Banyuwangi, 26 January 2025 - PT Bank Central Asia Tbk (BCA) hosted the Gelar Karya Sekolah Bakti BCA and Appreciation Day at Pendopo Sabha Swagata, Banyuwangi, on Thursday and Friday, January 23–24, 2025. This event served as the culmination of BCA's mentorship program for five Sekolah Bakti BCA in Banyuwangi, which has been ongoing since 2021. It marked the success of these partner schools in enhancing their capacity, achieving self-sufficiency, and fostering innovation to tackle future educational challenges.
The five Sekolah Bakti BCA are SDN 1 Tamansari, SDN 4 Tamansari, SMPN 1 Licin, SMPN 2 Licin, and SMAN 3 Wongsorejo. The event was also attended by BCA's Vice President of CSR Krisbiakto C. Adi, Banyuwangi Regent Ipuk Fiestiandani, Head of the East Java Provincial Education Office Branch Ahmad Jaenuri, Head of the Banyuwangi Education Office Suratno, as well as the principals of the participating schools.
"BCA believes that education is a fundamental pillar in driving national progress. Through the Sekolah Bakti BCA Program, we focus on enhancing teacher capacity, improving school governance, and introducing innovative teaching and learning methods. These innovations are expected to serve as a catalyst for positive change in the education community, benefiting not only the mentored schools but also other schools in Banyuwangi," said BCA EVP Corporate Communication & Social Responsibility Hera F. Haryn.
From September 2024 to January 2025, BCA has provided mentorship to Sekolah Bakti BCA in two stages. The first stage involved innovation workshops and coaching sessions, while the second stage focused on the preparation and implementation of Gelar Karya. During this event, teachers showcased the outcomes of the innovative learning processes they had developed throughout the mentoring program. This initiative is expected to serve as a platform for teachers from the five Sekolah Bakti BCA to share best practices and inspire fellow educators in Banyuwangi.
In addition to Gelar Karya, BCA organized Appreciation Day to recognize the mentored schools for their commitment and achievements in implementing the program. BCA subsequently handed over the five schools to the Banyuwangi Education Office, with the hope that the best practices introduced will continue to thrive and positively impact the broader educational community.
Previously, Sekolah Bakti BCA in Lampung, Serang, and Gunung Kidul had already been transferred to their respective local education offices. As of 2024, 17 Sekolah Bakti BCA have achieved report card scores above the national average. BCA has also expanded its mentorship to four new Sekolah Bakti BCA, along with eight sister schools at the elementary and high school levels in Bengkulu, East Kalimantan, East Nusa Tenggara, and Southwest Papua.
The Bakti BCA School Program is one of the company’s key educational initiatives. Beyond enhancing the quality of educational institutions, BCA, under the Bakti BCA umbrella, has consistently provided scholarships and training for outstanding students across Indonesia since 1999. To date, more than 7,500 undergraduate students have received support through the Bakti BCA Scholarship.
BCA EVP Corporate Communication & Social Responsibility Hera F. Haryn expressed hope that the Sekolah Bakti BCA in Banyuwangi will continue fostering a spirit of innovation and excellence. “We believe these schools will serve as role models within their educational communities and make a tangible contribution to advancing education in Banyuwangi. This success demonstrates that concrete efforts in education can drive sustainable change. Let us join forces to support better education for future generations,” Hera concluded.
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BCA Hosts Gelar Karya Sekolah Bakti BCA to Inspire Educators in Banyuwangi - BCA Vice President of CSR Krisbiakto C. Adi (left), alongside Banyuwangi Regent Ipuk Fiestiandani Azwar Anas, at the Gelar Karya Sekolah Bakti BCA event in Banyuwangi on Thursday (23/1). The Gelar Karya and Appreciation Day involved five BCA-supported schools: SDN 1 Tamansari, SMPN 1 Licin, SMAN 3 Wongsorejo, SDN 4 Tamansari, and SMPN 2 Licin. Gelar Karya Bakti BCA serves as a platform for teachers to showcase innovative projects developed throughout the mentorship program.
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BCA’s Appreciation Day Recognizes the Dedication of Partner Schools
BCA Vice President of CSR Krisbiakto C. Adi (sixth from left), with participants of the BCA Bakti School Appreciation Day in Banyuwangi. On this occasion, BCA presented awards to school principals in recognition of their dedication to the Sekolah Bakti BCA Program. Additionally, BCA symbolically handed over the Sekolah Bakti BCA mentorship program to the local Education Office, with the hope that the best practices developed during the mentorship will continue to be implemented independently and sustainably.
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About PT Bank Central Asia Tbk (as of 31 December 2024)
BCA is one of the leading commercial banks in Indonesia with the core business of transaction banking. BCA also offers a full range of financial services in corporate, SME, and commercial segments. By the end of December 2024, BCA has the privilege of serving more than 41 million customer accounts, processing around 98.4 million daily transactions through a network of 1.264 branches, 19.543 ATMs, as well as internet & mobile banking services and Halo BCA contact center that can be accessed 24 hours. BCA’s presence is complemented by a number of subsidiaries focusing on vehicle financing, sharia banking, securities, general and life insurance, digital bank, remittance, as well as venture capital. BCA is committed to building lasting relationships with customers, putting people first, and making a positive impact on society at large. With more than 27.000 employees, BCA's vision is to be the bank of choice and a major pillar of the Indonesia economy.
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