Abdul and his housemates from House 2 had a special opportunity to watch the ogoh-ogoh (Balinese’s Statue) parade in Cakranegara, Mataram, as part of the Silence Day celebration. Accompanied by their foster mother, they enjoyed the vibrant parade filled with color and traditional Balinese music. Although Abdul is a Muslim, the moment was used as an opportunity to learn about tolerance and appreciate cultural diversity. He was enthusiastic as he watched the giant ogoh-ogoh figures, which symbolize human vices, and remained cooperative throughout the activity. This experience became a valuable lesson on the importance of mutual respect in the midst of differences.
During school holidays, Arkam actively participates in various fun activities such as outings, swimming, playing on the computer, and reading in the library with friends and volunteers. He is known as a cheerful and sociable child who brings great enthusiasm to every activity. His sense of humor creates a warm and entertaining atmosphere for those around him. Arkam’s joyfulness and active nature make him a well-liked friend among many.
Afan spent his holiday productively by reading the book Why Happy Science in the library. The book gave him valuable insights into the concept of happiness and how to embrace it positively. This reading experience was very meaningful for Afan, inspiring him to live life with greater wisdom.
Rizki was assigned by his homeroom teacher to create a farewell documentary video for the twelfth-grade class along with his friends. He was very enthusiastic, feeling trusted and supported with access to a laptop and camera to assist in filming and editing the video. Rizki and his team regularly gathered at a friend’s house to discuss and organize the video content. This task became a valuable experience for him to learn teamwork and sharpen his creativity.
Rahim and his fellow teens had the opportunity to go to an ice cream shop with Mr. Agus, the Co-Founder of Peduli Anak, as a form of appreciation for their good behavior and discipline. There, Rahim ordered his favorite brown sugar ice cream and enjoyed a relaxing time with his friends. Afterwards, they continued their culinary trip by enjoying warm and delicious meatballs together. This moment of togetherness felt special for Rahim and became a warm memory he will always remember.
Every afternoon after his Zoom English class, Farel often asks his foster mother or counselor for permission to play Mobile Legends for a while. This game is his favorite because, besides being fun, it also helps him socialize with friends virtually. For Farel, playing games is a way to relax and maintain friendships.
Reza spent his holiday by going fishing with his friends and foster mother in the rice field area near Peduli Anak. He prepared the equipment with Rui and Ramdan, and once they arrived at the location, he took the initiative to find bait on his own. After trying several spots along the rice field ridges, he finally managed to catch one eel—the only catch of the day. The eel was then cleaned and grilled by the riverside to be served for lunch. The shared meal in the open air became a joyful experience that strengthened their bond.
Rafa has a fair understanding of the differences between formal and informal letters and can identify appropriate greetings. He is able to create a letterhead in MS Word with guidance, although he still needs to improve neatness and formatting consistency.
Dinda has a good understanding of conservation and nature reserves. She is able to identify the benefits of conservation areas and their impact on ecosystems. During lessons, she is thorough, cooperative, and shows care for the environment, as well as respectful behavior and appreciation for the collaborative learning process.