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Bullying cases among elementary school students have become increasingly alarming because they negatively impact children’s psychological, social, and moral development, making early intervention essential. This community service project was designed to strengthen students’ understanding and character formation as a preventive effort against bullying behavior. The program was carried out at SD Wonolelo, a rural elementary school, involving 18 sixth-grade students and one accompanying teacher who participated actively in each session. The methods used consisted of interactive socialization and role-playing activities implemented through three stages: delivery of material, interactive question-and-answer discussion, and final evaluation. The results show a significant increase in students’ comprehension of bullying, rising from 30% before the activity to 90% afterward, indicating the program’s strong impact on learning. Beyond improved understanding, the initiative successfully cultivated empathy, cooperation, and social awareness among students so that they not only refrain from bullying but also feel responsible for preventing it within their environment. Overall, the program proved effective in promoting anti-bullying awareness, shaping positive character traits, and supporting the development of a safer and more inclusive culture at the elementary school level.

Improving students' learning motivation in Natural Sciences (IPA) in fifth grade students of SDI Tabene through the application of the Quantum Teaching learning model. The Quantum Teaching learning model, with the TANDUR principle (Grow, Experience, Name, Demonstrate, Repeat, Celebrate), is designed to create a fun and relevant learning environment to students' experiences. This Classroom Action Research was carried out in two cycles, each consisting of planning, implementation, observation, and reflection. The subjects of the study were 32 fifth grade students of SDI Tabene. Data were collected through observation, tests, and documentation. The results showed an increase in students' learning motivation. In cycle I, the average student learning motivation was 60.7%, which was classified as sufficient. After improvements were made in cycle II by optimizing each stage of TANDUR, the average student learning motivation increased to 82.1%, classified as very good. This increase was seen from students' higher enthusiasm, active participation in discussions, and increased curiosity about science materials. It can be concluded that the application of the Quantum Teaching learning model is effective in improving students' learning motivation in fifth grade students of SDI Tabene.

This community service activity aimed to socialize time management materials to sixth-grade elementary school students in order to improve their learning skills, productivity, and sense of responsibility during their educational process. The activity was conducted at SDN Inti Sungai Miai 11, Banjarmasin, on September 19, 2025, with 34 student participants consisting of 17 boys and 17 girls from combined classes VI A and VI B. The method used was an interactive socialization approach that began with a pre-test and ended with a post-test using questionnaires to measure changes in students’ understanding and attitudes, followed by the delivery of materials, question-and-answer sessions, active discussions, and a brief practice of preparing a daily study schedule with a student representative. Quantitative results showed an increase in the average score of students’ understanding from 2.43 to 2.48, with a difference of 0.05, particularly in the indicator of ability to create a daily schedule, which increased by 0.29. In addition, qualitative results indicated an increase in students’ awareness and behavioral changes in managing their time more regularly during school activities. This activity had a positive impact on fostering students’ discipline and responsibility, and it is recommended that time management activities be integrated sustainably into school learning programs and curriculum.

This community service activity aimed to foster financial literacy awareness and develop wise financial behavior from an early age through the “Early Saving Movement” socialization program for fifth-grade students of SDN Antasan Besar 7 Banjarmasin. The activity was conducted face-to-face using an interactive approach that included the delivery of educational materials, group discussions, question-and-answer sessions, simple simulations of money management, and the administration of pre- and post-activity questionnaires to measure changes in students’ knowledge and attitudes. The results of the analysis showed a significant increase in students’ motivation to save by 93% and an improvement in their understanding of the benefits of saving by 58%. These findings indicate that direct socialization methods accompanied by active student engagement are effective in enhancing elementary school students’ financial literacy and interest in simple and practical financial management. However, challenges were still found in controlling students’ consumptive behavior, which is influenced by the family environment and daily social interactions. Therefore, follow-up efforts are needed in the form of regular saving habit programs and the involvement of parents and teachers in supervising students’ financial behavior. Overall, this activity had a positive impact on shaping students’ discipline, responsibility, and financial independence from an early age.

