Impact of SAGIP Program (Sama-Samang PaGandahin at Ingatan ating Paaralan) in the Performance of Mabuhay Homes 2000 Elementary School in Brigada Eskwela 2018

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Brigada Eskwela is one of the schools' activities that were implemented by the Department of Education for the benefit of the school and students as well. This aimed to prepare the school facilities for the upcoming resume of classes through the joint effort of teachers, parents and other stakeholders. It encourages volunteers to give out time, effort and even donate materials which can be used in simple repairs of buildings and facilities. In line with this, the school launched a SAGIP Program to encourage more and increase the number of volunteers most especially parents and other stakeholders.

METHODS

A descriptive study was conducted to determine the impact of the SAGIP Program in the performance of Mabuhay Homes2000 Elementary School in Brigada 2018. To determine the impact of the program as perceived by parents' participation, community involvement and financial support and donations, Mean and Standard Deviation was utilized. The researchers compared the data from the teachers and school Brigada Eskwela coordinator to determine the increase of volunteers and donations whether in monetary amount or kind.

RESULTS

The study revealed that the impact of the SAGIP Program has a great significance in the performance of the school concerning parents' participation, community involvement, and financial support and donations. It has also a high impact on the teachers and school with regards to planning, activities and community support. It also revealed that the program was successful because there was an increase of almost 75% of volunteers and a monetary amount of donations to the school from Brigada Eskwela 2017 compared to Brigada Eskwela 2018.

DISCUSSIONS

The study concluded that teachers and parents have different views on the impact of the SAGIP Program on the performance of Mabuhay Homes 2000 Elementary School in Brigada Eskwela. It is recommended that as being an essential part of the duties and responsibilities of every teacher and parent to its school, it may require full awareness and participation in the campaign and implementation of Brigada Eskwela to every school where they belong.