Opportunities and Threats in Choosing the General Academic Strand for the Senior High School

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

The purpose is to determine the opportunities and threats in choosing a General Academic Strand for Senior High School students in selected schools in Lipa District.

METHODS

Descriptive method of research was used.

RESULTS

Students from LipaCity Colleges, Lipa City National High School, and Bolbok National High School responded that the number one factor that influences them in choosing the General Academic Strand are peer and family influence, job opportunities, and the availability of facilities. In terms of opportunities, a wider scope of job opportunities ranked one for LCC and BINHS while LCNHS agreed that having enough time to decide what course to take is first for them. Number one threat for LCC and BINHS is limited offering in different school and for LCNHS is preparedness in a future career.

DISCUSSIONS

The schools must optimize their facilities as well as teaching resources that will cater to students' needs. A seminar orientation for the incoming senior high school students together with their parents must be conducted.