This community service program aims to enhance the smart communication skills of young learners at SD Muhammadiyah 5 and 11 Banjarmasin through structured educational socialization and mentoring activities. The program was initiated in response to the low level of awareness among elementary school students regarding the importance of effective communication in supporting academic development and interpersonal relationships. The implementation consisted of several stages, including interactive socialization sessions, practical communication exercises, group discussions, and ice-breaking activities designed to build confidence and engagement. Evaluation results showed a notable improvement in students’ speaking, listening, and peer interaction abilities. Students demonstrated clearer articulation, better turn-taking in conversations, and increased willingness to participate in class activities. In addition, positive behavioral changes were observed, including improved self-confidence and more respectful communication patterns. These outcomes indicate that the smart communication-based character education approach is effective in strengthening students’ social and emotional development, particularly in early education environments. Overall, this program proves that targeted communication training can play a crucial role in fostering essential life skills among elementary school students.

This study aims to identify and analyze effective learning strategies for improving Qur’an reading and writing skills among elementary school students. The ability to read and write the Qur’an serves as an essential foundation for students’ spiritual, moral, and cognitive development, shaping their Islamic character from an early age. This research employs a descriptive approach using a literature study method that reviews various sources, including books, journals, and previous studies related to Qur’an learning at the elementary school level. The findings indicate that a combination of several innovative strategies proves to be highly effective in enhancing Qur’an literacy skills. These strategies include the use of engaging and interactive digital learning media, the application of contextual learning approaches that connect Qur’anic teachings to students’ daily lives, and the implementation of the Problem-Based Learning model to foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Furthermore, strengthening students’ intrinsic motivation through a supportive and religious learning environment plays a crucial role in maintaining learning interest and discipline. The integrated implementation of these strategies not only improves students’ technical ability to read and write the Qur’an but also reinforces their character, responsibility, and spiritual awareness in the context of Islamic education at the elementary level.

Narrative writing skills are crucial for the literacy development of elementary school students. However, many students face challenges in writing narrative essays due to limited vocabulary, grammar understanding, and imagination. Traditional teaching methods often fail to address these issues. This study explores the impact of AI-based Deep Learning on narrative writing skills. Using a quantitative approach with an experimental design, the research employed a pretest-posttest design with a nonrandomized control group. The study involved 65 students from SD 4 Sidomulyo, including 30 students from class IV A and 35 from class IV B. A nonprobability sampling technique with saturated sampling was used. Data was collected through tests, and content validity was applied for validation. Hypothesis testing with the Independent Samples t-test yielded a significance value of 0.001 (p < 0.05) and a calculated t-value of 3.472, which is greater than the t-table value of 2.0024. These results indicate that AI-based Deep Learning significantly affects narrative writing skills in elementary school students. Keywords: AI-Based Deep Learning, Narrative Writing Skills.

The 2025 Independent Community Service Program (KKN) of the University of Muhammadiyah North Sumatra will be held in Dalu 10A Village, Tanjung Morawa District, Deli Serdang Regency. This activity aims to increase the understanding and concern of elementary school students for the environment through the natural literacy program. The educational approach is carried out through organic and inorganic waste introductions, recycling of used goods, and planting plant seeds in the school environment. In addition, students also carry out supporting activities such as financial management education, MSME promotion, and socialization of the importance of investment for students. To strengthen student understanding, the KKN team also prepared simple learning media in the form of posters and mini modules that make it easier for students to recognize the types of waste and simple steps to maintain cleanliness. The school is also involved through routine coordination to ensure the sustainability of the program after the KKN is completed. The results of the implementation show an increase in student awareness in maintaining school cleanliness, the emergence of environmentally caring behaviors, and the active involvement of the community and the school in maintaining the sustainability of the program. Overall, this KKN program has succeeded in fostering the value of social responsibility, ecological concern, and strengthening synergy between students, schools, and village communities in supporting a cleaner and more educational environment.

