PENANAMAN AKHLAKUL KARIMAH DI SDN BANGUNREJO: STRATEGI, IMPLEMENTASI, DAN DAMPAKNYA TERHADAP KARAKTER SISWA

CULTIVATION OF GOOD CHARACTER AT BANGUNREJO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: STRATEGY, IMPLEMENTATION, AND ITS IMPACT ON STUDENT CHARACTER

Abstract

The level of basic education is a very decisive stage in the process of forming a child's character. During this period, children have a high ability to absorb various values from the surrounding environment, especially through interaction with teachers and peers. The cultivation of moral values, such as honesty, responsibility, discipline, and respect, is an essential foundation in building a strong and moral personality. The urgency of instilling these values is increasing in line with the challenges posed by the rapid advancement of digital technology. Therefore, integrating character education into the elementary school curriculum is a strategic step that is considered to be able to answer the problem of moral crisis and form a young generation that is ethical and has noble character. This study uses a qualitative approach with a case study method to explore in depth how the implementation of moral values is applied in SDN Bangunrejo 1. The findings show that this school has succeeded in cultivating the character of students who not only excel academically, but also have strong personalities, reflected in their attitude of discipline, honesty, and respect for others. In addition, students also show maturity in social and emotional aspects, with the ability to resolve conflicts peacefully and work together effectively in groups.