IMPLEMENTATION OF THE SEKOLAH PENGGERAK PROGRAM IN STRENGTHENING THE PROFESSIONALISM OF EDUCATORS AT SD NEGERI 1 BRINGINSARI

Abstract

The Program Sekolah Penggerak is designed to comprehensively improve student learning outcomes, with a primary focus on human resource development. With high-quality human resources, it is expected that all interventions under this program can be optimally implemented. This evaluation study focuses on SD Negeri 1 Bringinsari, which has implemented the Program Sekolah Penggerak in its school.This study uses a qualitative approach and was conducted at SD Negeri 1 Bringinsari, Sukorejo Subdistrict, Kendal Regency. Data were collected through interviews, observations, and documentation. The data analysis techniques employed include data condensation, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The validity of the study was tested using triangulation.The research findings indicate that the planning of the Program Sekolah Penggerak at SD Negeri 1 Bringinsari was carried out comprehensively, involving goal setting, program design, and resource identification. The implementation of the program adhered to the predetermined guidelines. The evaluation of the program, using the CIPP model, demonstrates that the program's context, input, process, and product aspects were effectively executed. The context evaluation revealed the readiness of elements influencing the program's success. The input evaluation assessed the Kurikulum Merdeka (Independent Curriculum) as aligned with educational advancements. The process evaluation examined the success of planning, implementation, and evaluation stages. The product evaluation showed excellent achievements in each stage of the program, both managerially and evaluatively. Through strong commitment and confidence between the principal and educators, SD Negeri 1 Bringinsari, located in a remote area, successfully completed the Program Sekolah Penggerak. The results of this study show that all evaluated aspects met the established objective standards. Detailed and comprehensive information about the program facilitated the assessment of managerial effectiveness and the identification of improvement actions for the next program cycle.