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SMP Al-Siddiq International once again presented an inspiring programme for its students through the Profession Day event, held on Tuesday, 25 November 2025, in the multifunction room on the third floor. The event began at 09.30 WIB and was attended by all students, along with several parents who participated as guest speakers. Profession Day is a programme designed to provide students with insight into various modern professions. Through this activity, students are able to learn directly from experienced professionals, while also building early motivation and aspirations. The first speaker was Dr Dwi Ajeng Rembulan, Sp.OG., a specialist doctor working in the field of care and aesthetics. She is also the mother of Muhammad Adhyatama Athallah, a Year 9 male student at SMP Al-Siddiq International. In her presentation, Dr Dwi Ajeng explained many interesting aspects of being a specialist doctor, ranging from the fields of study involved and the educational journey required, to the challenges and the rewarding nature of the profession. Her explanation broadened the students’ understanding of the vast world of medicine and the opportunities within it. The session continued with Mr Firmansyah, a professional videographer, photographer, and content creator who has collaborated with various major companies, including Gojek. He is the father of Kamayla Zavnura Nur Izzati, a Year 7 female student. Mr Firmansyah introduced various aspects of the digital creative world, from basic videography techniques and the process of content creation to the fast-growing career opportunities in today’s technological era. The students were very enthusiastic, especially when he showcased samples of his work and shared creative tips. The event became even more lively when students were given the opportunity to ask questions directly to the speakers. A variety of interesting questions emerged, covering educational pathways, work experiences, and the challenges faced in each profession. This interactive session became a valuable moment to spark curiosity and encourage a strong learning spirit. Profession Day concluded with a collective prayer as a form of gratitude for the smooth running of the event. Afterwards, all speakers, teachers, and students gathered for a group photo as a meaningful keepsake.By Umair Shoddiq, S.I.Kom

On Thursday, 27 November 2025, the Year 8 girls of Al-Siddiq International Junior High School carried out an engaging and educational Science practical activity. Taking place in the Science laboratory at 08.00 WIB, the students created pinhole cameras using cardboard as part of their lesson on the properties of light. Under the guidance of their Science teacher, Mr Muhammad Fathul Ihsan, M.Res., the students learned the concept that light travels in a straight line. Through constructing a simple pinhole camera, they observed how light entering through a small hole can produce an image on the inner surface of the box. The pinhole cameras helped the students understand basic optical principles directly—showing how light can form an image when directed through a narrow opening. This activity not only strengthened their conceptual understanding but also made the learning experience more enjoyable and meaningful. It is hoped that this practical session will foster curiosity and creativity among the students, while also providing them with a hands-on and engaging Science learning experience.By Umair Shoddiq, S.I.Kom

Al-Siddiq International Junior High School held its National Teachers’ Day celebration on Wednesday, 26 November 2025. Although the official commemoration falls on 25 November, the spirit of appreciation for educators remained warm throughout the series of events attended by students, teachers, and parents. The celebration began at 07.30 WIB on the school field. All participants gathered to listen to a speech by the School Director, Mr Ginanjar Citra Cimarga, M.Pd., who delivered a message of appreciation for the dedication and commitment of teachers in guiding the younger generation. Following the opening speech, the audience enjoyed a performance of Hymne Guru, presented through a collaboration of pupils from the Kindergarten, Primary, and Junior High School units of Al-Siddiq International. The atmosphere grew even more emotional and heartwarming when the event continued with the release of doves, symbolising prayers and positive hopes for all educators. At 09.00 WIB, the programme moved to the multifunction room. The event opened with remarks from the Head of Al-Siddiq International Junior High School, Mr Yusuf Yudhana, S.Pd. Afterwards, the audience was treated to a comedy drama performed by the Year 8 Girls. The play told the story of a former-mafia teacher working in a school for troubled children, with Khumairah Nairi Althafunnisa Isnain playing the lead role as the teacher. The performance sparked laughter while still delivering moral values. The celebration continued with a teacher impersonation segment performed by Muhammad Zaidan Rizqy (Year 9 Boys) and Quirino Aidan Saputro (Year 8 Boys). Both students successfully mimicked the distinctive styles of several teachers in a humorous yet respectful manner. The National Teachers’ Day celebration concluded with the presentation of gifts to the teachers, a joint prayer, and a photo session to capture the warmth and togetherness of the day. Through this series of activities, the Al-Siddiq International Junior High School community hopes to strengthen respect, affection, and appreciation for educators—who stand as the pillars of education.By Umair Shoddiq, S.I.Kom

