Character Education Management in Senior High School 6 of Yogyakarta

This research aims to describe the management of character education in SMA Negeri 6 Yogyakarta. This research uses a qualitative approach with descriptive methods. Subjects in this study were the principal, vice principals, teachers, students, and parents of students. The location of this research was carried out at Yogyakarta 6 Public High School. Data collection using the method of observation, interviews, and documentation. The results showed that: (1) management of character education in SMA 6 Yogyakarta was elaborated using the George Terry model (POAC) and formed a model of character education management in SMA 6 Yogyakarta which aimed to minimize the level of juvenile delinquency in SMA Negeri 6 Yogyakarta, and (2) The character values instilled are: religious, national, independent, mutual cooperation, and integrity. These character values are manifested in various activity programs in SMA Negeri 6 Yogyakarta. Keywords—educational management; character education; main values of character