West Jakarta – On Monday, August 17, 2026, a flag-raising ceremony was held to commemorate the 81st Anniversary of the Republic of Indonesia. This independence commemoration took place on the school's main field and was attended with great solemnity by all students, teachers, and staff.

Alana Maheswara served as the ceremony commander, leading the formations with authority. The event officially began with the recitation of the Al-Azhar Pledge, delivered loudly and with deep feeling by Alisya Sit M before the entire assembly.

Following the pledge, the Red and White flag was raised by the flag-raising team, consisting of Ardhy Ditria Kusuma (flag hoist operator), Kenji Alaric (flag bearer), and Muhammad Jafarisidiq (flag stretcher). The flag-raising procession proceeded smoothly, observed with deep respect by all attendees.

Before the address, the participants joined in a prayer led by Syaa Kirana. Prayers were offered for the heroes who had fought for the nation, as well as for the safety and progress of Indonesia.

The event continued with an address by the Ceremony Supervisor, Dra. Sri Wuryatmi. In her speech, she emphasized that technological advancements in this era of independence must be utilized appropriately and wisely for positive purposes.

After the speech, the atmosphere of the ceremony became more spirited and moving. The student choir performed national songs—"Maju Tak Gentar," "Halo-Halo Bandung," and "Hari Merdeka"—with beautiful, harmonious vocals.

The entire flag-raising ceremony commemorating the 81st Anniversary of the Republic of Indonesia concluded with a closing prayer and the dismissal of the formations. Overall, the event proceeded smoothly and in an orderly manner, fostering a sense of nationalism among all participants.