The purpose of this classroom action research is to improve students' ability to apply Indonesian language learning knowledge on short stories by implementing the Cooperative Integrated Reading and Composition model in grade IV of SDN 2 Manembo. The number of students in grade IV is 14 people. This research uses a classroom action research (CAR) method based on the inquiry learning method according to Kemmis and McTaggart (Aqib Zainal, 2016:64) and is implemented in two cycles. Each cycle consists of four stages, namely planning, action implementation, observation, and reflection. Qualitative data collection techniques are carried out through observation of learning activities, while quantitative data are collected from the results of LKPD. The data analysis technique uses the formula (Trianto, 2019:41) KB = T/Tt × 100%. Student learning outcomes in cycle I reached an average value of 70% with incomplete criteria, but increased in cycle II to 92% with complete criteria. In addition to improving learning abilities, students also feel more enthusiastic and active in participating in learning by implementing the Cooperative Integrated Reading and Composition model. It can be concluded that the implementation of the Cooperative Integrated Reading and Composition (CIRC) model can improve the reading comprehension skills of fourth-grade elementary school students.

Menarche is the first transitional period marked in women, known as the first menstruation (menarche). During menarche, physical and psychological changes occur, such as anxiety and sadness, due to the physical changes in this period. The changes usually include pubic hair, armpit hair, and breast development. This often happens among elementary school students, including those in SDN Lampeuneurut. This study aims to determine the relationship between parental support and the level of anxiety in girls facing menarche in SDN Lampeuneurut. This research employed a quantitative method with a cross-sectional design. The population consisted of 120 female students in grades 5 and 6 at SDN Lampeueneurut who had not yet experienced menarche. The sample was selected using purposive sampling, resulting in 55 respondents who met the inclusion criteria. This research was conducted from June 18th to 20th, 2025. The instruments used were a parental support questionnaire and the STAI (State Trait Anxiety Inventory) of anxiety questionnaire. The data were analyzed using a bivariate statistical test, the Chi-Square test. The research findings indicated a significant relationship between parental support and the anxiety levels of female students in facing menarche, with a p-value of 0.011 (p-value < 0.05). This study concludes that parental support is related to a decrease in the anxiety levels of girls facing menarche. This study recommends that schools provide basic reproductive health education from an early age, especially regarding menarche, and that parents understand the importance of providing emotional, informational, instrumental, and appreciative support.

The 2025 Independent Community Service Program (KKN) of the University of Muhammadiyah North Sumatra was held in Dalu 10A Village, Tanjung Morawa District, Deli Serdang Regency. This activity aims to increase elementary school students' understanding and awareness of the environment through a nature literacy program. An educational approach was carried out through activities introducing organic and inorganic waste, recycling used goods, and planting seedlings in the school environment. In addition, students also carried out supporting activities such as financial management education, MSME promotion, and socialization of the importance of investment for students. The implementation results showed an increase in student awareness in maintaining school cleanliness, the emergence of environmentally conscious behavior, and active involvement of the community and school in maintaining the sustainability of the program. This KKN program successfully fostered values of social responsibility and ecological awareness among students and strengthened the synergy between students, schools, and the village community.

This research is motivated by the low quality of learning in various educational units, one of the causes of which is the gap between curriculum design and classroom implementation. A good curriculum will not have a significant impact without effective implementation by teachers. Therefore, curriculum implementation plays a strategic role as a link between macro-level education policies and classroom learning practices. This study aims to analyze the impact of curriculum implementation on learning quality, identify supporting and inhibiting factors, and formulate strategies to strengthen learning quality. The method used is descriptive qualitative, using observation, interviews, and documentation techniques with teachers, principals, and elementary school students. The results show that the implementation of a flexible curriculum, such as the Independent Curriculum, encourages a shift from teacher-centered to student-centered learning, which increases student motivation and engagement through project-based learning and authentic assessment. However, teacher preparedness, limited infrastructure, and administrative burdens remain major obstacles. Authentic assessment has been shown to improve students' critical thinking skills and creativity, but requires consistent managerial support. The implication is that improving the quality of learning must be accompanied by strengthening teacher competency, the availability of resources, and adaptive school management so that curriculum transformation has a real impact on the quality of national education

