Tracer Study on the Graduates of SHS-TVL Program: An input to Program Adjustment

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

The alumni are considered as one of the evidences of a program’s effectiveness, especially the newly implemented K-12 Program. Batch 2018 was the first batch of graduates of Callejon National High School for the Senior High School Program. Thus, this study aimed to determine the status, experiences, challenges and opportunities among the graduates of Callejon NHS-SHS. This will serve as a good source of feedback regarding the program's relevance and basis for program adjustment.

METHODS

This study made use of descriptive survey method which actually involved 43 TVL graduates of 2018. Questionnaire was used as main data gathering instrument. Data collected were subjected to frequency, percentage, proportion, and mean.

RESULTS

The significant findings of the study were as follows: most of the respondents were male and all were still single; 49% were employed, 40% went to college and the remaining pursued business. As to employment, 90% were working full time. As to those who were studying, half of them got scholarships and 70% went to public college/state university. However, only 18% pursued course related to Home Economics. Meanwhile, communication skills ranked first among the different skills acquired in school. In addition, there were issues and challenges raised by the graduates.

DISCUSSIONS

The results reveal the importance of career guidance program among the senior high school students in order for them to be guided in their decision. Through this study, administrators, teachers and parents must work hand in hand in the implementation of the program. Other skills must also be strengthened along with communication skills. Findings aspired to provide insights in refining and adjusting the program.