A total of 13 Adiwiyata-assisted schools and two partner schools from the Batang Toru area participated in the Waste-Aware School Workshop and Socialization of the Environmentally Aware and Cultured Movement in Schools (GPBLHS), held from 24 to 28 May 2025 at SMPN 1 Batang Toru and SMAN 1 Batang Toru. The program was a collaborative effort between the South Tapanuli Environmental Agency, the Semut Merah Environmental Care Foundation, and the Naposo Hamubaon Batang Toru Waste Bank, aimed at promoting clean, healthy, and green school environments.
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The participating schools represented various Adiwiyata levels, including prospective district-level Adiwiyata schools: SD Swasta Faza Azkia Hutaraja and SMP Negeri 1 Muara Ampolu; provincial-level candidates: SD Negeri 100714 Garoga, SD Negeri 100715 Telo, SMP Negeri 2 Muara Batang Toru, SMK Negeri 1 Batang Toru, and SMA Negeri 1 Batang Toru; national-level candidates: SD Negeri 100707 Perkebunan Batang Toru, SMP Negeri 2 Batang Toru, MTsN 3 South Tapanuli, and SMK Negeri 2 Batang Toru; and independent-level candidates: SD Negeri 100712 Hapesong Lama and SMP Negeri 1 Batang Toru. Additionally, two partner schools—SD Negeri No. 100708 Perkebunan Hapesong and SD Negeri 100710 Hapesong Baru—were also present.
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Throughout the workshop, participants engaged in both theoretical and hands-on activities, including waste management techniques, repurposing used materials into creative projects, and compost production. One of the key outcomes expected from this workshop was the establishment of Environmental Innovation Classes at each school and the strengthening of Adiwiyata student cadres through practical initiatives such as producing eco-bricks and upcycled crafts. This workshop served as an important milestone in building the capacity of school communities toward achieving Adiwiyata status at various levels. Through continuous guidance and mentorship, these schools are expected to become pioneers in creating learning environments that are not only academically excellent but also environmentally responsible and sustainable.