Bekasi, 12 November 2025 — Another proud achievement has been secured by Al-Siddiq International Junior High School. One of its students, Khumairah Nairi Althafunnisa Isnain, successfully earned first place in the Pre-Teen Pencak Silat Sparring Tournament, held on Wednesday, 12 November 2025, at Taman Mini Indonesia Indah (TMII), Jakarta. This tournament, now in its fourth year, was organised by the Ministry of Youth and Sports (Menpora) and attended by young participants from various regions. The event serves as a platform for young athletes to showcase their silat skills while fostering sportsmanship and a love for Indonesia’s traditional martial arts. Khumairah, an Year 8 female student at Al-Siddiq International Junior High School, delivered an outstanding performance from the very first round. Representing the PSHT (Persaudaraan Setia Hati Terate) silat style, she excelled over her opponents through a combination of strong techniques, agility, and precision in her attacks. She secured a series of victories with convincing scores, ultimately emerging as the first-place winner, bringing honour to the school and to the city of Bekasi in this national-level pencak silat tournament for the pre-teen category. In recognition of her achievement, Khumairah was awarded a gold medal as a symbol of her dedication, hard work, and martial arts mastery. The school expressed its pride and appreciation for Khumairah’s perseverance in training and her commitment to continuous improvement. This achievement serves as new motivation for students of Al-Siddiq International Junior High School to continue striving and excelling in various fields, both academic and non-academic.By Umair Shoddiq, S.I.kom

Students of Al-Siddiq International Junior High School carried out a Project-Based Learning (PJBL) activity themed “The Benefits of Solar Energy for Electricity Generation.” The program began on November 17, 2025, with an introductory session delivered by the Science teacher, Mr. Muhammad Fathul Ihsan, M.Res. During the project, students were divided into five boys’ groups and five girls’ groups, each assigned to design and build miniature structures demonstrating the usefulness of solar power in daily life.From Monday to Thursday, students collaborated actively to create various miniature models. Each model featured solar-powered circuits capable of producing motion (using propellers), light, or sound. Their creative works included miniatures of an airport, lighthouse, café, football stadium, housing complex, and even imaginative models such as the homes of Spongebob, Patrick, and Squidward from the Spongebob Squarepants series. These creations reflect students’ understanding of how solar energy can be applied in diverse technological settings.The highlight of the event was held on Friday, November 21, 2025, at 08.00 AM WIB on the Al-Siddiq school field. The ceremony opened with a melodious recitation of Surah An-Nur verse 35 by Cut Hamidatul Aqila, an 8th-grade student whose family originates from Nanggroe Aceh Darussalam. The event continued with remarks from the School Director, Mr. Ginanjar Citra Cimarga, M.Pd., who praised the students’ hard work and creativity.During the main session, each group presented their miniature projects and explained how they integrated the work with various school subjects such as Science, Mathematics, English, Arts, and Civic Education. The atmosphere became even livelier when kindergarten and elementary school students joined in to explore the exhibition and admire the works of their older peers.In the middle of the event, Mr. Umair Shoddiq, S.I.Kom., the Civic Education teacher, emphasized the importance of understanding citizens’ rights regarding electricity services as stipulated in Law Number 30 of 2009 on Electricity, especially Articles 28 and 29. These articles guarantee citizens’ rights to reliable, continuous, and well-managed electricity services.This PJBL activity not only deepened students’ knowledge of renewable energy but also enhanced their creativity, teamwork, and awareness of the importance of environmentally friendly technological innovation for the future. By Umair Shoddiq, S.I.kom

On Wednesday, November 5th, 2025, the 7th-grade students of SMP Al-Siddiq International participated in an engaging and hands-on learning activity. During their Indonesian Language class, they learned how to write procedure texts using the Bahasa Indonesia Grade 7 textbook from the Merdeka Curriculum.The session was guided by their Indonesian Language teacher, Miss Wafda Nurul Imani, S.Pd., who explained the structure of a proper procedure text—including its purpose, required materials, and step-by-step instructions.To deepen their understanding, the students carried out an experiment by making a homemade water filtration device, allowing them to combine practical activities with writing tasks.Students created the water filter using a recycled plastic bottle. They cut off the bottom of the bottle, flipped it upside down, and placed several filtration layers inside: cotton, soil and sand, and gravel. Water was poured through the top opening—the cut end of the bottle—so the students could observe how each layer helped filter out impurities.Through this activity, the students not only practiced writing procedure texts according to Indonesian language rules but also learned basic scientific principles about filtration.By Umair Shoddiq, S.I.Kom

