The Implementation of Adopt-A-Schooll Program in Public Elementary Schools in the District Of Masantol, Pampanga

Abstract

Introduction

This study intended to assess the implementation of the Adopt-a-School Program (ASP), it's the effect on access, efficiency, quality and governance of the different schools in Masantol District. It also determined the different agencies and the support given to the schools. Furthermore, it identified problems, benefits, and implications for education. The target participants of this study were the principals and teachers of Masantol District.

Methods

This study utilized the descriptive-quantitative method of research. The descriptive part focused on the fact-finding and adequate interpretation of the implementation of the ASP in the Masantol District. Through this method, it was determined and reported the way things are and has no control over what was and it can only measure what already exists. Data from 12 principals and 261 teachers were collected through a survey questionnaire and an unstructured interview. Items in the questionnaire were based on Adopt -a -School Program and School-Based Management Parameters. These were treated and analyzed by several statistical procedures: frequency distribution, weighted mean and t-test.

Results

Findings revealed that the adoption agencies in Masantol District are committed and motivated in improving schools in Masantol for students' achievements. Support extended from adopting agencies met the schools' needs. The effect of the implementation of ASP on schools' access, efficiency, quality, and governance was to a great extent. Similarly, the extent of benefits and implications of ASPwas perceived to a great extent. Problems relative to its implementation seemed serious. Statistical data also revealed that there is no significant difference between the assessment of school heads and teachers on the implementation of ASP-based on SBM parameters.

Discussions

Based on the information gathered from the respondents, ASP was described as DepEd's effective program in extending help to different public schools particularly in poor provinces and municipalities like Masantol. It was also described as DepEd's effective partner in aiming for a higher quality of education.