The Level of Engagement and Challenge in Pupil Leadership Programs of Public Elementary Schools in San Miguel Island of Tabaco City

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

This study determined the level of engagement and the challenges in pupil leadership programs in public elementary schools in San Miguel Island, Tabaco City Division. It answered the following sub-problems: what is the level of engagement of pupils in leadership programs along scouting, pupil government; is there a significant difference on the level of engagement of pupils in the leadership programs among the island schools in Tabaco City; what are the challenges met by the teachers in engaging pupils in leadership programs; what interventions may be proposed to address the challenges met in engaging pupils in the leadership programs.

METHODS

The quantitative research methodology was employed. It uses statistical tests to explain the nature, characteristics, relationships and differences of variables. It is designed to produce statistically reliable data about any condition. As to design, the descriptive-survey was employed because it determined the level of engagement and challenges along the identified indicators using a survey questionnaire.

RESULTS

Based on the findings, the following are deduced: the level of engagement of pupils in leadership programs is high. The F-statistics is 0.35143 and the p value at 0.05 level of significance is 0.707745. The F statistics is lower than the p value of 0.05 level of significance thus the relationship is not significant. There is no significant difference between the level of engagement of the pupils in leadership programs. The challenges met by the teachers in engaging their pupils with leadership programs are moderate. The following recommendations are made. School heads and teachers of the island schools in San Miguel, Tabaco City may conduct a comprehensive development leadership program to address life-long learning, personal effectiveness and life roles for pupils to improve their level of engagement to a very high level. The challenges met by teachers in engaging their pupils with leadership programs may be lessened by providing creative and innovative ways of participation among pupils, parents, communities, teachers, and school heads.

DISCUSSIONS

The researcher’s recommendations will address the challenges met by the pupils in the leadership programs. Strong motivation from the parents, teachers, and school heads are needed to develop the leadership skills of the pupils. They are the key to bridge the gap in this study. The teacher-researcher suggests adapting the interventions made.