This research aims to analyze the role of literacy activities in increasing students' interest in reading and literacy skills at SMP Negeri 6 Serang City, as well as formulating solutions to factors inhibiting literacy activities as a form of effort to develop activities to be more effective. The literacy activities in question include various reading, writing activities, as well as presenting the results of reading or work both outside teaching and learning activities (KBM) hours (every Thursday) and during teaching and learning activities (KBM). This research uses qualitative research methods with interview data collection techniques and literature studies. This research came up with results that show that literacy activities contribute a positive influence to reading interest and literacy skills, and can explore the interests and talents of students at SMPN 6 Serang City. This research also succeeded in revealing at least 4 factors that support the success of literacy activities in schools and 5 inhibiting factors along with solutions as an effort to overcome obstacles or challenges faced in making the goals of literacy activities a success.

This article discusses efforts to maintain the quality of education at SMK Negeri 1 Kota Serang through the implementation of effective student management. Effective student management is needed to create an optimal learning environment and improve student learning outcomes. The research method we use is a descriptive qualitative approach with the results of the data referring to literature studies on the internet. This article also discusses strategies for implementing effective student management at SMK Negeri 1 Kota Serang, including teacher competency training and development, parental involvement, application of educational technology, and collaboration with relevant stakeholders. The results of our research are that through the implementation of effective student management, it is hoped that SMK Negeri 1 Kota Serang can maintain and improve the quality of education, and produce graduates who are competent and ready to face the challenges of the world of work