This research is motivated by the low quality of learning in various educational units, one of the causes of which is the gap between curriculum design and classroom implementation. A good curriculum will not have a significant impact without effective implementation by teachers. Therefore, curriculum implementation plays a strategic role as a link between macro-level education policies and classroom learning practices. This study aims to analyze the impact of curriculum implementation on learning quality, identify supporting and inhibiting factors, and formulate strategies to strengthen learning quality. The method used is descriptive qualitative, using observation, interviews, and documentation techniques with teachers, principals, and elementary school students. The results show that the implementation of a flexible curriculum, such as the Independent Curriculum, encourages a shift from teacher-centered to student-centered learning, which increases student motivation and engagement through project-based learning and authentic assessment. However, teacher preparedness, limited infrastructure, and administrative burdens remain major obstacles. Authentic assessment has been shown to improve students' critical thinking skills and creativity, but requires consistent managerial support. The implication is that improving the quality of learning must be accompanied by strengthening teacher competency, the availability of resources, and adaptive school management so that curriculum transformation has a real impact on the quality of national education

This study investigates the effect of added sugar on the stability of soap bubbles through a hands-on science activity titled “Magic Bubbles” conducted with third-grade students at SDN 1 Karangrejo. The activity was implemented collaboratively, where students observed, experimented, and drew conclusions together under teacher guidance, without the use of individual worksheets. Using a participatory observation method, the research described students’ engagement, reactions, and learning behavior during the process. Findings revealed that soap bubbles containing added sugar demonstrated greater stability and a longer lifespan compared to those without sugar. Students showed high levels of enthusiasm, curiosity, and active participation throughout the experiment. The activity not only fostered engagement but also enhanced students’ gross motor coordination, observation skills, and early scientific reasoning. Furthermore, it encouraged cooperative learning and communication among peers. The results highlight the effectiveness of simple laboratory-based learning as a medium to introduce scientific inquiry at the elementary level. The “Magic Bubbles” activity aligns with the inquiry-based learning approach in science education, emphasizing direct experience, experimentation, and concept discovery through observation and guided reflection. This study demonstrates that contextual, play-based science activities can meaningfully improve motivation and conceptual understanding among young learners.

Bullying is an aggressive act that is often repeated and directed at individuals in a weaker position, causing detrimental effects on psychological aspects, particularly children's self-esteem. When children's self-esteem is low, they tend to consider themselves worthless and choose to avoid social interaction. This study aims to analyze the correlation between Bullying behavior and self-esteem levels among elementary school students. The research was conducted using a quantitative approach with a cross-sectional design. All 97 students in grades IV, V, and VI at SD Negeri 11 Banda Aceh were used as research subjects through total sampling. The questionnaire used included indicators of Bullying behavior and self-esteem levels. Based on the data obtained, of the 54 students identified as experiencing high levels of Bullying behavior, 44 children or 45.4% showed low self-esteem. On the other hand, of the 43 students who were exposed to low levels of Bullying, 35 of them, or about 36.1%, had high self-esteem. The chi-square test in this study produced a p-value of 0.000, indicating a significant relationship between Bullying patterns and self-esteem levels in children. Thus, it can be concluded that an increase in Bullying experiences in the school environment has an impact on the decline in students' self-esteem.

Independent Community Service Program (KKN) is a form of student community service that aims to apply knowledge practically in the field. This activity was carried out by students of the University of Muhammadiyah North Sumatra with the theme "Building Student Financial Awareness Through Education and Socialization in Schools. " This program aims to improve financial understanding among students from Elementary and High Schools in Perkebunan Gunung Melayu Village, Rahuning District, Asahan Regency. The methods applied include interactive socialization, educational games, and quizzes to stimulate students' interest and understanding of the importance of saving and managing finances from an early age. The results of this activity show that students begin to recognize the basic concepts of financial management, including how to distinguish between needs and desires, the significance of saving, and the application of Islamic financial principles in daily routines. In addition, this activity also serves to increase public understanding of the importance of financial education for children. The main element that facilitates the implementation of activities is support from educational institutions, village governments, and local communities, while the main challenge faced is the lack of attention of elementary school students caused by their habits that still prefer to play. Overall, this KKN program has a positive impact on increasing students' financial awareness and has the potential to be a simple financial education model at the elementary and secondary school levels

Science learning in elementary schools plays a vital role in fostering scientific thinking, curiosity, and critical thinking skills from an early age. However, classroom practices are still dominated by conventional methods that make students passive and less motivated, which affects their understanding of abstract concepts such as the states of matter and their changes. This study aims to describe the effectiveness of using Canva as an interactive learning medium to enhance the motivation and learning outcomes of fourth-grade elementary school students on the topic of states of matter and their changes. The research employs a qualitative descriptive method through literature review and theoretical experimentation. The study involved reviewing various scientific sources and conducting a simulated Canva-based learning activity that visualized changes in the states of matter through images, animations, and simple classroom experiments. The findings reveal that using Canva encourages active student participation, clarifies abstract science concepts, and creates an engaging learning experience. Canva has proven to be an effective and innovative medium that supports the principles of the Merdeka Curriculum, emphasizing creativity, collaboration, and independent learning.

