Community Response to The School at The Dawn Policy of The Regional Government of East Nusa Tenggara For Legal Protection of Children in The City of Kupang

Abstract

Objective: This paper aims to analyze the policy of the East Nusa Tenggara provincial government regarding morning schools for high school students in Kupang City, which has sparked both support and opposition within the community. The article will delve into the reasons behind the resistance to this policy and assess whether it aligns with current Indonesian legal regulations. Method: To address these issues, the research collects data through interviews, observations, and literature reviews. The study employs legal, case, conceptual, and comparative approaches. Result and Discussion: The findings indicate that the morning school policy discriminates against students and teachers and violates students' fundamental rights. Conclusion: The paper concludes that this policy has caused unrest among students, teachers, and parents. The school authorities implement this policy due to their subordination to regional government control. The policy is crafted without adequate study and has negative consequences, especially for students.