July 10 2019
Z Generation Solidarity Appreciates Differences Through Inter-Faith Activities

"FOSTERING THE SPIRIT OF SOLIDARITY IN GEN Z THAT RESPECTS DIFFERENCES, THROUGH INTERFAITH ACTIVITIES"

"Sekolah HighScope Indonesia teaches students to respect differences, to allow differences, to Encourage differences, until differences no longer make a difference".

As of late there has been an increase in the number of cases of intolerance between religious communities in the country, which are considered to tarnish inter-religious harmony and also injure democracy, one of the causes is the loss of the value of respecting and appreciating religious differences in society. This is due to the lack of education and cultivation for tolerance and respect for differences instilled in the nation's children from early on. Therefore, Sekolah HighScope Indonesia is committed to instilling and implementing the values ​​of tolerance and respecting differences in all of its students.

Some may think that tolerance is something trivial, but the impact of this is negative. Many of the problems that occur today usually stems from "not being able to realize respect for others, for one thing, for all differences." Many problems can arise due to a lack of understanding, which results in fighting, division & lack of tolerance.

In order to provide an understanding of the concept of respecting difference and tolerance to all its students, Sekolah HighScope Indonesia held an interfaith activity entitled 3R (Ramadhan, Retreat, Recollection). This activity aims to teach students to appreciate differences and implement the values ​​of tolerance in order to strengthen belief and faith in God Almighty, among others through prayer or reflection.

The 3R theme raised this year is "ABC Generation: Becoming Adaptive, Brave and Creative Religious Millennials for the Good of Others". This theme was chosen so that students can become agents of tolerance that are adaptive (able to fit in any environment), be brave (be the voice to share the spirit of mutual respect in facing any challenges), and use creative ways (adjusted with today's digital technology). Everything is collaborated to bring good to all religious communities in society.

This 3R activity is held annually in the month of Ramadan, which is since 2004. Although this activity is held during the month of Ramadan, this activity is not only attended by participating students who are only Muslims, but also students of other religions, namely: Christians, Catholics, Hindu and Buddhist. In this activity, student activities are generally divided into 2, namely activities that are in accordance with the religious background of each student, and joint activities of all students regardless of their religious background.

The series of 3R activities in 2019 started on Tuesday, 28 May 2019 and ended the next day. The school requires all students to take part in this activity for 2 days at school.

The 3R activity started with the Opening, Hopes & Dreams, and Ice Breaking sessions which were attended by all students. Then continued with a talk show session from Rumah Singgah Erka (Rumah Kita) for all students, with speakers: Ridwan, The Indonesian Children's Ambassador to the United Nations and Hadi, from the Beatbox Anak Marjinal community.

Ridwan, a representative of Duta Anak Indonesia, defines tolerance as connected with caring for other people who are underestimated by society. He expressed that: "Tolerance is how we as humans can help others regardless of their background, religion, economic status, ethnicity, and others, with the aim of human solidarity so that the people we help can then rise from their difficulties and become strong and independent individuals. "

Meanwhile, Hadi, from the Beatbox Anak Marjinal community, demonstrated to students that although these marginalized children can be said to be socially and economically disadvantaged, with proper care and guidance, from among them can emerge unexpected talents and skills, and that in this case, what they really need is the care and the opportunity to develop their talents and skills. This is where students are reminded again that as children whose lives are more fortunate than these marginalized children, that they can express gratitude for their lives by caring and sharing with friends who are not quite as fortunate.

After the opening session has concluded, then the students will take part in sessions in accordance with their respective religions. As an illustration, when Muslim students carry out their obligations to perform Isya and Tarawih prayers in congregation, students who are Christians, Catholics, Hindus & Buddhists do their respective practices to fathom faith in their respective areas, by inviting each religious leaders as guest speakers. There they discussed how their faith is reflected in all their actions that bring a spirit of tolerance and solidarity with others, especially in today's digital era.

