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A Proud Achievement by a Year 9 Student of SMP Al Siddiq International School, Another remarkable achievement has been accomplished by SMP Al Siddiq International School Year 9 student, Zahira, in the Pancasila Cup II National Taekwondo Championship, which was held at GOR Ciracas from 15–17 May 2026. In the competition, which was conducted smoothly and with great enthusiasm, Zahira successfully won a gold medal and brought pride to the school at the national level. The Pancasila Cup II National Taekwondo Championship is a national-level competition attended by approximately 1,200 athletes from various regions across Indonesia. The competition was divided into four categories: beginner, university student, general, and para-athlete (disability) categories. This prestigious event served as a platform for young athletes to demonstrate their skills, discipline, and sportsmanship in the martial art of taekwondo. Throughout the competition, Zahira demonstrated an outstanding performance with strong determination, discipline, and high self-confidence. Through consistent training and full support from both the school and her family, she was able to deliver her best performance, ultimately securing the championship title and bringing home the gold medal. This achievement stands as evidence that students of SMP Al Siddiq International School are capable of competing at a national level, both academically and non-academically. The tournament opening ceremony was marked by the striking of the gong by Adnan Hamid together with the Chairman of the Pancasila Cup II Organising Committee, Remi Ramadhan El Rasyid. In their remarks, the committee stated that the tournament upheld the values of sportsmanship, mutual respect, and solidarity among athletes. In addition, the competition also involved collaboration with the National Paralympic Committee (NPC), further promoting the spirit of inclusivity within the world of sports. The school expressed its appreciation and pride regarding Zahira’s success in the national competition. It is hoped that this achievement will inspire all students to continue developing their potential, confidently participate in competitions, and build disciplined and resilient character traits. Zahira’s accomplishment also demonstrates that education at SMP Al Siddiq International School is not solely focused on academics, but also strongly supports the development of students’ talents and achievements in various fields. By winning this gold medal, Zahira has proven that hard work, discipline, and determination can lead to outstanding achievements. It is hoped that this success will become the first step towards even greater accomplishments at both national and international levels, while also inspiring the younger generation to continue striving for excellence by upholding sportsmanship and positive values in competition.By Retno Suzanne handayani, Lc, M.pd

The online learning programme at SMP Al Siddiq International School on Friday, 15 May 2026 was carried out with great enthusiasm and active participation from all students. The activity began with a collective dhikr session coordinated by Ustadz Ahmad Toha as part of the school’s spiritual routine before starting lessons. A solemn and orderly atmosphere was evident from the very beginning, even though the programme was conducted virtually through Zoom Meeting. Following the dhikr session, the programme was hosted by Ustazah Retno Suzanne Handayani, who led the activities warmly, communicatively, and with great motivation. The programme then continued with tausiah and student presentation sessions delivered by Zaidan, Emran, Flavia, Chila, Irsyad, and Alfatara. Various engaging topics were presented with confidence and thorough preparation. Irsyad delivered a tausiah on the meaning of Eid al-Adha, highlighting the values of sincerity, sacrifice, and care for others. Meanwhile, Emran discussed the importance of character development in the lives of young people as a foundation for facing modern challenges. Flavia and Chila also presented material on the importance of language skills in building global communication and broadening perspectives in the modern era. In addition to developing students’ confidence in speaking, the programme also served as a platform for nurturing leadership mentality among students. Through presentations, tausiah, and a bilingual session presented by Safa, students were trained to appear confidently in public, deliver ideas in a structured manner, and improve their public speaking abilities from an early age. The programme concluded with a collective prayer led by Kenzie, ensuring that the entire series of activities was conducted in an orderly, educational, and character-building Islamic atmosphere. The school stated that this programme forms part of character education and the development of students’ hard skills, which are highly needed by Generation Z in the midst of global challenges and increasingly competitive future demands. Communication skills, leadership, critical thinking, and the confidence to speak in public are among the important competencies continuously developed within the school environment. Although conducted online, the students’ enthusiasm for learning and active participation remained consistently strong. After the main programme concluded, the online learning activities continued with the distribution of academic assignments according to the Friday subject schedule by the teachers responsible for each lesson. The teachers provided guidance, explanations of learning materials, and structured assignments to ensure that the learning process remained effective. This online learning programme demonstrated that education and teaching can continue optimally even when carried out virtually. With proper preparation and support from all parties involved, online activities are still able to maintain the essence of education while shaping the character and skills of the students of SMP Al Siddiq International School.By Retno Suzanne Handayani, Lc, M.Pd

