Level of Awareness in Waste Management of Students of San Vicente Manalupang National High School: A Basis for Effective Proper Waste Management Implementation Program

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

In this study, we probed the possible solutions that must be implemented to raise awareness and proper application towards waste management.

METHODS

The descriptive method of research was used. Current situations and practices in waste management were gathered and analyzed. Ninety (90) students from Grade 7 to 10 were also interviewed. Frequency and weighted mean were the utilized statistical tools.

RESULTS

Based on data gathered, it revealed that paper was the most common waste that was being generated by learners. Then, it was followed by plastics and garden waste. In other instances, it also showed that disposable nappies were the least common waste that is being created by students. Knowledge and understanding of waste management practices are important in taking care of the environment. Composting and collection were the practices learners were very much aware of since these have been promoted by the school. The processes of disposal, reduce, reuse, and waste segregation were identified as the practices that the respondents were only moderately aware of.

DISCUSSIONS

The results indicate that it is essential that practices of proper waste management be disseminated and implemented. These will cultivate the sustainability and maintenance of proper waste management. The plan that will be proposed consists of information dissemination of facts and thoughts about waste management and several practices like putting up colored trash bins, i.e., the project entitled "Project BMTH" and "Project TMP". These project plans will be implemented and monitored by the teachers and students. These will build an efficient way of managing waste and disciplining students in school.