In celebration of the 81st Anniversary of the Independence of the Republic of Indonesia, Al Siddiq International Kindergarten held its Independence Day Competitions and Family Gathering on Saturday, 22 August 2026. The event took place on the school field and was attended by pupils together with their parents or guardians. From early morning, the atmosphere was filled with joy, enthusiasm, and a strong sense of togetherness, making this year’s Independence Day celebration particularly special.
The event began with pupils and parents arriving at school for registration from 8:00 a.m. Once all participants had gathered, the programme officially commenced at 8:15 a.m. with an opening by the Master of Ceremonies, followed by an ice-breaking session that created an even warmer and more enjoyable atmosphere. The event then continued with a welcome address from the Head of Al Siddiq International Kindergarten, officially opening the day’s activities.
To start the programme with plenty of energy, pupils and parents took part in a group exercise session. Performing the exercises together created a cheerful atmosphere while also providing a wonderful opportunity to strengthen the bonds and teamwork between children, parents, and teachers. With everyone energised and ready, the participants then prepared themselves for the various competitions that had been arranged.
The first competition was the Block-Building Challenge, designed for Kindergarten A and Kindergarten B pupils. In this individual competition, the children were challenged to run and then arrange blocks according to a given example. The challenge required not only speed but also concentration, observation, the ability to follow instructions, and accuracy in completing the task. The children who completed the challenge in the fastest times had the opportunity to advance to the final round.
The competition was lively and full of excitement. The children enthusiastically gave their best, while parents and teachers cheered them on with encouragement and support. After a series of exciting rounds, the winners of the Block-Building Challenge were 1st Place: Khalid from Kindergarten B Fatimah Azzahra; 2nd Place: Zocka from Kindergarten A Ruqoyah; and 3rd Place: Khaira from Kindergarten A Zainab. Congratulations to all the winners and to every participant who showed courage and enthusiasm in taking part!
The excitement continued with the Parents’ Bean Relay Challenge. In this competition, fathers and mothers were challenged to work together to complete a relay involving five beans, using chopsticks, in the fastest possible time. Requiring coordination, teamwork, and concentration, the competition successfully brought laughter and excitement to the entire event. The parents enthusiastically worked together to overcome the challenge and reach the finish line.
After an exciting and closely contested competition, the winners of the Bean Relay Challenge were 1st Place: Ajla’s parent from Kindergarten A Ruqoyah; 2nd Place: Medina’s parent from Kindergarten A Zainab; and 3rd Place: Alea’s parent from Kindergarten A Zainab. Congratulations to all the winners! Equally important, appreciation goes to all the fathers and mothers who participated and demonstrated such a wonderful spirit of togetherness throughout the activity.
The Independence Day Competitions and Family Gathering was not merely an opportunity to celebrate Indonesia’s Independence Day, but also offered numerous benefits for the children’s development. Through the competitions, children learned about sportsmanship, courage, independence, concentration, following rules, and accepting results graciously. They also gained valuable experience in performing in front of others and interacting with their friends in a fun and supportive environment.
For parents, the event provided an opportunity to become directly involved in their children’s learning and play experiences. Their presence and participation helped strengthen the bond between parents and children while encouraging more positive communication. For the wider Al Siddiq International Kindergarten community, the Family Gathering also served as a meaningful opportunity to strengthen relationships among parents, pupils, teachers, and the school.
Through this celebration, Al Siddiq International Kindergarten sought to introduce the values associated with independence from an early age in a way that was enjoyable and closely connected to children’s world. Enthusiasm, teamwork, sportsmanship, courage, and togetherness are important values that the school hopes will continue to grow within every pupil.
With the support of parents and teachers, the 81st Anniversary of the Independence of the Republic of Indonesia became not only a joyful celebration but also a meaningful experience that created wonderful memories for the children and their families.
By Inka Amalia, S.Pd