The Effectiveness of Ecological Solid Waste Management Practices Towards the Attitude of Manggas-Tamak Elementary School Pupils SY2017-2018

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

The environment in which we live is very important and it directly affects our lives. It is said that man is the product of his environment. Environmental problem is a global concern. It has no boundary around the world efforts are being made to make people aware about environmental protections. The main objective of this investigation is to find out the effectiveness of the Ecological Solid Waste Management Practices towards the attitude of Manggas-Tamak Elementary School pupils. Moreover, this study sought to answer the extent of implementation of the said practices.

METHODS

The descriptive survey method is used in conducting the study with the questionnaire. The data gathered were treated using the frequency, mean, and rank. The result of the test was utilized as the basis for the effectiveness of Ecological Solid Waste Management practices of Manggas-Tamak Elementary School pupils.

RESULTS

The findings revealed that the pupils of Manggas-Tamak Elementary School are well aware of the practices, programs, policies, and activities of the school. In the implementation of R.A. 9003 MTES pupils practiced ecological solid waste management most of the time. They showed positive attitudes on environmental consciousness.

DISCUSSIONS

This implies that pupils of Manggas-Tamak Elementary School pupils practiced the implementation of R.A. 9003 Ecological Solid Waste Management most of the time. So it is recommended that the school will provide the necessary resources and guidelines to enable the pupils to practice waste collection and segregation, composting and recycling at all times. And continuous monitoring and evaluation should be conducted by the school Ecological Solid Waste Management Committee.