High school students may switch tracks when tracking returns

Kemendikdasmen is preparing a scheme that would allow high school students to switch majors if their interests and talents change, alongside a plan to revive the science, social studies and language tracks in the 2027/2028 school year. Head of the Center for Basic and Secondary Education Policy Toni Toharudin said the option to move majors would mark a major change from the old system. Before choosing a major, students will undergo regular talent and interest assessments conducted by the Center for Educational Assessment. During the school year, teachers and guidance and counseling teachers will also monitor how well students fit the majors they choose. The assessment results and monitoring will be used as considerations for any major change. Technical rules and the first class affected by the policy are still being prepared. Toni said the legal basis for tracking still refers to Government Regulation No. 17 of 2010.