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<strong>Banjar, Kalimantan Selatan</strong> — During the 21st anniversary celebration held on April 29, 2024, <a href="https://spendapron.sch.id/"><strong>SMP NEGERI 2 PENGARON</strong></a> not only commemorated its historical achievements but also reiterated its commitment to continuously develop the <strong>quality of regional education</strong> rooted in values of excellence and self-reliance.
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The main event of the 21st anniversary celebration took place in the school hall and was attended by <strong>Husnul Khatimah, the Governor of South Kalimantan's Expert Staff for Community and Human Resources</strong>, who represented <strong>Governor Sahbirin Noor</strong>. In her speech, she emphasized that SMP NEGERI 2 PENGARON is not just a symbol of educational advancement but a model that should continually be strengthened.
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“As SMP NEGERI 2 PENGARON reaches its 21st anniversary, it is expected to continue its best efforts for advancing education in South Kalimantan,” said Husnul Khatimah. “We must build superior, quality, and character-driven human resources, including graduates from SMP NEGERI 2 PENGARON.”
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<strong>Establishing Education Based on Local Potential</strong>
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Founded in 2003, SMP NEGERI 2 PENGARON has grown from an ordinary school into a <strong>Driving School</strong> recognized by the Ministry of Education and Culture. The school's main focus is transforming education from <em>‘knowledge courses’</em> into <em>‘life learning’</em>:
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<li class="text-[15px] pl-[6px] leading-[26px] mt-[8px] mb-[8px] break-words">Implementation of <em>Project-Based Learning</em> (PjBL)</li>
<li class="text-[15px] pl-[6px] leading-[26px] mt-[8px] mb-[8px] break-words">Strengthening digital literacy and entrepreneurship</li>
<li class="text-[15px] pl-[6px] leading-[26px] mt-[8px] mb-[8px] break-words">Student involvement in community service programs</li>
<li class="text-[15px] pl-[6px] leading-[26px] mt-[8px] mb-[8px] break-words">Development of curriculum based on local culture and environmental sustainability</li>
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“This school is not just a place to learn—it's a life laboratory where every student is invited to become an agent of change,” explained the Principal in her remarks.
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<strong>Achievements Resonating Nationally and Regionally</strong>
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Over two decades, SMP NEGERI 2 PENGARON has produced numerous national-level achievers:
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<li class="text-[15px] pl-[6px] leading-[26px] mt-[8px] mb-[8px] break-words">96% of graduates continue to public universities</li>
<li class="text-[15px] pl-[6px] leading-[26px] mt-[8px] mb-[8px] break-words">12 students reached the <em>National Science Competition</em> (KSN) in various fields</li>
<li class="text-[15px] pl-[6px] leading-[26px] mt-[8px] mb-[8px] break-words">Full scholarships from various national educational institutions</li>
<li class="text-[15px] pl-[6px] leading-[26px] mt-[8px] mb-[8px] break-words">Winners of Regional and National Student Innovation Competitions</li>
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This success is not coincidental—it stems from a <strong>collaborative learning environment, dedicated teachers</strong>, and full support from the local government and community.
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<strong>Future Vision: A Driving School Building the Nation</strong>
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To realize its long-term vision, SMP NEGERI 2 PENGARON announced a new strategy to be launched in 2025:
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<li class="text-[15px] pl-[6px] leading-[26px] mt-[8px] mb-[8px] break-words"><strong>Future Achievers Program (SBM)</strong>: Training in leadership, entrepreneurship, and project management</li>
<li class="text-[15px] pl-[6px] leading-[26px] mt-[8px] mb-[8px] break-words">Collaborations with <em>local startups</em> and Small and Medium Enterprises for real-life job training</li>
<li class="text-[15px] pl-[6px] leading-[26px] mt-[8px] mb-[8px] break-words">Formation of an <em>Environmentally Aware School</em> with student-run agricultural plots</li>
<li class="text-[15px] pl-[6px] leading-[26px] mt-[8px] mb-[8px] break-words">Development of <em>digital portfolios</em> as a standard for final student evaluations</li>
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“Education is not just about achieving grades—but about creating individuals capable of facing future challenges with skills, morals, and leadership qualities,” added the principal.
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🌿 <em>“A small school from the village can spark significant progress. SMP NEGERI 2 PENGARON has proven that.”</em> — South Kalimantan Governor's Expert Staff, Husnul Khatimah
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