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Catechesis is an important aspect in building the spirit of young Catholics in their faith formation. This article has a catechetical role in forming the foundations of young people's spiritual life and overcoming challenges in the process of faith development. With reference to Church documents that emphasize the importance of catechesis, this article discusses some strategies that can be used to increase the participation of young people in catechesis, including the use of technology as well as involvement in church activities. The research method used in this article is a qualitative method with an observation and literature study approach. The researcher observes young people in catechesis and collects data from articles, journals, and books that are appropriate to the topic discussed. In addition, the article discusses the challenges that young people face in catechesis, such as a lack of understanding of the relevance of catechesis, academic pressures, as well as the influence of secular culture. Considering these challenges, this article may suggest strategies to overcome the boredom that young people experience in blessing and also the importance of listening to the views and experiences of young people. As such, this article aims to awaken the spirit of parents in blessing and strengthen the foundation of their faith.

The aim of this research is to determine the meaning and value of the Kukhuk Limau tradition in terms of a psychological approach in Islamic studies. This research is research using library research which uses a descriptive qualitative approach. The results of the discussion of this paper are that pregnancy thanksgiving traditions such as Kukhuk Limau in Islam reflect various psychological aspects related to happiness, mental readiness, and social relationships in a religious context. In the psychological approach in Islamic studies, this tradition can be interpreted as: 1) Mental and Emotional Readiness, where this tradition provides an opportunity for prospective parents to celebrate and appreciate the gift of pregnancy with joy and gratitude. This can help strengthen the emotional bond between a married couple and prepare them mentally for the role of parents. 2) Social Relations and Community Support, where this tradition involves family, friends and the community as a form of social support and solidarity. In an Islamic psychology perspective, this social support is important for strengthening family ties and building a supportive social network, which can then help reduce stress and anxiety related to pregnancy, and 3) Spirituality and Gratitude, where pregnancy thanksgiving is also a moment to strengthen connections. spiritual relationship with Allah and express gratitude for the gift of pregnancy. In Islam, appreciation for Allah's blessings is an important part of worship, and the tradition of thanksgiving is one way to express this gratitude.

Fatherless is a phenomenon which is define as the absence of the father’s role in parenting both physically and psychologically. In married life, disputes and conflicts cannot be avoided so they require trust and commitment to each other. Disputes in family life can have positive impacts, one of which is adjustment to the household environment. However, it cannot be denied that disputes can also threaten the continuity of a marriage, such as divorce. In cases of divorce, fatherless can also appear in children who are victims of divorce. Divorce results in them not being able to feel their father’s presence and his role in accompanying their growth and development. The aim of this research is to describe the fatherless phenomenon and provide an analysis of the fatherless phenomenon regarding family relationships. The research method in this article is to use a descriptive method using literature study data collection techniques. The results of the research show that the phenomenon of fatherlessness can be the cause of parents divorcing, which is due to the lack of the father’s presence in the family so that children experience an absence of figures which can cause conflict in the household and lead to divorce. However, children can also experience fatherlessness after the divorce of their parents, which is due to the lack of time for communication between the child and his father, which indicates the absence of a father figure

A child's discipline plays a crucial role in shaping their character, academic success, social skills, and mental and emotional well-being. The formation of a strong character begins with the introduction of moral values and the development of independence, which is reinforced by consistent discipline. With a strong discipline, children can manage their time efficiently, develop good study habits, and achieve their maximum academic potential.Furthermore, discipline also positively impacts a child's social skills by helping them build healthy relationships, improve communication skills, and effectively manage conflicts. These abilities are essential in shaping individuals who can collaborate in groups and maintain positive relationships with others. Moreover, discipline also significantly affects a child's mental and emotional well-being. Children with discipline are more capable of managing stress, maintaining emotional balance, and building strong self-confidence. This equips them to face life's pressures with greater calmness and optimism.Thus, a child's discipline is not only a determinant factor in their life success but also a strong foundation for shaping individuals who are morally, intellectually, and emotionally sound. Therefore, it is important for parents, educators, and society as a whole to pay adequate attention to the formation of children's discipline from an early age, as an investment in their bright future.

A healthy lifestyle is a basic human need that is important to be nurtured from an early age through physical education, sports and health (PJOK). This study aims to explore effective methods to instill healthy habits in primary school students. Using a qualitative approach, this study reviewed literature from various sources to identify the best strategies for teaching healthy lifestyles. The results showed that storytelling, FGDs, ice-breaking, and the use of appropriate learning media are very effective in increasing students' understanding and motivation about the importance of a healthy lifestyle. In addition, physical education plays an important role in shaping students' understanding and behavior towards a healthy lifestyle through a curriculum that is integrated with physical activity. Families and communities also play an important role in supporting these efforts by providing a supportive environment and good role models. The main challenges in instilling healthy habits are resistance to change and the influence of unhealthy habits from the environment. Proposed solutions include consistency in setting good examples, variety of healthy foods, and cooperation between educators and parents.   

