Raffi Ahmad Remembers School Days, Often Late Due to Taking Microlet and Once Borrowed Money at the Stall

Kapanlagi.com - Presenter Raffi Ahmad made a special visit to his alma mater, SMAN 3 Jakarta, on Tuesday (19/8/2025). His visit, which was initially intended to discuss preparations for a grand reunion across generations, instead reopened unique and funny memories from his time as a student there.

One of the most memorable experiences for the father of Rafathar and Rayyanza was his struggle to get to school using public transportation. He admitted that he often got locked out of the gate because the transport he took made him arrive late.

1. Education at SMAN 3 Jakarta

Raffi Ahmad attended SMAN 3 Jakarta for only one year, during his first year of high school. He transferred to SMAN 3 Jakarta from Bandung and joined the elite class.

After the first year, he then moved to SMAN 16 Jakarta when he was in the second year of high school. His transfer was due to his increasingly busy schedule in the entertainment world, which did not comply with school regulations.

2. Frequently Late to School

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Raffi Ahmad often arrived late to school because he used mikrolet and buses as transportation. The distance of his boarding house from the school also contributed to his tardiness.

He also mentioned that he lived alone in Jakarta at that time, which often caused him to wake up late because there was no one to wake him up. As a result of frequently being late, Raffi was often not allowed to enter the classroom and was even locked out of the school gate once.

3. Ever in Debt at the Stall/Canteen

One of the most memorable memories for Raffi is his habit of borrowing money at the stall or canteen near the school. In addition to borrowing, he also often played basketball at school.

Raffi admitted, "I borrowed a lot at the stall, played basketball, so there are many memories here." This memory has become an inseparable part of his high school years.

4. Other Memories

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Raffi Ahmad also reminisces about the times he had a crush on upperclassmen when he was in the first grade. Although he was often late, Raffi stated that he never caused trouble or fought during school.

He emphasized, "I was rarely caught, just locked out and not allowed to enter. At school, I never fought or anything, just a good kid." This sweet memory gives him chills when he returns to SMAN 3.

5. Special Visit to SMAN 3

Raffi's visit to SMAN 3 was not just for a reunion, but also to reminisce about the beautiful times he had there. He felt connected to the memories that were built there.

"Yes, Alhamdulillah I can still be a part of the big family of SMAN 3 Teladan and I have many memories at SMAN 3," Raffi expressed with gratitude.

6.

What made Raffi Ahmad transfer from SMAN 3 Jakarta?
Raffi Ahmad transferred from SMAN 3 Jakarta due to his busy schedule in the entertainment world that often made him late.

Why was Raffi Ahmad often late to school?
He was often late because he used microlets and buses for transportation, as well as the long distance from his boarding house.

What unique memories does Raffi Ahmad have during high school?
Raffi Ahmad recalls his habit of borrowing money at the canteen and often having a crush on seniors.

How did Raffi feel when he returned to SMAN 3?
Raffi felt chills and connected with many memories when he returned to SMAN 3.

(kpl/far/pit)