This study aims to develop a contextual-based mathematics learning module to improve mathematical numeracy literacy among fourth-grade elementary school students, particularly on arithmetic operations. This research employed a Research and Development (R&D) design using the ADDIE development model consisting of analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation stages. The research subjects were 22 fourth-grade students at SDN 2 Siryawangi. The instruments used included expert validation sheets, teacher and student response questionnaires, and numeracy literacy tests. Data were analyzed using a qualitative descriptive approach supported by the N-Gain test to measure students’ improvement after using the module. The findings indicate that the developed module meets the criteria of validity, practicality, and effectiveness. This is supported by the validation results from material and media experts, each obtaining an average score of 95%, which is categorized as highly valid. In addition, teacher responses of 75% and student responses of 88% show that the module is practical and feasible to be used in the learning process. Furthermore, the effectiveness test results, based on an N-Gain score of 84%, demonstrate a high-level improvement in numeracy literacy. Therefore, this module is feasible to be implemented as an alternative teaching material for contextual learning in elementary schools.

Holding a socialization activity to teach 6th grade students at SD 014662 the habit of saving money from an early age. This activity aims to foster students' interest in saving money. Character education, including learning about money and the habit of saving money from an early age, is the main basis for this activity because many elementary school students are still not interested in saving money. The main objectives of this outreach program are to raise awareness of the benefits of saving, encourage students to get into the habit of saving, train them in self-control, introduce them to basic financial services, and enhance their creativity by making piggy banks from recycled materials. The program implementation method is divided into several stages, namely coordination, media preparation, outreach, and piggy bank making. This activity was carried out face-to-face at SD 014662 Desa Perk.Gunung Melayu. The target of this activity was 6 sixth-grade students of SD 014662 aged between 11 and 12 years old. Various activities were carried out, including presenting material on the definition, benefits, and socialization of how to save money. In addition, there were also practical activities, namely making piggy banks from used cans and determining savings targets. The savings socialization activity was carried out smoothly and succeeded in arousing students' interest in saving money. They also gained a better understanding of the meaning, benefits, and methods of saving money. All sixth-grade students appeared enthusiastic and interested, listening attentively to the material and actively asking and answering questions. The activity of making and decorating piggy banks from used cans also successfully stimulated the students' creativity. In addition, students began putting their remaining pocket money into the piggy banks and setting savings targets, indicating a shift in habits from being consumptive to being more economical. From the results of these activities, it can be concluded that socializing the habit of saving from an early age with a practical and interactive approach is very effective in increasing interest and forming disciplined habits in managing children's money.

The Community Service Program (KKN) is the answer for students to face these challenges. Elementary school students' awareness of saving is still relatively low. Many students prefer to spend their pocket money on momentary desires rather than saving it. This condition indicates that financial literacy in children is still limited. The main objective of this socialization activity is carried out with an approach that is appropriate to the age of elementary school children, for example, such as games, simulations, or simple counseling. By using such methods, students not only understand the concept of saving, but also have a desire to do it. In addition, this socialization activity instills an attitude of independence and discipline. The socialization program was held as an effort to provide insight and instill awareness to students of Elementary School 014662, Gunung Melayu Plantation Village, Rahuning District, Asahan Regency, and was attended by students in grades 4, 5, and 6 regarding the benefits of saving. To facilitate student understanding, the team demonstrated the practice of saving by using piggy banks and money as concrete examples. After students received material on the importance of saving, the activity continued with a quiz session to increase enthusiasm and test their understanding of the newly presented material. The socialization of the love of saving program, carried out through the Community Service Program (KKN), has proven to be effective in fostering understanding and awareness among elementary school students about the importance of saving from an early age.