Rama, a 38-year-old single mother from Bogor Regency, West Java, found solace in the government’s Sekolah Rakyat (People’s School) for her son, Ridwan. The tuition-free boarding school provided a safe and caring environment for Ridwan, where he was treated with dignity and kindness. Having struggled to make ends meet after the passing of her first husband, Rama was initially hesitant about enrolling Ridwan in Sekolah Rakyat. However, after learning about the fully funded residential education program, she decided to seize the opportunity.
Moved by the school’s order, care, and attention towards her child, Rama expressed her gratitude for the program that not only provided education but also restored hope in her family. Previously facing financial hardships and exhaustion, Rama had nearly lost hope before Ridwan’s enrollment in Sekolah Rakyat. Witnessing the positive impact on her son, Rama now dreams of a bright future for Ridwan, hoping he will succeed and become a successful individual.
Ridwan’s enrollment in Sekolah Rakyat marked a turning point in their lives, with Rama acknowledging the support from President Prabowo Subianto and everyone involved in the program. She expressed her heartfelt thanks to the President for extending help to families like hers and prayed for his health and blessings. For Rama, the school not only provided education for Ridwan but also restored his self-worth while reigniting hope in her heart. The impact of Sekolah Rakyat exemplifies how tangible change can positively affect the lives of vulnerable citizens when the state extends a helping hand.