This research aims to investigate the role of information technology in enhancing school correspondence at MAS PAB 1 Sampali. The introduction of the research explains the importance of using information technology to improve communication effectiveness in the educational environment. The research method used is qualitative with a literature review approach, involving analysis of various related literature. The research objectives are to understand the implementation of digital platforms in school correspondence, the impact of information technology on interaction and social relations in schools, and enhancing communication effectiveness among schools. The research findings indicate that digital platforms have had a positive impact in facilitating online learning, expanding communication networks among students, teachers, and parents, and increasing engagement in school life. However, the use of technology also brings challenges related to privacy and data security that must be addressed with appropriate policies and security measures. In conclusion, information technology has great potential to enhance school communication effectiveness, but its use must be managed wisely to ensure data security and privacy are maintained.

Background: Parenting relationships in the family have a very influential role in improving and changing children's behavior, especially in the level of self-disclosure. Another factor that causes or influences self-disclosure on students is the school environment. A good school environment can make children's behavior open. Likewise, if the school environment is not good, it will have an impact on the child's own behavior and make children less open. Purpose: to find out whether there is a relationship between parenting styles and the school environment with self-disclosure to students at MTS Al-Ikhlas Sukaluyu Cianjur. Type of research: This research is a quantitative study with a sample of 77 students in grades 7, 8 and 9 students of MTS Al-Ikhlas Sukaluyu who were made research respondents. The sampling technique is: simple random sampling and the design used in this study is a correlation with a cross-sectional approach. Results: Found the results of univariate analysis of parenting parents with a good category of 51 (67.1%) and school environment with a good category of 51 (67.1%), self-disclosure in students with a good category of 45 (59.2%) %). The results of multivariate analysis on parenting parents obtained a sign value. 0.782 > 0.05 and a correlation value of 0.32 means that there is no relationship between parenting style and self-disclosure. Then for the school environment and self-disclosure there is a Sign value. 0.052 > 0.05 and a correlation value of 0.224 means that there is no relationship between the school environment and self-disclosure.

Child character education is very important to instill in children from an early age. Parents are the first education for children, therefore parents play an important role in the growth of children's character. The purpose of this study was to analyze the role of parents in instilling children's character education according to Islamic views in Jakarta. This type of research that researchers do uses descriptive qualitative methods. The sampling technique used purposive sampling technique. Data analysis used there are three activity paths, namely data reduction, data display, drawing conclusions. are: first, the exemplary method; Parents first exemplify good character first, such as speaking softly, speaking politely and inviting children to worship together. Second, Habit Method; such as, accustoming children to dispose of trash in its place, washing hands before eating, accustoming children to praying on time and reciting the Koran in non-formal educational institutions. Third, the method of advice and stories; Parents choose stories that contain advice to shape children's character through stories contained in the Qur'an. Fourth, the method of discipline; like children accustomed to sleep on time and pray on time. Fifth, the method of participation; forms of parental participation in the form of physical and non-physical

This article investigates how Islamic tales might be used to teach moral lessons to young children. The research hinges on the idea that Islamic storytellers can effectively teach religious morals to primary school students by using relatable, real-world examples. class absences, class lists, class decisions, and classes that will be awarded are just some of the activities carried out by MI educators in the Panyabungan Model. Researchers play integral roles throughout the entire process, from ideation to implementation to data collecting and analysis and finally report writing, in this method of conducting qualitative research. Methods of information gathering that include keeping detailed notes and conducting interviews. Secondary statistics come from the documentation of Grade III A in the MI Model of Cooperative Education, while primary data come from teachers and students in that grade. According to the results of this research, there is a multi-step process involved in integrating the Islamic storytelling technique into the third-year curriculum of Akidah Akhlak at the MI Model Panyabungan. First and foremost, a person's upbringing, environment, and access to educational materials can all strengthen or weaken Islamic worldviews. First, Michigan's school system Each Panyabunga model has spent countless hours working with infants and toddlers, gaining invaluable knowledge along the way. Both sets of kids have religious backgrounds and were encouraged by their parents to get an education. Books, the Internet, and audiobooks are three of the most accessible educational resources for teachers. However, time, classroom management, and storytelling tools are three areas where Islamic storytelling falls short.

