Proposed 3-Year Development Plan for Senior High School in the Division of Lipa City

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

This study is conducted to examine the current status and prospects of the implementation of Senior High School in the Division of Lipa City. It presents the clear picture ofwhat has transpired on its pilot year of operation. It determines the major areas that need to be addressed properly in order to achieve the desired learning objectives as it embraces the challenges posted on it.

METHODS

Using both quantitative and qualitative research design, the researcher was able to obtain data and information from the school heads and supervisor. These were used as inputs in formulating a proposal for a three-year development plan for Senior High School.

RESULTS

It can be noted thatout of 3002 JHS Grade 10 population, only 1436 or 47.83 % enrolled in the 7 public schools implementing Senior High School in Lipa City. Eighty-two teachers were allocated for the Division of Lipa City. However, only 58 items were given because of the limited number of sections that can be accommodated by each implementing school. All expected physical facilities which should have been available were still under construction. There was a need for more learning modules in most subjects such as Pre-Calculus and an oversupply of learning modules in a few subjects. Six out of seven implementing public SHS offered Academic Strand except Pinagkawitan SHS. There were considerable number of public schools which provided Home Economics. Four schools offered ICT, however, none of them had Animation and Technical Drafting strands. Industrial Arts strand was offered in only one school. General Academic Strand (GAS) was offered in most schools as posted. This was followed by Home Economics specifically in Bread and Pastry, Cookery, and Food and Beverages. Third on the list was ICT on Computer Hardware Servicing. A proposed three-year development plan was formulated covering the variables of the study.

DISCUSSIONS

Not all Junior High School completers preferred to enter Senior High Schools in public school. The Division of Lipa City is adequately supplied by teacher applicants; thus, teacher hiring is not an issue. Matters regarding physical facilities posed great concerns on the implementation of senior high school since 100% of the allotted structures are still under construction. There is an imbalance in the supply of materials. The tracks being offered in the public schools in Lipa are still incomplete.