'He's the one who's educating us': Edmonton student with a rare aging disorder tackles Grade 1

Like many six year olds, Alex Whitford was pumped up about starting Grade 1 this fall.
Earlier this month, he sauntered out of Mrs. Colwell’s classroom at LaPerle Elementary School, deftly dribbling a basketball.
He’s learning to write. He wants to play hockey. He’s enthralled with Captain America. Teacher Karen Colwell says the kid truly busts a move when she turns on music in class.
“He’s a great conversationalist,” Colwell said, beaming. “He’s n