The low interest in reading among elementary school (SD) students poses a significant challenge in the context of primary education. This article identifies various factors that contribute to the low interest in reading among students, including lack of access to engaging reading materials, insufficient support from parents, lack of motivation or intrapersonal interest, uninteresting curriculum and teaching methods, influence of electronic media, socio-economic conditions, lack of reading role models, and difficulties in reading. The analysis yields recommendations that encompass improving access to engaging reading materials, encouraging parental support, fostering student motivation and intrapersonal interest, and developing engaging curriculum and teaching methods. Through a holistic and sustainable approach, it is hoped that these recommendations can help address the challenges of low reading interest among elementary school students and enhance the quality of literacy learning at the primary level.

Parents are key in family catechesis. They became teachers of faith for their children. The family itself is the first and foremost place where children learn about faith. Parents have a responsibility to grow their children's faith and family catechesis is one way to do so. This study begins by discussing the importance of family catechesis. Then continued the role of parents as teachers of faith for their children. The study also presents some practical tips for parents on how they can teach their children about faith. The method used in this research is the descriptive qualitative method. The study concludes with the conclusion that family catechesis is a valuable tool that parents can use to help their children grow in faith and by following these tips, parents can be effective faith teachers for their children.

Parents have an obligation to guide, protect and raise their children. So that the role of parents is the main basis in improving social functioning, especially for children with visual disabilities. Children with visual disabilities have unique challenges in improving their social functioning. This research explains three types of parenting, namely, authoritarian, democratic and permissive. So if parents choose the wrong parenting style, it will have an impact on the development process, from this parenting style that helps children with visual disabilities can overcome obstacles and improve strong skills because the role of parents is key in helping their children overcome life's challenges so that they can develop optimally. This study aims to determine the parenting patterns applied by parents to children with visual disabilities, to determine the parenting patterns applied to improve the social functioning of children with visual disabilities, and to determine and improve the social functioning of children with visual disabilities.

The indigenous people in Tano Batak continue to inherit the culture of their ancestors. Indigenous peoples cannot be lulled by the development of modernization. Currently, society must better protect and preserve the culture passed down by its ancestors so that it is not eroded by the progress of the times. Apart from that, indigenous peoples must also pay attention to the younger generation to serve as their next generation, so it is necessary to establish traditional education as a place of learning to learn more about their history and culture. The method used in this research is a qualitative method, to understand the phenomenon of what is happening in the field. The traditional school in Sihaporas Village has an important role in preserving Toba Batak culture so that the younger generation continues to understand their culture and makes the younger generation the next generation of their parents. So that the customs inherited from their ancestors can be preserved. Parents must also invite their children to follow traditions and all ritual events carried out from ancient times. Because with this traditional education, the younger generation will know more about how important it is to preserve culture

The indigenous people in Tano Batak continue to inherit the culture of their ancestors. Indigenous peoples cannot be lulled by the development of modernization. Currently, society must better protect and preserve the culture passed down by its ancestors so that it is not eroded by the progress of the times. Apart from that, indigenous peoples must also pay attention to the younger generation to serve as their next generation, so it is necessary to establish traditional education as a place of learning to learn more about their history and culture. The method used in this research is a qualitative method, to understand the phenomenon of what is happening in the field. The traditional school in Sihaporas Village has an important role in preserving Toba Batak culture so that the younger generation continues to understand their culture and makes the younger generation the next generation of their parents. So that the customs inherited from their ancestors can be preserved. Parents must also invite their children to follow traditions and all ritual events carried out from ancient times. Because with this traditional education, the younger generation will know more about how important it is to preserve culture

This research aims to describe the impact of using TikTok social media on the ethics and behavior of the younger generation using the literature study method. Data is collected from various sources, including journal articles, books, and other scientific publications. The results of the analysis highlight that the use of TikTok can lead to a decrease in ethical and inappropriate behavior among the younger generation. Unethical content such as exposing, violence, and discrimination can be found on these platforms, affecting moral values ​​and social norms. Proposed solutions include increased awareness of digital education, a more active role for parents, as well as technology companies' responsibility in content moderation. This research provides important insights into the negative impacts of TikTok and identifies steps that can be taken to overcome these challenges in improving the ethics and behavior of young people.  

