Project SAVE Batang APLAYA (Amaya Pupilsin Low-lying Areas Yielding to Achievement)

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Amaya Elementary School is one of the well performing schools in Tanza. It is located in Amaya I and caters pupils from the different nearby barangays mostly from coastal areas. Absenteeism and drop-outs are rampant in school setting due to several reasons. In addition, frequent to severe absences lead to a negative impact on the pupil's school performance. The need to carefully deal with the real cause of the increasing absenteeism and drop-out incidences of Amaya pupils specifically those who live near coastal areas has become an utmost concern and commits a desire to reduce and manage them

METHODS

The project used the collection method or design that included the survey form and face-to-face interviews during home visitations. To gain an understanding of the underlying reasons and causes of frequent absenteeism, measurable instruments like the survey, home visitation forms, and attendance record were provided.

RESULTS

The result of the survey and assessments from home visitations uncovered the rampant increase on the number of failed/ retained pupils. Improving pupil's academic outcome is the core of the institution that prioritizes the attendance goals and drop-out reduction.

DISCUSSIONS

With continuous implementation, this aims to reach out to the non-Batang APLAYA pupils to extend the project's major aim, controlling absenteeism leading towards failure and to address their needs in ensuring their maximum potentials.