I.

Challenges, Issues, and Concerns

A. Administrative and Logistical
1. Overcrowded Classrooms
o Shortage of classrooms and teachers due to high enrolment.
o Multiple shifts or blended learning sometimes required.
2. Lack of School Facilities
o Incomplete or damaged infrastructure
o Inadequate chairs, tables, and learning equipment.
3. Delayed Distribution of Learning Materials
o Shortage of textbooks, modules, and school supplies.
o Late delivery of teaching guides and learner's materials.
4. Incomplete or Delayed Teacher Deployment
o Newly hired or reassigned or retired teachers not reporting on time.
o Teachers handling multiple classes/subjects.
5. Budget Constraints
o Limited MOOE (Maintenance and Other Operating Expenses) budget to
cover needs like minor repairs and major repairs, and orientation
activities.
B. Student-Related
1. Late Enrolment
o Affects class organization, seating arrangements, and lesson planning.
o Causes issues with accurate learner data and class balancing.
2. Dropout and Non-Returning Learners
o Economic reasons or lack of motivation due to past academic
struggles.
3. Health and Nutrition Concerns
o Undernourished students leading to poor concentration.
o Need for School-Based Feeding Programs but lack sources for feeding
4. Behavioral and Adjustment Issues
o Students adjusting back to formal class routines.
o Anxiety or discipline concerns among younger learners.
C. Instructional and Curriculum-Related
1. Learning Gaps
o Need for Reading and Numeracy interventions
o Need for remediation or catch-up programs.
2. Teacher Readiness
o Need for refresher training or last-minute orientations.
o Adjustment to new curriculum standards (e.g., MATATAG Curriculum).
3. Curriculum Overload
o Pressure to cover too many competencies in a limited time.
o Misalignment between expected and actual learner competencies.
D. Safety and Security
1. Disaster Preparedness and Response
o Classes disrupted by flooding or typhoons (June being rainy season).
2. School Cleanliness and Sanitation
o Post-summer break cleanups often incomplete.
 o Issues with water supply, clean toilets, and waste disposal and
segregation.
3. Security Concerns
o Unauthorized persons entering school premises.
o The security personnel are not reporting on time.
II. Suggested Interventions
 Strengthening the Brigada Eskwela program.
 Early enrolment and learner mapping.
 Coordination with LGUs, PTAs, and community stakeholders.
 In-service training for teachers before school opening.
 Implementing catch-up education and flexible learning options.
 Reading and Numeracy Interventions.
 Teachers’ deployment
 Construction of new classrooms or Establishment of new school site of
Carmen Science High.

