Vol. 8, Issue 4, Part F (2022)

Abstract
This study aims to analyze and describe the problems regarding the planning, implementation and evaluation of character education at the Shipping Polytechnic in South Minahasa. This study uses a qualitative approach with the method of interview, observation and documentation. The research subjects consisted of the Director, Deputy Director 1, Head of Sub-Division of Adm & Youth, Study Programs, Head of the Youth Character Development Center, Counselor Guidance Lecturer, Head of Dormitory Unit, Cadets/I, and Parents of Cadets. Research and data collection was carried out at the Shipping Polytechnic in South Minahasa. The results of this study can be seen in three main conclusions: (1) Planning for character education at the Shipping Polytechnic in South Minahasa, on character management, learning and character building activities for cadets. The preparation of the Character Education Management program at the Shipping Polytechnic in South Minahasa did not involve stakeholders in accordance with applicable regulations. (2) Implementation of Character Education at the Shipping Polytechnic in South Minahasa has been integrated into school management, learning and student development activities. (3) Evaluation of character education at the Shipping Polytechnic in South Minahasa on school management, learning and student development activities. From the results of this study it is recommended that schools: (1) remain consistent in planning character education, but be adaptive and innovative, function school committees in accordance with applicable regulations, utilize school facilities to achieve common goals (2) maintain general school resource management has been good and solid as a Team Work, (3) continues to implement and develop the school's success from various aspects so that the Grand Design Character Building can be realized.