WEST SUMATRA - The involvement of fathers in education is no longer just a choice, but a necessity for the growth and development of children. Through the GEMAR Week (Father's Report Movement), the Ministry of Population and Family Development (Kemendukbangga)/BKKBN NTB is trying to strengthen the role of fathers as the main foundation for Human Resources (HR) development.
Not Just Symbolic: Father as a Source of Motivation
Head of the BKKBN Representative Office for NTB Province, Lalu Makripuddin, emphasized that the presence of a father figure in important moments of children's education has a deep psychological impact. According to him, fathers not only play a role as breadwinners, but also as a protective figure.
"The presence of the father when taking reports sends a strong message that children are valued and cared for. This is a great source of motivation for them," said Lalu Makripuddin when visiting the Al Ikhlashiyah Islamic Boarding School, West Lombok, recently.
A Different Atmosphere at Al Ikhlashiyah Islamic Boarding School
In the implementation of the GEMAR Week, the atmosphere at the Al Ikhlashiyah Islamic Boarding School seemed warm. Since morning, the fathers were seen enthusiastically accompanying their sons. They not only took the results of learning, but also actively dialogued with the ustaz and class teachers regarding the academic development and character development of children.
Then Makripuddin witnessed firsthand how this interaction built emotional closeness. There are fathers who have serious discussions, there are also those who give a warm hug as a form of appreciation for the child's efforts during one semester.
"Simple moments like taking reports have a huge impact on children's confidence and emotional health," added Lalu.
Family and Educational Institution Synergy
The leadership of the boarding school welcomed this Positive Father Report Movement. This activity is considered in line with the values of exemplary in the family. The presence of fathers in the school or boarding school environment is expected to create a strong synergy to form a generation that:
Be virtuous Be academically smart Be highly competitiveBuilding the Pillar of the Future of the Nation
Through the GEMAR Week, the NTB Ministry of Finance/BKKBN hopes that this movement will be a trigger for fathers throughout the NTB region to actively participate in every phase of children's lives.
Simple steps like taking the time to come to school are a long-term investment. Because when dad is present, children grow stronger, and families become a solid pillar for the future of the nation.
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