What Factors Influence Teenagers' School Readiness?

Abstract

Students' willingness to participate in academic and extracurricular activities at school is correlated with their readiness for school. Several elements influence students' motivation to participate in school activities, both academic and extracurricular. This research aims to determine the factors that shape the school readiness of junior high school students. The research method used is quantitative with a correlation research design. The research sample was 507 junior high school students in Yogyakarta, Indonesia,  and was determined using a proportional random sampling technique. Data collection techniques used the school readiness scale, social support scale, self-esteem scale, and conflict resolution skills scale. Data analysis techniques to uncover research problems use path analysis. The research results showed that social support, self-esteem, and conflict resolution skills explained 92.5% of the factors forming the school readiness of junior high school students in Yogyakarta, Indonesia. Social support makes a high contribution to school readiness compared to conflict resolution skills and self-esteem.