Description

The pseudonym "Krali Marko" was chosen because, like the legendary Balkan hero, this boy shows strength and resilience despite his challenges with ADHD and dyslexia. He struggles academically and with motivation but remains socially strong and adaptable. The name reflects his inner courage, determination, and potential to overcome difficulties, especially through practical skills and sports, symbolizing his fight to succeed against the odds.

SIGNS OF STUDENT DISENGAGEMENT

General Overview
Krali Marko is a child with ADHD diagnosis made at an early age, as well as dyslexia and dyslexia.. He has low grades and low motivation. He is not interested in school subjects. He often misses school because he prepares for competitions, has late training sessions the night before, or is too exhausted from training. He frequently spends his time at home playing computer games. At school, he has very good relationships with peers and teachers but is usually sleepy during classes.

Academic Performance
Krali Marko has had difficulties with reading and writing since first grade. He is interested in math and performs well in arithmetic. However, when tasks are more complex and require multiple steps, he often gives up due to mistakes, incomplete work caused by lapses in focus, or difficulties planning his approach. He frequently does not complete homework and is often unprepared for class. Organizing his workspace is a challenge for him. Despite his high intellectual potential, his poor attention affects his performance. He is often sleepy in class. His mother wants him to get better academically, but the father believes no changes are necessary. He excels in practical problem solving but struggles with theoretical study.

Behavioral and Social Aspects
Krali Marko participates in class discussions, especially when the topics are philosophical, social, or about life issues. He joins group activities and often says lessons are boring. He frequently leaves the classroom to go to the toilet during lessons. He does not argue with teachers or students, even when he feels something is unfair. He enjoys interacting with his peers and generally maintains positive relationships. He is not socially withdrawn and has several close friends. He is very empathetic in his interactions. He adapts well to unexpected events or changes in the classroom environment. He has changed classes twice in two years and adjusted successfully.

Emotional and Personal Factors
Krali Marko has low self-esteem and is aware of his concentration difficulties, though he does not show insecurity in class. He believes he has more skills in sports and wants to develop them further. There are no reports of disruptive behavior or conflicts with teachers or classmates. He behaves respectfully towards teachers and kindly towards peers.

Learning Style
Krali Marko is very social and he prefers learning in groups. He hardly stays in one place for long time, and needs frequent breaks. In individual settings, he is much more focused. He is interested in technology and learns better when material is presented visually through technological tools. Interventions targeting working memory and processing speed would be beneficial for him.

< p>Personal Challenges
Krali Marko’s family does not face socio-economic difficulties or environmental stressors that affect his academic engagement. His parents have a liberal approach and support him in different ways. He has a close relationship with his father, with whom he shares an interest in sports, and his mother helps him with studying. Sometimes parents have different opinions when they talk about his educational goals. They know that they have to limit his screen time, but they cannot set such boundaries for him. The family is involved in supporting his learning process, but sometimes they are critical of teachers. Krali Marko does not display difficult behavior. He is very emotional and experiences tics during intense emotional moments. He recognizes his need for psychological support and frequently meets with a school psychologist to discuss his feelings.