Aceh – Indonesia, SMA Negeri 1 Sabang received an award as an Active Literacy School at the Aceh Literacy Festival #1, held at Anjong Mon Mata, Banda Aceh, on Saturday (10/3/2026).

The festival, attended by numerous schools from various regions across Aceh, was organized by Nyalanesia, an organization dedicated to developing integrated school literacy programs in Indonesia.

The Principal of SMA Negeri 1 Sabang, Helmi, S.Pd.I., stated that the award serves as an appreciation for the school’s consistency in fostering a strong literacy culture.

“In this event, SMA Negeri 1 Sabang also managed to achieve great success in the short story anthology category. Praise be to God, we secured the first, second, and third places all at once,” Helmi said.

All three awards in the short story anthology category were won by female students from SMA Negeri 1 Sabang. Putri Sakinah earned the first place, followed by Dinda Anindya in second place and Chairisa Salsabila Siregar in third place.

Helmi expressed hope that this achievement would encourage students to further hone their interest and skills in literacy.

“We hope this achievement motivates students to continuously develop their passion and abilities in literacy. The achievements earned by our students also demonstrate the immense potential that needs to be continuously nurtured through reading and writing activities,” he added.

According to him, the Active Literacy School award and the students’ accomplishments in the short story anthology category serve as an incentive for SMA Negeri 1 Sabang to keep strengthening the literacy culture within the school environment.

The school is also committed to providing space for students to create works while developing their potential in various fields.