Ade Nurhayati Sapalakai and Yendra Elvawati from Universitas PGRI Sumatera Barat examined the implementation of the Indonesia Smart Program (PIP) and its various challenges at SMAN 1 Pagai Utara Selatan, Mentawai Islands Regency, spanning from 2024 to 2025. This research is crucial for evaluating the effectiveness of national educational assistance in frontier, outermost, and underdeveloped (3T) regions characterized by unique geographical challenges and infrastructure limitations.
Family economic conditions frequently serve as a primary barrier to children's continued schooling due to additional cost burdens such as uniforms, books, and transportation. Although the government provides PIP through the Indonesia Smart Card (KIP) to expand educational access and prevent dropouts, its implementation in island regions faces structural hurdles vastly different from urban centers.
This study applied a qualitative approach with a descriptive design. Data collection was conducted through non-participant observation, in-depth interviews with key informants (principals, vice principals, school operators, teachers, students, and parents), and official document analysis. Informants were selected using purposive sampling, while data analysis adopted the interactive model by Miles and Huberman, consisting of data condensation, data display, and conclusion drawing.
The main findings of the research indicate several critical points:
- PIP implementation spans identification and registration via the Basic Education Data (Dapodik) system, program socialization, and fund distribution and disbursement.
- Schools play a crucial role in updating student data, completing administrative requirements, and assisting with the disbursement process.
- Operational obstacles include inconsistent population data, minimal internet access, island geographical conditions with extreme weather risks, high marine transport costs to banks, and the presence of nominated students who have not yet received financial aid.
Enhancing PIP effectiveness in 3T regions requires strengthening data governance, improving communication networks, and expanding access to banking services. Ade Nurhayati Sapalakai and Yendra Elvawati emphasize that schools in island regions function as more than mere administrative units; they serve as critical safety pillars ensuring students retain their right to education amidst geographical limitations.
Author Profiles
- Ade Nurhayati Sapalakai: Researcher and student at the Postgraduate Faculty, Universitas PGRI Sumatera Barat.
- Yendra Elvawati: Researcher and academic at the Postgraduate Faculty, Universitas PGRI Sumatera Barat.
Research Source
- Article Title: Implementation of the Indonesia Smart Program (PIP) at Sman 1 Pagai Utara Selatan, Kepulauan Mentawai Regency
- Journal Name: International Journal of Education and Life Sciences (IJELS), Vol. 4, No. 8 August 2026: 1273-1284
- DOI:
https://doi.org/10.59890/ijels.v4i8.83
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