SMA Negeri 3 Yogyakarta, high school in Yogyakarta City, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
SMA Negeri 3 Yogyakarta is a public secondary school located in the Gondokusuman district near the city center. The campus features functional classroom buildings, open grounds with green spaces, sports facilities including a jogging track, and a mosque called An-Nur, all arranged around a central yard.
The school was founded in 1918 during Dutch colonial rule under the name AMS afdeeling B. It was renamed during the Japanese occupation and later became Sekolah Menengah Atas Bagian B after Indonesian independence. Since 2006 it has been known as SMA Negeri 3 Yogyakarta, following current national education standards.
The school is known by the name Padmanaba, derived from the Sanskrit word for lotus flower, symbolizing purity and courage. The red lotus logo on the school emblem has been a source of pride for students and alumni, representing values of hope and steadfastness in their studies.
The school is easily accessible by local transportation and located in the heart of the city on Jalan Cendana. Visit during school hours to experience the campus in action, and be respectful of students and staff as you move through the grounds.
The school logo was designed by a creative student and features a red lotus flower, giving the school its nickname Padmanaba. This design has remained a symbol of school identity and has been passed down through generations of students and alumni.
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