The Qur’an certification programme for students of SMP Al Siddiq International School was conducted successfully at LPTQ Bekasi on Wednesday, 13 May 2026. The activity was attended by 17 male and female Year 9 students as part of the school’s programme to strengthen Qur’anic competency and foster students’ Islamic character development. The programme took place in an orderly, solemn, and enthusiastic atmosphere from beginning to end. This certification programme aimed to strengthen the students’ memorisation abilities while enhancing their tahfizh competency according to national assessment standards. Through this activity, the students were not only tested on their memorisation skills, but were also guided to develop mental readiness and self-confidence in demonstrating the quality of their Qur’anic memorisation. The certification also served as a form of appreciation for the students’ dedication and discipline in preserving their memorisation of the Holy Qur’an. The Qur’an certification held at LPTQ Bekasi provides significant added value for students, as the certificates awarded are nationally recognised. These certificates may later be used to support applications for further education or as one of the requirements for national scholarship programmes. With this official recognition, the students have become even more motivated to continue improving the quality of their memorisation and Qur’anic abilities. During the assessment process, participants were evaluated based on several key criteria, namely fluency of memorisation, tahsin, tahfizh, and proper etiquette in reciting and presenting Qur’anic memorisation. The assessment was conducted professionally and objectively, ensuring that the results accurately reflected each participant’s abilities. The students appeared highly enthusiastic and worked hard to deliver their best performance throughout the certification process. The activity was supervised by Ustadz Khalid, Lc. as the male students’ mentor teacher, and Ustazah Diah, S.Pd. as the female students’ mentor teacher. Their presence provided moral support and encouragement to all participants throughout the certification examinations. The teachers also continued to offer guidance and motivation so that the students remained calm and confident during the assessment process. Equally important, the group of participants was led directly by the Principal of SMP Al Siddiq International School, Amaldzikrullah, M.Pd.. The presence of the Principal demonstrated the school’s genuine attention and full support towards the development of students’ Qur’anic competencies. This further motivated the students by showing that the school not only focuses on academic excellence, but is also deeply committed to nurturing a Qur’anic generation that is accomplished, well-rounded in character, and prepared to compete in the future.By Retno Suzanne Handayani, Lc, M.Pd

The Academic Competency Test (TKA) for Year 9 students of SMP Al Siddiq International was conducted from Monday to Wednesday, 11–13 May 2026, in the school’s computer laboratory. The activity was carried out in an orderly manner and was marked by great enthusiasm and discipline from all students. The implementation of the TKA became one of the school’s important academic agendas in measuring students’ readiness, competence, and learning achievements before progressing to the next level of education. Throughout the three-day examination period, all Year 9 students participated in the series of tests with a strong sense of responsibility and commitment. Thorough preparation had been carried out beforehand by both the students and the school, covering academic readiness, technical arrangements, and students’ mental preparedness. The atmosphere in the computer laboratory was conducive and well organised, enabling the entire examination process to run smoothly without significant obstacles. The purpose of the TKA was to comprehensively assess students’ academic abilities while also evaluating the learning outcomes achieved during their time at junior secondary level. In addition, the test served as a means of developing students’ discipline, honesty, accuracy, and sense of responsibility in facing technology-based examinations. Through this activity, students were expected to strengthen their self-confidence and readiness to face future educational challenges. The subjects tested in the Academic Competency Test included Bahasa Indonesia, Mathematics, English, and Science. All materials were designed to measure students’ critical thinking skills, conceptual understanding, literacy, numeracy, and analytical abilities in accordance with national educational standards and the demands of 21st-century learning. The computer-based format also helped familiarise students with modern digital evaluation systems. The activity was directly supervised by the Principal of SMP Al Siddiq International, Mr Amal Dzikrulla, M.Pd, who continuously provided motivation and support to all participants. His presence reflected the school’s strong commitment to maintaining high academic standards and ensuring the successful implementation of the TKA. Technical support was also provided by Arief Firmansyah, S.Kom, as the technician, and Muhammad Fathul Ihsan, M.Res, as the IT technician, both of whom ensured that all computer equipment and systems operated optimally throughout the activity. Through the implementation of this TKA programme, SMP Al Siddiq International once again demonstrated its commitment to building an excellent academic culture characterised by discipline and a strong orientation towards international educational quality. Although the activity was quite intensive over the three days, all students continued to show high levels of enthusiasm and discipline. It is hoped that this programme will become a valuable experience for students in developing character, academic preparedness, and adaptability to the advancement of modern educational technology.By Retno Suzanne Handayani, Lc, M.Pd

As part of the implementation of the Cambridge Assessment International Education curriculum, SMP Al Siddiq International School continues to provide learning experiences that encourage students to become active, creative, and innovative in facing future global challenges. The Cambridge curriculum is widely recognised for emphasising the development of analytical thinking, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills. Through this approach, students are not only taught to understand theories, but are also trained to think critically, discover solutions, and apply learning concepts in real-life situations. One clear implementation of this approach could be seen in the science practical activity conducted by Year 7 students in the Science Laboratory of SMP Al Siddiq International School. The activity was directly guided by the school’s science teacher, Muhammad Fathul Ihsan, M.Res, who is also a doctoral candidate at a university in Tokyo, Japan. During the practical session, students carried out experiments on electric currents using batteries and simple electrical circuits. The learning process was conducted through group work, allowing students to discuss, exchange ideas, and collaborate in completing the assigned projects. Through this practical activity, students were encouraged to understand how scientific concepts are directly applied in learning. They not only memorised theories, but also learned to conduct observations, analyse results, and solve problems through scientific experimentation. This science practical programme represents one form of learning that aligns closely with the vision of the Cambridge curriculum, namely to nurture students who possess critical thinking skills, creativity, and the ability to innovate. In addition, project-based learning also helps to develop students’ self-confidence, communication abilities, and collaboration skills. Through direct science practical activities in the laboratory, SMP Al Siddiq International School hopes to inspire a new generation with strong interests in research and technology, while also opening opportunities for future scientists and researchers who are ready to compete on a global level.By Retno Suzanne Handa, Lc, M.Pd