This study aims to analyze the impact of hoax news on bullying behavior in SMP Nasrani 2 Medan. The proliferation of hoax news, facilitated by social media, has become a concerning issue affecting various aspects of society. Bullying, a prevalent problem among children and adolescents, manifests in various forms such as verbal, physical, and psychological abuse. Both phenomena have significant implications for individuals and communities, leading to distrust, conflict, and unhealthy societal values.Using a qualitative descriptive approach, this research delves into the dynamics between hoax news and bullying behavior among students at SMP Nasrani 2 Medan. Data collection involves literature review and observation of student characteristics, facilitated by interviews with students, class teachers, and school principals. The analysis interprets the relationship between misinformation and bullying behavior, aiming to identify patterns and insights to understand their impact comprehensively. The findings underscore the intertwined nature of hoax news and bullying behavior. Hoax news spreads rapidly through social media, exacerbating tensions and conflicts among students. Fear, hatred, and prejudice triggered by misinformation can fuel bullying behaviors, perpetuating a cycle of intimidation and harassment. The study reveals the importance of addressing both phenomena holistically to create a safe and inclusive school environment. Strategies to mitigate the impact of hoax news on bullying include education and awareness campaigns, strengthening school policies, fostering collaboration with parents, and implementing disciplinary measures. Teachers play a crucial role in educating students about critical thinking and empathy, recognizing signs of bullying, and mediating conflicts. By adopting a proactive and collaborative approach, schools can effectively address the challenges posed by hoax news and bullying, fostering a positive learning environment for all students.

Adolescence is a transitional phase from childhood to adulthood. Adolescents experience complex problems not only because of internal influences within themselves, but also from the influence of opportunities and support from adults, in this case parents. Fathers play a very important role in building a child's role in their environment and in determining the child's attachment status. By forming a good attachment between father and child, it is possible for teenage girls to be able to carry out self-disclosure. This study aims to determine the relationship between father attachment and self-disclosure in adolescent girls. The sample in this study consisted of 292 subjects aged 15-22 year. Data collection was carried out using a Likert scale, namely scale attachment and self-disclosure scales. Test the hypothesis using Spearman Rho correlation analysis with the help of SPSS 24. The results show that There is a significant relationship between father attachment and self- disclosure in adolescents girls, with a significance value of 0.000 <0.05. This means that the higher the attachment, the higher the self-disclosure in adolescent girls. The implications of this research are that it can be a reference for teenagers about the importance of attachment and making efforts to increase attachment.

This  article  aims  to  explain  how  important  moral  education  is  starting  from  within  the  family  where  parents  play  a  major  role  in  educating  children  and  are  responsible  for  the  development  of  their  souls  and  beliefs.  The  method  of  writing  in  this  article  is  carried  out  by  the  library  research  method.  From  the  results  of  this  study  it  can  be  concluded  that  happiness  and  well-being  are  not  always  related  to  one's  success  in  reaching  the  peak  or  sufficient  material,  but  can  be  obtained  through  the  appreciation  and  practice  of  religious  teachings.  Therefore,  humans  are  required  to  prepare  themselves  and  family  experts  with  religious  education  as  the  basic  capital  in  carrying  out  life  in  this  world  and  provisions  for  the  hereafter.  One  of  the  main  things  is  religious  education  which  must  be  learned  from  an  early  age,  because  the  teachings  of  Islam  must  be  the  foundation  or  guidance  in  the  subsequent  development  of  the  child's  soul.

A person's reduced ability to see images while performing daily activities or the malfunctioning of their sense of sight is referred to as a visual disability. Children with visual impairments are entitled to a supportive education that will help them excel in school. Parental social support can help with this. The purpose of this study is to find out the social support that parents provide to their children with visual disabilities to help them achieve academically, as well as the factors that hinder and support the implementation of social support. This study was conducted using a qualitative method, descriptive research type, with purposive sampling with four respondents. Interviews, observation, and documentation were used to collect data. The results showed that academic achievement of children with visual disabilities is influenced by parental social support, which includes emotional support, appreciation, instrumental support, information support, and group support. The development of academic skills and cognitive development is influenced by the characteristics of visual disability. This relates to the important role played by parents and SLB - A Pembina Tingkat Nasional school in educating their children who have visual disabilities. Parents provide information or advice verbally or nonverbally that has a positive impact on the action or emotional in the activity.

Islamic education plays an important role in developing learners holistically, including in increasing their motivation in reading the Qur'an. This article highlights the strategies of Islamic Education teachers at SMAN 2 Sungai Limau in improving students' motivation to read the Qur'an. In the context of qualitative research, the strategies implemented by teachers include giving rewards, repetition, wise punishment, awakening students' desire, and intensive guidance. The results show that these strategies are effective in increasing students' interest and enthusiasm in reading the Qur'an, although there are still some inhibiting factors such as lack of motivation from general subject teachers and the influence of the family environment. However, cooperation between teachers, parents, and the environment is expected to significantly strengthen students' motivation in reading the Qur'an.