Field Study 1

Community
Linkages and
Professional
Engagement
Learning Episode 8
Jovinson Lozano
“The problem of education is everybody’s problem. As building literacy is our
collective responsibility, so too is improving our schools, our collective
responsibility. We must build bridges between the school and the community.”
Forencio Adab, Former DepEd Secretary

Learning Tasks

1. Identify the various stakeholders within the school and community in relation to
teaching profession, and identify the different ways in which we involve these
stakeholders in the educative process.
2. Being a pre-service teacher, how will you be able
to build relationship with the different community
partners?

As a teacher, I know whether teaching elementary, middle, or high

school students, it is more crucial than ever for me to include culturally
sensitive instruction into the classroom. And the rise in diversity isn't limited
to race and ethnicity, it also includes students of various religions,
socioeconomic statuses, sexual orientations, gender identities, and
languages.

As a teacher, I do first comprehend each individual student before

promoting cultural awareness in the classroom. Demonstrating genuine
interest in learning about each student and their culture will help me build
trust and make a bond with them, making them feel appreciated. Bringing in
a variety of speakers to give different points of view and real-life context to
different themes is another wonderful method. As a teacher, I can serve as a
facilitator, encouraging discussion and constructive debate among varied
viewpoints.

As a teacher, I feel fortunate and pleased to be able to spread good

actions to people from all walks of life. As a result, it motivates me to keep
doing activities like this to benefit the community both within and outside of
the classroom.
 3. Read the situation below and try to reflect on it.

1. Based on Teacher Janelle’s case, what do you

think is the challenge for her?

It was quite difficult for me to deal with Teacher Janelle's situation.

However, the dilemma here is how she will disseminate her kids' report cards,
which is one of her goals, while also dealing with the resulting issues. Given
her inability to go house to house, she may choose for a more successful
strategy.

2. If you experience the same problem in the future.

What would you think is the reason why many parents
+ attend Parent-Teacher Conferences?
do not
As previously said, there are several problems that the parents must address
as being more important than attending the conference. Some may have
gone into an emergency, while others may have solid reasons, such as family
concerns.

3. What are your realizations on Teacher Janelle’s case?

Teachers are accountable for addressing and honoring various stakeholders,

particularly parents, who are the students' first teachers. For me, a one-week
notice prior to the parent-teacher conference is required so that parents can
plan ahead and be aware of the day and time of the meeting. It will serve as
a reminder for their critical meeting. Teachers should also urge pupils to notify
their parents about the meeting a day ahead of time.
4. What specific steps will you take to encourage parents to
attend Parent-Teacher Conferences and other school programs?

I'll notify the parents about the meeting a week ahead of time by sending
them a letter with the agenda. Given that the meeting's agenda will focus on
their children's progress, they should expect some ideas and
recommendations. There may also be an exercise that may assist me in
making the conference more motivating. All of the items on the agenda can
be raised and linked to the letter given, resulting in lower costs. I will raise
some projects and be more active by having unexpected but planned home
visitations.

List down school activities that you

still remember that involves the community
(colleagues, parents, and the community)
and their role / functions in the activity.
 Below is a personal plan for you to map up
your journey to the REAL WORLD of TEACHING!