Latest News: August 17th Competition to Commemorate the 79th Anniversary of the Republic of Indonesia
To celebrate Indonesia's 79th birthday, Skyline Academy also held an August 17th competition for students.
2/14/20251 min read
The August 17th Competition at school is a series of activities held every year to commemorate the Independence Day of the Republic of Indonesia. This activity aims to foster a spirit of nationalism, togetherness, and creativity among students. Various exciting and challenging competitions are held, both for students, teachers, and parents who participate.
Some of the competitions that are usually held include tug-of-war, sack races, cracker eating competitions, water relay races, and mini pole climbing competitions. In addition to traditional competitions, schools also hold art competitions such as drawing competitions, poetry competitions, and group vocal competitions to hone students' artistic talents.
Students are also involved in creative competitions, such as making mini flags, decorating the classroom with an independence theme, and knowledge competitions about the history of Indonesia's struggle. In addition to being exciting and entertaining, these competitions also teach the importance of teamwork, sportsmanship, and creativity in celebrating independence with enthusiasm.
This competition activity ends with a flag ceremony in the morning to honor the services of the heroes, followed by the announcement of the winners of the competition who will receive attractive prizes. The August 17th competition at school is a moment that is eagerly awaited every year, because apart from being entertaining, it also strengthens the bonds of brotherhood between students and teachers.