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OTHER EVENTS

Strengthening the Spirit of LOVE FOR INDONESIA

through the 75th Anniversary of the Independence of the Republic of Indonesia

NEW NORMAL

To celebrate the 75th anniversary of the independence of the Republic of Indonesia in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, Sekolah HighScope Indonesia conducted a solemn event in this New Normal era, by utilizing online technology to hold a Virtual Flag Ceremony for the Independence of the Republic of Indonesia. The event, which was held this morning, involved 2,925 elementary, middle school and high school students along with approximately 1000 school directors, principals, teachers, employees, and parents of students from all HighScope Indonesia Schools in Java, Sumatra and Bali: SHI TB Simatupang, SHI Kelapa Gading, SHI Alfa Indah, SHI Kuningan, SHI Bintaro, SHI Pluit, SHI Rancamaya, SHI Bali, SHI Medan, SHI Bandung and SHI Palembang took part in this online ceremony.

What's interesting about this ceremony is with the virtual choir of 348 students from all HighScope Indonesia Schools. This collaborative project is led by Hendro Ismoyo Jati, the HighScope Indonesia Institute's K-12 Management and Quality Coordinator of the HighScope Indonesia Institute, fully supported by the music and film teachers of HighScope Indonesia Schools.

THE SPIRIT OF LOVE FOR  INDONESIA

"Sekolah HighScope Indonesia teaches students to respect differences, allow differences, encourage differences, until differences no longer make a difference."

The values ingrained in the slogan above are in line with Indonesia’s National Motto of Bhinneka Tunggal Ika. HighScope Indonesia upholds these noble national values ​​by continuing to instill these values ​​in our students through various learning experiences that reflect real conditions that occur in the world.

In welcoming the 75th Anniversary of the Independence of the Republic of Indonesia, Sekolah HighScope Indonesia holds a Week to Commemorate Independence Day where in each school, HighScope students are encouraged to foster a sense of pride as Indonesians and love for the nation through every learning activity.

During the morning meeting, the students discussed important events surrounding The Proclamation and dissected the meaning of independence. The teachers use independence as a theme for the learning activities. Students learn about the events leading up to Indonesian Independence in History lessons, read patriotic poetries of unity and integrity in language lessons, sing the national song in music lessons  and draw or create works of art depicting the conditions of independence Indonesia in Art lessons. The teachers also invited guest speakers from community leaders such as Kompol M. Marbun.SH., MM (Kapolsek Cilandak) and Rizki Lesus (Journalist & Writer) who discussed the values ​​of independence and its relevance to students according to their respective education program. Elementary, Middle School, and all the way to High School.

The Week of Independence Day Celebration, which culminates in the August 17 Flag Raising Ceremony, is a milestone in the spirit of LOVE FOR INDONESIA which underlies activities at the Indonesian HighScope School in the next 1 year. In the second quarter, students will learn about the richness of Indonesian culture in Culture Week. And in the fourth quarter students will study entrepreneurship on Business Day, where in their business plans or proposals, students are required to use 60% locally-resourced materials in their marketed products.

THE MEANING OF INDEPENDENCE

In her address this morning, Mrs. Antarina S.F. Amir elaborated on the meaning of independence for ceremony participants, that independence means to be free to determine one's own destiny and does not depend on others. "We do need other people to work together, sometimes we need other people to be leaders, but we have to be able to make our own choices in life, be able to lead ourselves and not depend on others." said Antarina S.F. Amir, Founder & CEO of HighScope Indonesia. She also advised that we can be independent if we are able to work together in solving problems. At the end of her speech, she reminded all attendees and students of the advice of the Father of Indonesian Education, Ki Hadjar Dewantara:

“Apapun yang diperbuat oleh seseorang itu,  

hendaknya dapat bermanfaat bagi dirinya sendiri,  

bermanfaat bagi bangsanya,  

dan bermanfaat bagi manusia di dunia pada umumnya.” 

Panitia Peringatan 75 Tahun Kemerdekaan Republik Indonesia 

Sekolah HighScope Indonesia 

Congratulation to Arsyi Asy syarifah grade 11 got first place first and won full scholarship to the young learners program,  Arsyi won the 2018 essay writing competition. Gusaimas matahachiro hanggoro himawan akbar (ago), was recognized as highly commended. This competition was held by Trinity Collage, University of Melbourne. We are proud of both of you.

Although the only knew about the scholar"s cup back in 2017, they were able to get through to the Tournament of Champion, the final round at Yale University, USA.

Their perseverance and hard work paid off. They were ranked 50 and 88 from 500 teams around the world. Congratulation ! keep up the good work.