Cangkal : Jurnal Ilmu Sosial dan Humaniora
Vol. 1 No. 2 (2025): November - April 2026

KEPEMIMPINAN TRANSFORMASIONAL KEPALA SEKOLAH DALAM MENGIMPLEMENTASIKAN KURIKULUM MERDEKA DI SMP NEGERI 6 SATUI

Priyo Utomo (Universitas Islam Kalimantan Muhammad Arsyad Al- Banjari Banjarmasin)
Husnul Madihah (Universitas Islam Kalimantan Muhammad Arsyad Al- Banjari Banjarmasin)
Aam Gunawan (Universitas Islam Kalimantan Muhammad Arsyad Al- Banjari Banjarmasin)



Article Info

Publish Date
29 Dec 2025

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the role of the principal’s transformational leadership in the implementation of the Merdeka Curriculum within the school context. The research was conducted at SMP Negeri 6 Satui using a descriptive qualitative approach. The research participants consisted of the principal and various educational stakeholders involved in the management and implementation of educational activities at SMP Negeri 6 Satui. Data were collected through classroom and school observations, in-depth interviews, and document analysis. The findings indicate that: (a) the principal’s transformational leadership functions effectively in fostering a positive work ethic and enhancing the motivation of all school resources, thereby creating institutional readiness for the optimal implementation of the Merdeka Curriculum; (b) the implementation of the Merdeka Curriculum at SMP Negeri 6 Satui has been carried out in a systematic and well-directed manner and demonstrates effective development; and (c) the involvement of parents and the wider community contributes to strengthening synergy in supporting the implementation of the Merdeka Curriculum at the school.

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cjish

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Education Social Sciences Other

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Cangkal : Jurnal Ilmu Sosial dan Humaniora (e-ISSN: 3123-7088) merupakan jurnal ilmiah yang mempublikasikan hasil penelitian, kajian teoritis, dan pemikiran kritis dalam bidang ilmu sosial dan humaniora. Nama “Cangkal” berasal dari bahasa Banjar yang bermakna rajin, kuat, dan kokoh, yang ...