PORTALJABAR, BEKASI REGENCY - Acting Regent of Bekasi, Dr. Asep Surya Atmaja, is encouraging the revitalization of school facilities and infrastructure to further support the creation of a safe, comfortable, and high-quality learning environment for students.

This was conveyed by Asep when visiting Bojongsari 04 State Elementary School, Kedungwaringin District, in the context of the Open House of the revitalized school, Friday (16/10/2026).

On that occasion, Asep personally inspected the revitalization results and engaged in dialogue with teachers and school staff. He requested that the facilities built through the revitalization program be jointly maintained and cared for so that they can be used long-term to support teaching and learning activities.

"We ask that the teachers, homeroom teachers, and students take good care of this school's revitalization. This is our school of pride," said Asep.

According to him, the development of educational facilities is a crucial part of creating a school environment that supports the learning process. Therefore, the results of this development are not only the responsibility of the government, but also the entire school community.

Asep expressed his appreciation to the President of the Republic of Indonesia for his attention to improving educational facilities and infrastructure in Bekasi Regency through the school revitalization program.

He stated that in 2025, 35 schools will receive revitalization assistance with a budget of approximately Rp20.819 billion. Meanwhile, in 2026, 21 schools will receive revitalization assistance with a budget of approximately Rp20.819 billion, with nine of these schools having entered into Cooperation Agreements (PKS) worth approximately Rp9.5 billion.

At the junior high school level, 18 schools will receive revitalization assistance worth approximately Rp16.24 billion in 2025. In 2026, 20 schools will receive assistance worth approximately Rp18.277 billion.

"The total is around Rp64.8 billion. As Acting Regent of Bekasi, I, along with the people of Bekasi Regency and the education journalism team, would like to express my gratitude to the President of the Republic of Indonesia for his attention to education in Bekasi Regency," he said.

Asep hopes that the revitalization will not stop at physical development, but will also have an impact on improving the quality of learning and students' enthusiasm for pursuing knowledge.

According to him, schools are a crucial space for children to grow and develop. Therefore, a positive school environment requires discipline, caring, and commitment from the entire school community.

"Hopefully, teaching and learning can go well," he said.

Meanwhile, the Head of the Bekasi Regency Education Office, Imam Faturochman, said that the availability of adequate educational facilities and infrastructure will further encourage the creation of a safe and comfortable school culture.

He asked all school residents to maintain and care for the revitalized facilities so that they can be used optimally to support the learning process.

"Please ensure that this building is well maintained and looked after by the teachers and students to optimize learning," said Imam.

Acting Principal of Bojongsari 04 Elementary School, Amih Suarsih, expressed her appreciation for the Acting Regent of Bekasi's presence at the Open House. She stated that the visit provided an opportunity for the school to engage in dialogue and address various needs to improve the quality of education, both in terms of facilities and infrastructure.

Regarding this open house, there are 3 new classrooms built by the central government.

He conveyed a number of needs to support student activities, including fields and arts stages.

"We hope that what we conveyed to the Acting Regent can be realized next year," he concluded. (Bekasi Regency Communications and Information Office/rka)