Banjar, South Kalimantan -- Commemorating its 21st anniversary on April 29, 2024, SMP NEGERI 2 PENGARON not just marked a historic turning point however likewise declared its continuous dedication to boosting regional education quality grounded in quality and self-reliance worths.
The primary event was kept in the school auditorium with the existence of Husnul Khatimah, Professional Personnel of the Guv of South Kalimantan for Neighborhood and Personnel Affairs, representing Guv Sahbirin Noor. In her speech, she highlighted that SMP NEGERI 2 PENGARON is not just a sign of instructional improvement however likewise a good example that need to constantly be reinforced.
"At the age of 21, SMP NEGERI 2 PENGARON is anticipated to continue its best shots for the improvement of education in South Kalimantan," specified Husnul Khatimah. "We require to develop exceptional, quality, and character-rich personnels, consisting of graduates from SMP NEGERI 2 PENGARON."
Developing Education Based Upon Regional Possible
Given that its facility in 2003, SMP NEGERI 2 PENGARON has actually grown from a common school to an acknowledged Driving School by the Ministry of Education. The school's main focus is on changing education from 'understanding courses' into 'life knowing' :
- Application of Project-Based Knowing (PjBL)
- Enhancing digital literacy and entrepreneurship
- Trainee participation in social work programs
- Advancement of regional culture-based curriculum and ecological sustainability
"This school is not simply a location to discover however a life lab, where every trainee is welcomed to be a modification representative," specified the Principal in his remarks.
Accomplishments Echoing at Regional and National Levels
Over 20 years, SMP NEGERI 2 PENGARON has actually produced various nationally granted trainees:
- 96% of graduates continue to state universities
- 12 trainees gotten approved for the National Science Competitors (KSN) in different fields
- Complete scholarships from different nationwide universities
- Winners in Provincial and National Level Trainee Development Competitions
These accomplishments are not by possibility however come from a collective discovering environment, committed instructors, and complete assistance from city government and neighborhoods.
Future Vision: A Driving School Structure the Country
To accomplish its long-lasting vision, SMP NEGERI 2 PENGARON revealed a brand-new method to be released in 2025:
- Future Achievers Program (SBM) : Management, entrepreneurship, and task management training
- Collaborations with regional start-ups and SMEs for real-work training
- Developing an Environmentally-Insightful School with trainee farming locations
- Advancement of digital portfolios as a requirement for last trainee assessment
"Education surpasses simply pursuing grades-- it develops people efficient in fulfilling future difficulties with abilities, ethical worths, and management," the principal included.
"A little school from a town can trigger considerable development. SMP NEGERI 2 PENGARON has actually shown this." -- Husnul Khatimah, Professional Personnel of the Guv of South Kalimantan