Hundreds of Coloring Competition Participants Enliven National Santri Day 2025 at Darul Ma’arif Islamic Boarding School, Kaplongan

darulmaarif.net – Indramayu, 16 October 2025 | 08.30 WIB

Reporter: Ust. Nurul Azkiya Sya’bani, S.Pd.

The atmosphere was full of color and cheerfulness GORDAY Ma’ariif Indramayuwhen it was held 2025 National Santri Day Coloring Competition on Thursday, (16/10/2025).

This activity, which started at 08.30 to 11.00 WIB, succeeded in attracting 514 participants from various schools and kindergartens in Indramayu Regency. This event is one of a large series of National Santri Day commemorations held by the NU Green Campus with great enthusiasm and educational value.

In its implementation, 2025 National Santri Day Coloring Competition not only is it a place to compete for creativity, but also a space for expression for children to dare to create and grow their self-confidence. They seemed enthusiastic about bringing their own coloring equipment, sitting neatly on mats or small tables provided by the committee, then began to express their imaginations colorfully.

According to the committee, 2025 National Santri Day Coloring Competition aims to instill Islamic values ​​from an early age through fun art activities. Children are invited to get to know the world of Islamic boarding schools, the religious atmosphere, and the spirit of Santri Day in a happy way. Through this activity, it is hoped that participants can develop artistic talents while developing a sense of love for the Islamic boarding school environment.

Activity 2025 National Santri Day Coloring Competition This also received a positive response from the parents who were present to accompany their children. One of them came from Kurniawatiparents of Ghita Hananischoolgirl SDN 3 Jengkok Kertasemayawho admitted that he was proud of his daughter’s courage in taking part in the competition amidst many participants from outside the region.

“I really appreciate Dede who has the courage to take part in the competition, he is very enthusiastic about joining the coloring competition. Moreover, this is his first experience among many participants from outside his community,” he said.

He added that activities such as 2025 National Santri Day Coloring Competition very good for children’s growth and development. “It’s not about the end result, but about how children learn to imagine, think and express themselves. This activity also helps them recognize colors, shapes and lines which are beneficial for fine motor skills,” he explained.

Similar appreciation came from Muhammad Fadlan’s parentsstudent MI Ma’arif Juntinyuat. It evaluates 2025 National Santri Day Coloring Competition not just a competition, but also a means of introducing Islamic boarding schools and Islamic values ​​in a fun way.

“The children look enthusiastic and happy. This activity is not only a competition, but also an educational event that introduces them to the world of Islam from an early age. Hopefully activities like this will continue every year so that the children will love Islamic boarding schools even more,” he said enthusiastically.

Meanwhile, Khoridatul Bahiyah, S.Pdguardian of Ahmad Ghaisan origin NU Kaplangan Kindergartenalso conveyed its positive impact on implementation 2025 National Santri Day Coloring Competition.

“Masya Allah, I’m so happy to see my child taking part in a coloring competition at the NU Green Campus. The place is comfortable, the committee is friendly, and the atmosphere is full of student enthusiasm. Thank you to the Darul Ma’arif Islamic Boarding School for organizing positive activities like this. Hopefully there will be more other educational competitions that can hone our children’s potential,” he said with a proud smile.

Activity 2025 National Santri Day Coloring Competition This is clear proof that the Darul Ma’arif Islamic Boarding School does not only focus on religious education, but also on developing children’s potential and creativity. By presenting a competition that is fun and full of moral values, this Islamic boarding school has succeeded in showing the gentle, creative and educational face of Islam.

Apart from being a competitive event, 2025 National Santri Day Coloring Competition It also functions as a meeting space between Islamic boarding schools and the wider community. Many parents who are entering the Islamic boarding school environment for the first time are amazed by the religious atmosphere combined with the joy of the children. This is a beautiful form of cultural da’wah — instilling love for Islamic boarding schools through activities that are child-friendly and full of meaning.

Through 2025 National Santri Day Coloring CompetitionDarul Ma’arif Kaplongan Islamic Boarding School reiterates its commitment to producing a creative, moral and competitive Quranic generation. With the number of participants reaching hundreds, this activity shows how much trust the public has in Islamic boarding schools as educational institutions that are able to combine spiritual values ​​and modern creativity.

For parents who want their children to grow up in a religious, creative and full of Islamic values, Darul Ma’arif Islamic Boarding School Kaplongan Indramayu open registration of new students for the 2026/2027 academic year. Let’s join together NU Green Campusan Islamic boarding school that is committed to producing an Islamic generation that is accomplished, has good morals, and is ready to become the successor to the nation’s struggle.

Hope it is useful.