Levels of Participation of the School Stakeholders to the Different School initiated Activities in Banjo Laurel Elementary School S.Y. 2016-2017

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Stakeholder engagement is the process by which an organization involves people who may contribute to sharing a common understanding and involvement in the decision-making process of projects in school. It aims to evaluate the levels of participation of the school stakeholders and implementation of volunteerism during special activities, like collaboration in crafting the E-SIP, PTA General Assembly and Conferences, Teachers Month, SOSA, SBM, Card Day, Brigada Eskwela, and others. As a school leader, we need to identify the strength to sustain and weaknesses to identify the priority improvement areas; hence, this action research was prepared.

METHODS

The researcher used the School Improvement Plan (SIP) terminal review in identifying the Priority Improvement Areas of the school. Brainstorming of the different activities that need to be enhanced thru the support of School Governing Council, Parents Teachers Association, School Planning Team and Project Team were identified; and one of the identified activities that need improvement is the stakeholders' participation. The school head, together with the cooperation of dedicated and committed teachers in school, Project SLWS or Strong Linkages with the Stakeholders was launched. The project aimed to enhance the needs of the school by providing a strong linkages to stakeholders through Improvement of Physical Facilities like Repair and Improvement of School Fence, Landscaping of School Ground, Construction of School Canal, Putting Steel Matting in front of the School, Repair Water Pipe Line and Construction of Handwashing Area that makes our learner motivated and inspired in enrolling in our school.

RESULTS

Based on the attendance during PTA General Assembly, SOSA and other activities in school, out of 233 pupils, 182 parents were present. The data revealed that there is a remarkable increase in stakeholders' participation in school programs and projects. It will contribute meaningfully to the success of a school partnership in response to the welfare of the learners.

DISCUSSIONS

Project SLWS was found to be effective in enhancing stakeholders' participation. The proof of evidence is the school became the 2nd Place winner in the division level during the Brigada Eskwela. We need to continue the strong linkages with the stakeholders for the success of and welfare of our learners.