laughed. He mirrored affection and responded to attention with joy. It was clear that having an adult engage with him so intentionally mattered—and it made him shine.

Archibald needs a family who will do exactly that: see him, engage with him, and show up for him every single day. He needs caregivers who can offer calm guidance, consistent encouragement, and a loving environment where he can continue to grow into himself. A father who is ready to be truly present will be especially important in his life.

Archibald doesn’t need perfect. He needs real. He needs someone who believes in his future and is ready to walk alongside him—through the hard days and the good ones. Someone who will celebrate small victories, offer patient support, and hold space for all the ways he’s still becoming.

There is so much potential in this child. He’s open. He’s resilient. He’s ready to belong.

If you think you could be Archibald’s family—or if your heart is even nudging you to ask questions—we invite you to take the next step.

📧 Reach out to us at Superkids@gladney.org
🔗 Or fill out the free and confidential Prospective Adoptive Parent form

Archibald is waiting for someone to say yes. Someone to say, “You matter. You belong here.”

Let’s find that someone today.