Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education Re-emphasises Culture of Safety in School Environments
Jakarta (ANTARA) - The Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education (Kemendikdasmen) has emphasised the importance of strengthening character and a culture of safety in school environments on the first day of learning after the long holiday for the Sacred Day of Nyepi and Eid al-Fitr 1447 H/2026.
Secretary General of Kemendikdasmen, Suharti, conveyed this emphasis while acting as the flag-raising ceremony instructor at SD Kramat Pela 07, South Jakarta, on Monday.
This first day back at school provides an opportunity for Kemendikdasmen to reignite the enthusiasm of learners across Indonesia to continue cultivating harmony with peers, implementing the 7 Habits of Great Indonesian Children (KAIH), as well as consistently applying the ASRI Indonesia Movement and the PP Tunas policy.
According to her, a safe and comfortable school environment, as embodied in the ASRI philosophy, serves as the primary foundation for the growth and development of learners.
“School culture must be built with a spirit of mutual respect, mutual protection, and upholding tolerance. There should be no more bullying or violence in the school environment,” said Suharti.
She emphasised the importance of instilling healthy living habits through nutritious food consumption, regular exercise, and maintaining a smoke-free environment.
Her side also encourages learners to maintain cleanliness by disposing of and sorting waste, as well as being active in duty rosters and community work activities.
Furthermore, Suharti reminded the importance of creating a beautiful, neat, and orderly school environment, as well as maintaining school facilities to keep them green and sustainable.
She affirmed the five main attitudes that Indonesian students must possess: faith and piety to the Almighty God, respecting parents and teachers, diligent learning, harmony with friends, and loving the homeland.
“Great change begins with small habits performed consistently. Therefore, the seven habits of Great Indonesian Children must continue to be applied in daily life,” she added.
On that occasion, Suharti stated that since 28 March 2026, the government has begun implementing a policy restricting age access to high-risk digital platforms through Government Regulation Number 17 of 2025 on the Governance of Electronic System Operators in Child Protection (PP Tunas).
She urged learners to use gadgets wisely with the 3S principle, namely limiting usage time (screen time), using in the appropriate place (screen zone), and providing rest breaks (screen break).