BEST PRACTICES IN DEPED SCHOOLS

I. Teaching and Learning
1. Contextualized and Localized Teaching
o Use of localized materials and real-life examples relevant to students’
communities.
o One session class session for safer environment and easy monitoring
and evaluation
o Alignment with the K to 12 and MATATAG Curriculum.
2. Remedial and Enrichment Programs
o Identified Reading and numeracy students as early as enrolment
process for early Reading/ Numeracy Recovery Programs
3. Integration of ICT in Education
o Use of QR forms for faster enrolment
II. School Governance and Leadership
1. School-Based Management (SBM)
o Participatory decision-making with teachers, parents, and stakeholders.
o Regular SIP (School Improvement Plan) development and
implementation.
2. Results-Based Performance Management System (RPMS)
o Monitoring teacher performance and linking it to learner outcomes with
early compliance of school forms and directives.
3. Instructional Leadership by School Heads
o Classroom observations, coaching, and mentoring of teachers.
III. Stakeholder Engagement
1. Brigada Eskwela
o Annual volunteer-led clean-up and repair of schools.
o Strong collaboration with LGUs, private partners, and parents.
2. Regular Stakeholders’ Meetings and Consultations
o Holding PTA assemblies, SGC (School Governing Council) meetings,
and barangay dialogues earlier that the first day opening of classes.
o Conducted General Parents- Teachers Assembly before opening of
classes for school and students agreement on rules and regulations.
 3. Community-Linked Learning
o Involving local artisans, elders, or professionals in student projects.
IV. Learner Support
1. School-Based Feeding Program (SBFP)
o Improving student attendance and academic performance through
daily nutritious meals to nutrition challenge students.
2. Child Protection Policies and CP Committees
o Reporting mechanisms for bullying, abuse, and peer conflicts.
o Functional Child Protection Committees (CPC) in every school.
o Established good partnership with the parents on disciplining students
through signing pledge of commitment and parents support.
3. Inclusive Education Practices
o SNED programs and inclusive classrooms for learners with disabilities.
o ALIVE for marginalized groups.
4. Guidance and Counselling Services
o Career guidance programs, mental health awareness, and peer support
groups.
V. Monitoring and Evaluation
1. Learning Action Cell (LAC) Sessions
o Regular teacher group learning sessions for sharing strategies and
solving issues.
2. Utilization of School Data for Decision-Making
o Use of LIS (Learner Information System), EBEIS, and SF forms for
planning.
3. Quarterly Assessments and E-SAT Tools
o Using results to adjust instruction and address gaps.
VI. Environmental and Values Formation
1. Daily Flag Ceremonies and Values Integration
o Emphasis on patriotism, discipline, and character-building.
2. Scouting, Sports, and Arts Programs
o Holistic development of students through extracurricular involvement
like Tatak Roy Programs (Rhapsody of Youth)
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RECOMMENDATIONS FOR SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT
I. Teaching and Learning
1. Strengthen Remediation and Intervention Programs
o Conduct regular reading assessments and tutorials for struggling
learners.
o Allocate time for catch-up or bridging sessions, especially in Math,
English, and Filipino.
2. Invest in Teacher Professional Development
o Sustain regular LAC sessions focused on instructional strategies.
o Offer training in ICT integration, differentiated instruction, and
classroom management.
3. Promote Active and Collaborative Learning
o Implement learner-centered strategies like group work, project-based
learning, and inquiry-based approaches.
o Use local community resources to enrich classroom learning.
II. School Leadership and Governance
1. Enhance School-Based Management (SBM) Practices
o Ensure participation of stakeholders in planning and evaluation.
2. Improve Monitoring and Evaluation
o Track learner progress through formative assessments and regular
feedback loops.
3. Leadership Coaching and Mentoring
o Establish peer mentoring among senior and junior teachers.
III. Learner Welfare and Support
1. Strengthen Child Protection and Guidance Services
o Ensure functional Child Protection Committees (CPCs) and active
guidance counseling.
o Integrate mental health and socio-emotional learning in classes.
2. Promote Inclusive Education
o Adapt instruction and facilities for learners with special needs, IPs, and
marginalized groups.
o Strengthen implementation of ALIVE, SPED, and ALS programs.
3. Sustain the School-Based Feeding Program
o Enhance Gulayan sa Paaralan to support the SBFP.
o Track student health and nutrition improvement.
IV. Stakeholder Engagement and Resource Mobilization
1. Strengthen Partnerships with LGUs, NGOs, and Alumni
o Formalize partnerships through MOAs for resource support, facilities,
and volunteerism.
o Involve alumni in mentoring and career talks.
2. Empower Parents and Guardians
o Conduct parent education programs to guide home learning support.
o Maintain open communication through orientations and school-home
journals.
3. Activate the School Governing Council (SGC)
o Include SGC members in major decisions such as SIP, budget planning,
and project implementation.

V. Facilities and Learning Environment

1. Improve Physical Learning Spaces
o Lobby for classroom repairs, water sanitation facilities, and learning
materials.
o Promote safe, clean, and child-friendly school environments.
2. Digitalization and ICT Readiness
o Increase access to laptops, tablets, projectors, and internet in
classrooms.
o Train teachers and students in digital citizenship and responsible
technology use.
VI. Curriculum and Innovation
1. Localize and Innovate Curriculum Delivery
o Integrate community culture, industries, and real-life issues into
lessons.
 o Use alternative delivery modes when necessary (radio, printed
modules, online).
2. Implement Values Integration
o Strengthen lessons on patriotism, discipline, environmental care, and
character building.