Management of the Fun Schools Movement in an Effort to Improve the Quality of Education

(Case Study of SMPN 3 Cikupa Kabupaten Tangerang and SMPN 2 Sleman)

Abstract

One of the problems facing the education world in Indonesia is the condition of schools that are not comfortable for students. Therefore, the School Happiness Movement (Gerakan  Sekolah Menyenangkan/GSM) becomes a solution. The problem discussed in this study is how the Management of the School Happiness Movement (GSM) in the effort to Improve the Quality of Education in Public Junior High Schools (Case Study of SMPN 3 Cikupa Tangerang Regency in Tangerang Regency and SMPN 2 Sleman). The theories used by the researcher are limited to management theory (POAC) by George F. Terry, and quality theory by Edward Sallis. The research method used is a case study. Data collection was carried out through in-depth interviews, observations, and document studies. The results of this study show that: 1) The quality planning of SMP Negeri in realizing the School is carried out with: a). Realization of vision and mission; b) Commitment to the organizer of SNP-standard schools; c) Provide comfortable services in carrying out the learning process; d) Focus on the input quality of students;, 2) The Organizational Structure at SMP Negeri is led by the Principal, 3) The implementation of the quality of SMP Negeri in realizing the School is: a) Implementation of the curriculum using the GSM learning model; b) Quality improvement policies through MGMP, training, and workshops and giving awards to outstanding teachers;, and 4) Evaluation of the quality of SMP Negeri in realizing a quality School The product produced is the GSM learning model that can create a fun school.