ABSTRACT
Pollution in the Brantas River has a serious impact on reducing its water quality. This problem raises concerns from various groups, including educational institutions. Water Quality Monitoring Community Networks, called by JKPKA is a voluntary organization consisting of schools in the Brantas and Bengawan Solo watersheds committed to preserving the river environment. This study aims to determine the achievements and obstacles of JKPKA in an effort to preserve the Brantas watershed. This study used qualitative research methods. The data collection process was carried out through interviews with the JKPKA central and regional coordinators and several high schools (SMA) teachers who played an active role in preserving the Brantas watershed. We describe the results of this study indicate that the JKPKA achievements include (1) the discovery of the Water Inquiry learning model, (2) recording the MURI record for monitoring river water quality, and (3) contributing to the improvement of the Brantas watershed environment. Meanwhile, the obstacles faced by JKPKA include (1) no support from the local Education and Culture Office, (2) the ineffective succession of management in schools and, (3) dependence on the role of teachers and students in spreading the idea of river schools.
