November 2023

Bekasi, November 2023, The Project Based Learning (PJBL) activity for Al Siddiq International Primary School pupils on this occasion focused on recycling unused or waste paper into paper pulp. This pulp was then transformed into creative art pieces in the form of moulds, such as maps of the Indonesian islands and various animal shapes, which were later painted with watercolours. The activity began on Wednesday, 25 October 2023, with all primary pupils gathering in the Al Siddiq International School courtyard. Each pupil was organised into work groups. Year 1 pupils were instructed to squeeze the paper pulp, collecting the residue in buckets for moulding. Meanwhile, Years 3 and 4 first sketched maps of Indonesian islands on boards, before carrying out the same pulp-squeezing process as the younger pupils. The excitement of this project lay in the fact that it was a first-time experience for many of the pupils. After squeezing the pulp, they moulded it into animal-shaped containers and onto island sketches. The moulds were then left to dry under the sun. A week later, the activity continued as pupils prepared their own watercolours to paint the dried moulds. Year 1 pupils created colourful, playful works of art from the pulp creations, while Years 3 and 4 were tasked with colouring their island boards more systematically. This activity also served as a lesson in recognising land and sea boundaries, as well as different landforms through colours. The final works were later assessed by each class teacher. [Red]By ESTY INDRASWARIANI, S.Sos

One of the main focuses of Al Siddiq International is the internalisation of Qur’anic values. The school places great emphasis on Islamic religious education within its daily curriculum, with the aim of shaping pupils who not only understand but also practise the teachings of the Qur’an in their everyday lives. The Tahfidz al-Qur’an Programme is one of the school’s hallmarks, in which pupils are gradually guided to memorise the Qur’an under the supervision of experienced teachers. This programme is not solely about strengthening memorisation skills, but also about deepening pupils’ understanding of the meanings of the Qur’an. The learning process is designed so that pupils are able to apply Islamic teachings in their daily conduct, both at school and at home. By instilling Qur’anic values from an early age, Al Siddiq International provides its pupils with a strong spiritual foundation that is expected to serve as a guiding principle throughout their lives. Religious education here is not merely theoretical; it encourages pupils to grow into individuals of noble character and virtuous conduct.

Bekasi – November 2023, Another exciting field activity was organised for our friends, the pupils of Al Siddiq International Kindergarten. In the first week of November, they visited a nearby supermarket to learn how to shop independently. The chosen destination was Tip Top Supermarket, Pondok Gede, Bekasi. This experience was eagerly anticipated by the pupils, who could hardly wait to set off for the location by taking public transport (angkot). Through this journey, they were also taught how to hail a public minibus, sit properly and calmly during the ride, and even pay their own fare. Upon arrival, the pupils, accompanied by the headteacher and teachers, lined up to enter the supermarket and took baskets to place the items they would purchase. Beforehand, they had been given guidance on choosing safe and healthy food and drinks. They were then divided into groups, with each group supervised by teachers. The next stage, after selecting their items, was heading to the cashier to make payment. Using the money they had brought, the children practised paying for their chosen goods themselves. Alhamdulillah, the transactions went smoothly, and the pupils were delighted to bring home their favourite food and drinks after completing the process independently. The return journey was once again made by angkot. Back at school, the pupils sat neatly in class to enjoy the items they had bought. This valuable learning experience left a lasting impression, as the children gained practical knowledge on paying for public transport, proper behaviour while travelling, choosing useful items, making payments at the cashier, and practising discipline while shopping. Good job, kids! [Red]By Esty Indraswariani, S.Sos