Thursina International Islamic Boarding School (IIBS) successfully held its Program Evaluation Meeting for the 2025/2026 Academic Year as part of its ongoing commitment to evaluating institutional performance and shaping strategic priorities for the year ahead. Centered on the theme "Commitment to Excellence," the two-day meeting served as a collaborative forum for reflection and strategic evaluation, reinforcing the school's commitment to delivering high-quality services, effective governance, and sustainable educational innovation.
Held on June 29–30, 2026, at the Thursina IIBS campus, the meeting was attended by Chairman Ustaz Dr. Muhammad Ali Wahyudi, CEO Ustaz Nur Abidin, Ed.D., Senior Advisors Ustaz Sentot E. Parijatno, M.T. and Ustaz Dr. Sumi Rahayu, along with the school's Chiefs, Principals, and the Manager of Research & Center Development. Together, they reviewed institutional performance and discussed strategic directions for the school’s continued growth.
Ten key departments participated in the evaluation, including the Relation & Enrollment Office (REO), Education, Waqaf, Endowment & Enterprise Services (WES), Secretarial Office, Thursina International Office (TIO), Thursina Excellent Institute (TEXIN), Human Capital Management (HCM), General Affairs (GA), Management Information Technology (MIT), and Finance. Each department presented its annual achievements, key performance indicators, operational challenges, and strategic recommendations to support planning for the 2026/2027 Academic Year.
More than a routine annual review, the Program Evaluation Meeting was designed as a collaborative platform that promotes a culture of data-informed decision-making and cross-departmental collaboration. Every presentation was followed by constructive feedback from the leadership team, enabling comprehensive evaluation of the programs in terms of effectiveness, quality assurance, resource efficiency, and their overall contribution to educational excellence.
In his remarks, CEO Ustaz Nur Abidin, Ed.D., emphasized that evaluation is an essential element of an organization committed to continuous growth and service excellence.
"The Program Evaluation Meeting is more than an opportunity to review what we have accomplished. It is a valuable moment for us to learn together, strengthen collaboration, and ensure that every initiative we undertake creates meaningful impact for the advancement of our institution," he said.
"Commitment to Excellence must become part of the culture of every member of the Thursina community. Lasting quality can only be achieved through honest evaluation, continuous improvement, and a shared commitment to lifelong growth."
During the meeting, each department also showcased the innovations implemented throughout the 2025/2026 Academic Year. Presentations highlighted progress in academic services, human resource development, digital transformation, international engagement, and the enhancement of institutional support services.
At the same time, participants openly discussed challenges encountered during implementation, identifying opportunities to further refine programs. This reflection enable each department remain responsive to students' needs and aligned with the evolving global education landscape.
The discussions were highly interactive, encouraging participants to exchange ideas, share best practices, and collaboratively develop solutions to common challenges. This collaborative approach is expected to strengthen synergy across departments, ensuring that institutional initiatives become increasingly integrated and mutually supportive in achieving the school's strategic goals.
The Program Evaluation Meeting also reaffirmed the alignment of every institutional program with Thursina IIBS's vision as an International Islamic Boarding School that promotes Holistic & Balanced Education, integrating academic excellence, character development, and global leadership. The outcomes of the evaluation will serve as the foundation for strategic planning, institutional decision-making, and program priorities for the 2026/2027 Academic Year.
Through this annual forum, Thursina IIBS once again demonstrates its commitment to fostering a culture of continuous improvement as the cornerstone of institutional development. Guided by the spirit of Commitment to Excellence, every member of the school community is encouraged to innovate, strengthen professionalism, deepen collaboration, and continuously enhance the quality of education—preparing future Muslim leaders who are academically accomplished, morally grounded, and ready to make meaningful contributions to society and the global community.
