Authors : Nancy Moreno; Princess Marjelyn Velasquez; Aeriane Kris Salvacion; Charmaine Sumague

Volume/Issue : Volume 10 - 2025, Issue 5 - May

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/25may1982

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Abstract : In the continuously evolving landscape of modern education, the quest for equitable learning experiences has become a pressing concern. The present research study, "Bridging Educational Gaps," seeks to comprehensively explore the limited opportunities for home-school partnership activities among eighth-grade junior high school students in Bernardo Lirio National High School, through the lens of varied subject area teachers. This investigation examines the current offerings of home-school partnership activities and their planning and alignment with the Department of Education (DepEd) guidelines and curriculum. The intricate relationship between parents and schools has been the subject of growing interest due to its profound implications for student success. This study delves into the multifaceted realm of parental engagement within the context of home-school partnership activities and its potent influence on bolstering academic performance. The objective of this study is twofold. First, it aims to determine whether home-school partnership activities are offered and optimally employed to fortify the bond between school and home. Secondly, it aims to motivate the educational institution to maintain a consistent effort in involving parents or guardians in their children's education, particularly during the eighth level. To achieve its objectives, the study employed a mixed-methods approach, combining researcher-made survey questionnaires with interviews with teachers and school administrators. The data accrued were systematically tallied and analysed to formulate significant recommendations that could further assist the school in this domain. The study discusses the reasons behind the lack or insufficiency of activities that offer opportunities for parents to participate in the system that addresses students' academic challenges and enhances their strengths. The analysis revealed a significant gap in the provision and utilization of home-school partnership activities at Bernardo Lirio National High School. Despite an acknowledged recognition of the importance of parental involvement, a lack of coordinated efforts to implement such activities in alignment with DepEd guidelines and curriculum is evident. It is in this area that teachers and administrators need to take proactive measures, prioritizing a strategic and systematic approach towards home-school partnership activities. Only then can we truly bridge educational gaps and ensure a more equitable learning experience for all students.

Keywords : Partnership, Optimization, Collaboration, Fortification, and Equitable Learning.

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