Christian Education Management in Elementary Schools Based on Local Wisdom "Wene Hesekewa Kolik Welagarek" at Wamena Papua

Abstract

Christian education at the elementary school level has a strategic role in shaping children's character holistically, covering intellectual, moral, spiritual, and social aspects. Christian education management plays an important role in creating a learning environment conducive to students' moral and spiritual growth, with leaders capable of planning, managing, and evaluating all aspects of school operations. Effective Christian leadership can lead an educational institution to achieve its vision and mission and become an agent of change that inspires students to develop their full potential. In the context of Christian education in Wamena, Papua, local wisdom such as "Wene Hesekewa Kolik Welagarek" (WHKW), which means guidance for living well, is also integrated in education management. These WHKW values have similarities with moral principles in Christian teachings, reinforcing the relevance of learning to students' daily lives and reinforcing their cultural identity. With a blend of Christian values and local wisdom, Christian education in Wamena is able to form a generation that is not only intellectually intelligent but also has a strong, responsible character, and is rooted in a rich cultural heritage. This approach makes a significant contribution to creating a harmonious and quality educational environment. The research method used is qualitative, which aims to explore the application of Christian education management based on local wisdom.