Islamic Education Teachers’ Strategies in Instilling the Prophetic Traits to Shape Students’ Character at Smp Islam Srengat

This study aims to analyze the synergistic role between teachers and parents in internalizing the prophetic traits of shiddiq (truthfulness), amanah (trustworthiness), tabligh (effective communication), and fathanah (wisdom) into students’ daily lives. A descriptive qualitative approach was used, with data obtained through in-depth interviews, participant observation, and document analysis. The research participants included Islamic education teachers, school leaders, parents, and students at SMP Islam Srengat. The findings show that the exemplary role of PAI teachers becomes significantly more effective in shaping student character when it is supported by a religious school climate and active parental involvement. This synergy is reflected through consistent communication between school and home, shared role modelling by teachers and parents, and reinforcement of Islamic values through daily practices. However, several obstacles were also identified, such as limited instructional time, the influence of digital media, and low parental engagement in certain cases. The study highlights the importance of family involvement in Islamic character education and calls for stronger parenting programs rooted in Islamic values. Although limited in scope to a single institution and based solely on qualitative methods, this study offers novelty through its focus on the integration of prophetic traits by both educational agents—teachers and parents—within the context of Generation Z in the digital era. Theoretically, the research contributes to the discourse on Islamic character education by emphasizing collaborative value transmission. Practically, it provides actionable strategies for strengthening school–parent synergy in shaping students’ prophetic character.