This writer met Brandin at his school. Brandin is in Kindergarten at The Minnesota Early Learning Academy in Minneapolis. The interview was recorded and privacy practices were reviewed verbally.
Brandin reported that he lives with his mother and his brother. He also reported that his cousins are attending the same school as him.
This worker asked Brandin about the allegation and why he missed school. He reported that he missed school because he was not feeling well and his mother Ms. Brooks will let him stay home. He reported that he likes staying home and playing with his cousins. He reported his grandmother is also staying with them. Brandin reported no concerns with home and that he feels safe around his mother and his