In Commemoration of National Teacher's Day 2025, the Bontang Government Unveils a Strong Commitment to Teachers in the Homeland

Kapanlagi.com - The National Teacher's Day celebration in 2025 in Bontang City was lively and meaningful. Held on Tuesday (25/11/2025) morning at the Lang-Lang Bessai Berinta Stadium, this year's celebration took a nationally touching theme: “Great Teachers, Strong Indonesia.” Not just a ceremony, this event became a moment for the government to reaffirm its real commitment to the welfare and competence of these unsung heroes.

This event was attended by around 500 participants, including representatives from educational institutions, vertical agencies, community organizations, and company leadership. Several important figures from Bontang were also present, such as H.Saeful Rizal from the Regional People's Representative Council, Acting Secretary Akhmad Suharto, elements of the TNI-Polri, Head of BNNK, Head of Land Affairs, and Chairperson of the TP-PKK of Bontang City, Nur Kalbi Agus Haris.

The inspector of the ceremony was the Deputy Mayor of Bontang, Agus Haris, who also read the official message from the Minister of Primary and Secondary Education of the Republic of Indonesia, Prof.Dr.Abdul Mu’ti, M.Ed. In his speech, the government conveyed a series of good news for Indonesian teachers in 2025.

Government's Strong Commitment to Indonesian Teachers

For those of you who are curious, here are some important policies announced by the government to support teachers:

• A scholarship of Rp3 million per semester for teachers who do not have a D.IV/S1, through the RPL program. There are 12,500 quotas prepared!
• Current training and competency improvement, ranging from Teacher Professional Education, Guidance Counseling, to trending topics like AI, Coding, and Deep Learning.
• Certification allowance of Rp2 million per month for non-ASN teachers.
• One-time bonus equal to the basic salary for ASN teachers.
• Additional incentive of Rp300 thousand per month for honorary teachers.

And the good news is, all allowances will be sent directly to each teacher's account. Transparent, fast, and safe!

The government has also outlined follow-up plans for 2026, such as expanding scholarships for 150,000 teachers, increasing incentives for honorary teachers to Rp400 thousand, and reducing administrative burdens and teaching hours, so that teachers have one special day each week for personal development.

Challenges for Teachers in the Digital Era Also Receive Attention

Minister Abdul Mu’ti is also aware of the increasingly complex challenges in the digital era today. He mentioned moral issues, social pressure, and mental health as matters that must be addressed wisely.

Interestingly, the government collaborates with the Indonesian National Police (Polri) to handle cases involving teachers, students, and parents in a more humane way, through a restorative justice approach.

“Teachers are not just educators, but agents of civilization. Teachers are expected to be role models, moral guides, motivators, friends, and figures that students can look up to and emulate,” emphasized Minister Abdul Mu’ti.

Special Message from President Prabowo for Students

At the end of the speech, there was a sweet and simple message delivered by President Prabowo Subianto for all students in Indonesia. His message is very touching and can serve as a guide for all of us:

1. Learn well
2. Love your parents
3. Respect your teachers
4. Be harmonious with friends
5. Love your homeland and nation

This National Teacher's Day moment is not just about ceremony, but is a tangible proof that the government continues to strive to improve the welfare of teachers and honor this noble profession. Because in essence, there is no future without teachers.

(kpl/tsr)