Success Story: Zina Al-Majdalawi

Zina Al-Majdalawi is a remarkable child, carrying a heart full of innocence and facing challenges from a very young age. Early in her life, she experienced a serious health incident that affected her cognitive development and learning ability, making her educational journey particularly difficult.

Although her age placed her in third grade, her academic level was closer to first grade—she could only write a single letter. With no option to place her in a lower grade, a compassionate and courageous decision was made to enroll her in third grade, accompanied by a sincere promise: “I will take care of her as if she were in her own grade.”

At first, Zina was scared—scared of the classroom, the teacher, her classmates, and the laughter that could hurt her feelings. On the first two days, she held her mother’s hand tightly, seeking comfort and safety. But with care, kind words, and emotional support, her fear gradually began to fade.

The classroom transformed from a place of fear into a safe space. Zina started enjoying attendance, then began coming alone, and eventually arrived an hour or two before class, shyly asking:
"Has class started?"
When told, “Not yet,” she would patiently wait—never wanting to miss a single moment of learning.

Zina was supported according to her abilities, without pressure or comparisons, through simple, steady steps that matched her understanding. With every smile and word of encouragement, her confidence grew. She began to feel capable, accepted, and loved.

Zina’s story is not just about learning—it is about patience, care, and the belief that every child deserves a real chance, no matter how difficult the beginning.
And her journey continues, full of hope and progress.