Implementation of TEA (Transparent, Ethical and Accountable) Governance in the Province of Quezon: From theory to Practice

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

The quality of leadership and management makes a significant difference to any school and its learning environment; thus, the leadership of a school leader is essential for every organization. However, many cases concerning management operations of the school specifically in terms of Liquidation of Maintenance and Other Operating Expenses (MOOE), management of human and other school resources become the most controversial issues among the school heads in many public schools. Region IV-A CALABARZON implemented a flagship program that adheres to strengthen the quality of management and leadership in schools known as Transparency, Ethical and Accountable (TEA) governance which aims to promote transparent, ethical and accountable delivery of instructional services and governance in basic education based from the SCOUTERS ROCK. Hence, this study determined the implementation level of TEA governance in Quezon province as the basis for a proposed manual of implementing rules and guidelines.

METHODS

This study employed a quantitative-qualitative research design. A descriptive method using a survey questionnaire was used in this study to determine the level of implementation of TEA governance. The researcher used twelve (12) key indicators of TEA governance based on the SCOUTERS ROCK to gather facts and data. For qualitative measures, interviews among the parents were coded for interpretation.

RESULTS

TEA governance in the Quezon province among the public schools is implemented as perceived by the respondents. Improving access to and quality of basic education services was perceived as highly implemented and rendering regular and accurate financial reports on MOOE and other generated funds were perceived fairly implemented. Its high relationship revealed a significant difference in respondents' perceptions. This is the effect of the common problems in the implementation of TEA governance such as cooperation and participation of the entire stakeholder and the proper coordination with responsible persons.

DISCUSSIONS

Enhanced greater transparency in school management is an indispensable element of management system leading to effective school governance. The advocacy of TEA governance headed by the Region IV-A Dir. Diosdado M. San Antonio which adheres and campaigns good governance among its educational leaders will bring the regional office closest to the people in the local communities to participate and know their issues and concerns regarding the School-Based Management system.