Delsy Novianti, Mohamad Mustari, Sawaludin Sawaludin

Penguatan Watak Kewarganegaraan Melalui Program Sabtu Budaya (Studi Kasus di Sekolah Menengah Atas Negeri 1 Lingsar)

Introduction

Penguatan watak kewarganegaraan melalui program sabtu budaya (studi kasus di sekolah menengah atas negeri 1 lingsar). Telusuri dampak Program Sabtu Budaya di SMAN 1 Lingsar. Program ini terbukti efektif memperkuat watak kewarganegaraan siswa seperti disiplin, tanggung jawab, empati, dan keterbukaan.

Abstract

This study investigates the implementation and impact of the Cultural Saturday Program (Sabtu Budaya) as a culture-based co-curricular initiative at SMAN 1 Lingsar. Employing a qualitative descriptive case study design, data were gathered through observation, interviews, and documentation. The analysis focuses on the program's execution process and stakeholder perceptions, viewed through the theoretical framework of civic disposition. Findings reveal that the program comprises five core activities: Gema Gatra exercises, traditional music performances, traditional dances, traditional games, and art exhibitions. Results indicate highly positive perceptions from both students and teachers, who advocate for the program's continuation and expansion to ensure sustainable benefits. Furthermore, the study identifies that the program effectively strengthens essential civic dispositions, specifically compassion, compromise, self-discipline, patience, persistence, individual responsibility, and open-mindedness. These results underscore the significance of integrating cultural practices into the school environment to foster robust civic character among students.

Review

This paper, "Penguatan Watak Kewarganegaraan Melalui Program Sabtu Budaya," addresses a highly relevant topic concerning the development of civic character among students in Indonesia. The study aims to investigate the implementation and impact of the "Sabtu Budaya" (Cultural Saturday Program) as a culture-based co-curricular initiative within a specific school setting, SMAN 1 Lingsar. The choice of a cultural program to foster civic disposition offers a promising and contextually rich approach to character education, aligning well with contemporary educational goals that emphasize holistic student development beyond academic performance. Methodologically, the authors employed a qualitative descriptive case study design, which is appropriate for an in-depth exploration of a specific program within its naturalistic context. Data collection utilized observation, interviews, and documentation, providing a robust triangulation strategy to enhance the trustworthiness of the findings. The analysis was thoughtfully framed through the lens of civic disposition theory. Key findings reveal that the "Sabtu Budaya" program encompasses five distinct activities—Gema Gatra exercises, traditional music performances, traditional dances, traditional games, and art exhibitions—all contributing to its multi-faceted approach. Crucially, the study reports overwhelmingly positive perceptions from both students and teachers, who actively advocate for the program's sustained integration and expansion. Furthermore, the research empirically identifies that the program significantly strengthens a range of essential civic dispositions, including compassion, compromise, self-discipline, patience, persistence, individual responsibility, and open-mindedness. The results presented powerfully underscore the significance of integrating cultural practices into the school environment as a strategic pathway for cultivating robust civic character among students. The study provides compelling evidence for the effectiveness of the "Sabtu Budaya" program, not merely as an extracurricular activity, but as a vital component in fostering a well-rounded citizenry. Its implications extend beyond SMAN 1 Lingsar, suggesting that similar culture-based initiatives could be successfully adapted and implemented in other educational contexts to achieve comparable outcomes. This research makes a valuable contribution to the literature on character education and civic engagement, highlighting the often-underestimated role of cultural immersion in shaping responsible and engaged individuals.

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