Implementation of Islamic Religious Education in Shaping Students’ Character at SMK PAB 2 Helvetia

This study discusses the character formation of students at SMK PAB 2 Helvetia. This study aims to analyze the implementation of Islamic Religious Education (PAI) in character formation of students at SMK PAB 2 Helvetia. Islamic Religious Education in this school is implemented not only through classroom learning, but also through religious habits such as reading the Qur'an every Friday, congregational Dhuhur prayer, and the habit of saying salam. This study uses qualitative methods with observation, interview, and documentation techniques to obtain in-depth data. The results show that the implementation of PAI plays a significant role in shaping student character through religious activities, teacher role models, and religious extracurricular activities. However, the limitations of learning methods that are still predominantly lecture-based and the minimal use of digital media are obstacles. Therefore, technology-based learning innovations and strengthening the role of teachers as role models are urgently needed so that the implementation of PAI is more optimal in forming a generation with character, noble morals, and ready to face future challenges.