Jakarta, July 29 -- The Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education has announced that schools operated by the community, including private schools, are eligible to apply for government funding support for renovations.

"Private schools can also receive funding or participate in the renovation program if needed, based on the Basic Education Data (Dapodik) and verification," director general of early childhood, primary, and secondary education at the ministry, Gogot Suharwoto, said here on Monday.

He encouraged private school principals to report the condition of their schools and any revitalization needs through the Dapodik system.

Once a funding application is received, the ministry will verify and validate the school's condition in co...