Parents' Support to Learning Activities of School Children at Paaralang Elementarya ng Tipas, San Juan East District

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

The effects of parental involvement on the child's education are very strong. Parents can heavily influence the success of their children by either getting involved or not taking an interest. In this study, the researcher stressed the prime importance of the support given by parents towards the learning activities of their children and how this critical role improves their children's social competence, behavior and performance level.

METHODS

This study utilized a qualitative-descriptive research design. The collection of data was done through document analysis and the use of a questionnaire. Document analysis includes examination analysis of existing records, reports and documents. The researcher-made questionnaire consists of a series of questions and other prompts were administered to gather information from the parent-respondents.

RESULTS

Parental support for children's learning activities was assessed in terms of the development of study habits, co-curricular, extracurricular activities, and assignments. Most of the parent-respondents were aware of the needs of their children in school. It can be seen that, from the tabulated results of different indicators, parental involvement helps extend teaching outside the classroom. It creates a more positive experience for children and helps them perform better when they are in school. It is very important that the children receive proper attention coming from their parents. If the children do not feel that they are loved and cared for by their parents, the tendency is that their learning and performance in school become affected.

DISCUSSIONS

The results propose in-school activities to increase the level of parental support toward children. This includes intensified teacher assembles and conferences, annual parent-child talent contest and quarterly home visitation.