SD Edu Global Cirebon is committed to nurturing students' interests, talents, and appreciation for both themselves and their environment through engaging learning experiences. One such initiative is the Outing Class Program, conducted once every semester. For the 2024/2025 academic year, the program carries a special theme: Local Wisdom.
The first outing class of the academic year took place on Thursday, September 19, 2024, under the theme “Cirebon: The City of Heritage.” The objective was to cultivate students' appreciation for Cirebon’s rich history and cultural heritage through an immersive exploration of the city’s landmarks.
A Day of Cultural Discovery
The day began with first-grade students gathering at school for their morning routine before embarking on their educational journey across Cirebon. Accompanied by teachers, the students traveled on Citros (Cirebon Tourism on Bus) to their first destination: Gedung Negara. Here, they learned about the building’s historical significance, dating back to 1865, when it was originally known as Gedung Karesidenan Cirebon, serving as the official residence of colonial officials and the administrative center of the region. The students also had an interactive experience feeding deer in the area, adding a fun and engaging element to their visit.
Following their time at Gedung Negara, the journey continued to Keraton Kacirebonan, a site that left students in awe. At the palace, they explored the royal complex and its museum, which houses a variety of historical artifacts. Under the shade of the palace’s lush trees, the students participated in a Cirebonese mask-painting activity, a hands-on cultural experience that sparked their creativity and deepened their appreciation for local traditions. The diverse collection of artifacts and traditional masks further ignited their curiosity about Cirebon’s rich cultural legacy.
As the outing drew to a close, the students returned to school by midday, where they took time to rest and document their experiences through written reports, reinforcing their newfound knowledge and insights.
Enriching Learning Through Experiential Activities
The Outing Class Program at SD Edu Global Cirebon serves as an effective educational approach to instill cultural awareness and historical appreciation in students. By experiencing history firsthand, students develop a deeper connection to their heritage, fostering a sense of pride and curiosity that extends beyond the classroom. With the continued implementation of this program, SD Edu Global Cirebon remains dedicated to providing holistic and engaging learning experiences that shape well-rounded, culturally aware individuals.
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Edu Global Cirebon berupaya menumbuhkan minat dan bakat serta apresiasi siswa
terhadap diri juga lingkungan yang diimplementasikan dalam kegiatan outing
class. Kegiatan tersebut dilaksanakan satu kali dalam satu semester. Pada tahun
ajaran 2024/2025 kegiatan outing class memiliki tema khusus yaitu kearifan
lokal. Outing class yang pertama telah dilaksanakan pada Kamis 19 September
2024 dengan tema “Cirebon: The City of Heritage.” Kegiatan kali ini bertujuan
untuk menumbuhkan apresiasi siswa terhadap Cirebon dengan menggali sejarah dan
budayanya.
Pagi
hari siswa kelas satu berkumpul di sekolah dan melakukan morning routine sebelum melakukan perjalanan berkeliling kota
Cirebon. Siswa bersama guru mengendarai Citros (Cirebon Tourism on Bus) menuju
Gedung Negara. Di sana siswa mengenal sejarah Gedung Negara yang dibangun
sekitar tahun 1865 dan semula tempat ini bernama Gedung Kerasidenan Cirebon
yang merupakan rumah dinas dari pejabat kolonial yang ada di Cirebon serta
kaantor keresidenan Cirebon. Anak-anak juga berkegiatan seru dengan memberi
makan Rusa. Kemudian perjalanan dilanjutkan menuju Keraton Kacirebonan.
Rasa
takjub dan antusias para siswa terasa ketika mereka sampai di Keraton
Kacirebonan. Mereka berkeliling keraton dan juga museum, serta melukis topeng
khas Cirebon di bawah rindangnya pepohonan di Keraton Kacirebonan. Beragam
peninggalan sejarah yang ada di museum dan aneka ragam jenis topeng
membangkitkan rasa ingin tahu para siswa. Banyak hal baru yang siswa pelajari
melalui sejarah dan budaya Cirebon. Menjelang Zuhur, siswa kembali ke sekolah
untuk beristirahat dan menuliskan laporan kegiatan outing class.