The morning air in the main hall of Pondok Pesantren Umar Bin Khottob Plus, Gunung Malang, still carried the chill of the highlands. At exactly 7:30 a.m., dozens of students from Al-Siddiq International Middle School sat in a semicircle, each holding a bottle filled with water collected from Mata Air Ciburial—a spring they confidently described as clearer than branded bottled water. Amid the bustle of the Educational Students Night Out (ESNO) 2025, science class took an unusual shape. Instead of desks and whiteboards, students attended a presentation on water pH testing delivered by their Science teacher, Mr. Muhammad Fathul Ihsan, M.Res. With a calm but firm tone, he began with a disarming question: “If water looks clear, does that always mean it’s safe?” A low murmur swept across the room—curiosity awakened. Mr. Ihsan explained the fundamentals of pH, how acidity and alkalinity determine water’s potability, and how natural springs can still carry unseen contaminants. He demonstrated color changes in pH indicators, weaving scientific principles with everyday examples. The session was concise, visual, and sharply focused—Tempo-style clarity in a classroom setting. Holding up the Ciburial sample, he reminded them, “Clarity doesn’t guarantee purity. Science helps us see what the eye cannot.” Students inspected their water samples—comparing clarity, hue, and scent—turning the hall into an impromptu open-air laboratory. Although full testing would take place once they returned from ESNO, excitement was already visible. Each student would later conduct their own pH measurement back at school, using universal indicators or simple pH meters. The follow-up activity was designed not just for observation, but for students to experience the scientific process firsthand. Outside the hall, the noise of ESNO continued. Inside, attention remained fixed on a bottle of mountain spring water, a pH indicator, and a curiosity sharpened by real-world exploration.By Umair Shoddiq, S.I.Kom

SMP Al-Siddiq International successfully held its annual ESNO (Educational Students Night Out) and Field Trip 2025 on 12–13 November 2025, providing students with meaningful educational experiences and valuable character development. At 6:00 AM, students gathered at Bellavista for departure preparation. Before leaving, they received motivational advice from the Principal, Mr. Yusuf Yudhana, S.Pd., followed by a prayer session led by the Committee Chairman and Qur’an Teacher, Ust. Ahmad Toha, M.Ag. At 7:00 AM, two buses—separated for male (Ikhwan) and female (Akhwat) students—departed for the first destination: PETA Museum, located in Central Bogor. Here, students learned about the history of PETA (Defenders of the Homeland), a military force established during the Japanese occupation (1942–1945) that later became the foundation of the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI). They also explored the stories of National Heroes such as General Soedirman, Seoprijadi, General Ahmad Yani, and the 2nd President of Indonesia, Soeharto.Students were also fascinated by the authentic World War II weapons displayed at the museum. The journey continued to a completely different setting: Pondok Pesantren Umar Bin Khottob Plus, located at the foot of Mount Salak, in Gunung Malang Village, Tenjolaya, Bogor Regency. Upon arrival, Mr. Umair Shoddiq, S.I.Kom, as the Event Coordinator, briefed students on rules, manners, cleanliness, and personal safety. For two days and one night, students participated in various character-building activities, including leadership, teamwork, social empathy, environmental awareness, and strengthening their motivation for learning. The refreshing natural scenery—along with the presence of tame deer and wild monkeys leaping among the trees—added joy to their experience. Students also visited the crystal-clear Ciburial Spring, known for its purity and drinkable water. After the evening prayer, Mr. Muhammad Fathul Ihsan, M.Res., the Science Teacher, presented a demonstration on testing water pH. The program continued with the Night Tracking (Jurit Malam) activity, where groups explored the surrounding area and visited four checkpoints supervised by teachers and Scouts. Each checkpoint offered different educational games and challenges. Students then returned to the lodge and enjoyed a warm bowl of meatball soup specially prepared by Ustadzah Diah Santikawati, S.Pd.I., and Ustadzah Mila Febri Wahyuni, Lc. Late at night, students were instructed to rest. The next morning began with group exercise led by Ustadz Abdul Aziz, S.Pd. Afterward, students enjoyed a delicious lunch of grilled tilapia, sautéed mushrooms, and sambal matah, followed by the Dzuhur prayer in congregation. The event officially concluded with the recitation of hamdallah led by Mr. Yusuf, accompanied by instructions for students to clean the area before departure. At 1:00 PM, the two buses carrying all participants departed safely back to Bekasi City. The ESNO and Field Trip 2025 program served as a valuable experience for students—not only as an outdoor learning activity but also as a holistic journey of character formation, Islamic values, love for the nation, and environmental responsibility.By Umair Shoddiq, S.I.Kom

On Thursday, November 6, 2025, SMP Al-Siddiq International held a Parent Study Session at the Al-Siddiq International School Mosque. The event, which started at 10:00 AM (WIB), carried the theme “The Stages of Raising Children: The Example of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)”, presented by Ustadz Abdullah Haris, Lc., M.Pd., who serves as the school’s Islamic advisor. The session began with a Qur’an recitation led by Ustadz Abdul Aziz, S.Pd., followed by an opening speech from the School Director, Mr. Ginanjar Citra Cimarga, M.Pd. In his remarks, he expressed gratitude to the attending parents and highlighted the importance of parental roles in applying the Prophet’s educational example at home. During the session, Ustadz Abdullah Haris explained the essential stages of child education based on Islamic values and the life of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). He emphasized that educating children is a shared responsibility between parents and the school. The event was filled with enthusiasm and reflection from the parents who attended. It is hoped that this program will strengthen the partnership between the school and parents in nurturing a generation with noble character and strong academic achievements.By Umair Shoddiq, S.I.Kom