Formation of Students' Religious Character through the Taujih Program at Smpit Permata Probolinggo

This research aims to discover the concept of forming students' religious character at SMPIT Permata Kota Probolinggo and how it is implemented in the taujih program at SMPIT Permata Kota Probolinggo. This research uses qualitative research with a case study type. The data collection techniques in this research use observation, interviews, and documentation. In contrast, the data analysis techniques use interactive techniques from Miles and Huberman in data collection, data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion. Testing the validity of the data using source triangulation was carried out to increase the credibility and validity of the research data. The research results show that the taujih program at SMPIT Permata aims to develop morals, faith, and piety, increase religious knowledge, and develop a spiritual mentality. The material used includes themes related to Islamic religious teachings and uses the lecture method. The implementation is done through planning, determining objectives, determining materials, and arranging a schedule for implementing the Taujih program. Implementation of the taujih program twice a week on Monday and Thursday. Evaluation in the taujih program is carried out by not only understanding the material but applying it in daily life and being more conducive to implementing taujih at school. Apart from that, this program also helps strengthen relationships between students, teachers and parents in supporting the development of religious character.