Abstract
Based on Bronfenbrenner’s Bioecological Systems Theory, this study seeks to assess the effectiveness of the General Parents’ Orientation Program at Emilio Aguinaldo College – Manila, High School Department. The program targeted parents of Junior and Senior High School students, offering them an in-person orientation to familiarize them with school processes. Subsequently, feedback was collected from parents who attended the event via Google Forms, with 190 out of 439 participants responding. This research follows a descriptive design, with the quantitative aspect of the survey concentrating on evaluating the program’s objectives, execution, and overall atmosphere. The study addresses parents’ specific concerns and queries regarding their children’s education. These concerns encompassed topics such as the voucher program, in-person class conduct, access to books and uniforms, documentation requirements, various curriculum-related issues, payment procedures, student discipline, and related matters. The study serves as a foundation for planning future events of a similar nature. Furthermore, the findings contribute to enhancing services, instructional strategies, and the overall quality of education within the department, ultimately benefitting both parents and students alike.
Keywords: parents, parents’ orientation program, Junior and Senior High School, parents and school partnership
Profile
Dr. Juzy Laygo-Saguil presently assumes the role of Program Head at the School of Teacher Education, Emilio Aguinaldo College, Manila, concurrently holding the position of High School Principal within the same institution. She further contributes her academic expertise as a faculty member in the Graduate School of Education at Philippine Women’s University, Manila, where she successfully attained her Doctor of Philosophy in Education, specializing in Educational Management. In addition to this notable achievement, Dr. Saguil has accumulated creditable coursework towards a Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Leadership and Management at De La Salle University, Manila.
Dr. Saguil’s dedication to the field of education extends to her past role as a part-time faculty member in the Education Sciences program at Philippine Normal University, Manila, wherein she earned her Bachelor of Elementary Education with a specialization in Preschool Education, as well as her Master of Education with a focus on Child Study.
Furthermore, Dr. Saguil actively engages in scholarly mentorship as a thesis and dissertation adviser. Her scholarly contributions are underscored by her membership in several esteemed research organizations. Notably, she has made significant contributions to academic discourse, with her research work disseminated domestically and internationally through publications and presentations. Additionally, she has established herself as a respected peer reviewer for various scholarly journals, substantiating her commitment to advancing the scholarly domain.