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The Effects of Parental Involvement To The Academic Performance of The Junior High School Students
The Effects of Parental Involvement To The Academic Performance of The Junior High School Students
STUDENTS
ANDO, ANGELICA D.
May 2022
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APPROVAL SHEET
Deiparine, Nicole Ann, Dinaunao, Mitch Althea, Castro, Clint Joseph, Cornejo,
PANEL OF EXAMINERS
Chairman
UC-METC
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
people who have extended their assistance for the success of this study:
First and foremost, we want to thank our Lord God Almighty for always
guiding us to work in the right path, and for giving us the strength, wisdom, and
Next to God are our parents, who never left our side, brought us love and
encouragement to work harder, and to be grateful for their prayers and sacrifices
for preparing our future and the constant support and guidance while completing
the research.
We would like to extend our gratitude to Mrs. Hanna Marie Miñoza for
imparting us the knowledge of this subject, and for giving us the opportunity to do
research, and for the guidance and encouragement that she has given us, also her
We would also like to express our special thanks to our English teacher, Ms.
Hanna Marie Miñoza for the help in making this study, and for all the suggestions
and campus director, thank you for this opportunity to let us grow not only
mentally but also emotionally and permitted us to conduct the study and collect
To the respondents, we are grateful for sharing their knowledge and ideas in
Lastly, we are really grateful for finishing this research study because we are
highly obliged in taking this, and also to the Bible verse that inspired us,
Philippians 4:13 “ We can do all things through Christ who gives us strength.” We
DEDICATION
We would like to dedicate this study and give special thanks to our beloved
parents for the sources of inspiration and motivation, and the undying support –
Namely;
ABSTRACT
SCHOOL STUDENTS
Program : Grade 10
Cebu - Maritime Education and Training Center and to develop an action plan to
assist the effects of parental involvement that the junior high school students
experienced.
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The method that was used in this study is the descriptive quantitative
method. A quantitative questionnaire, that consists of two parts, was used to gather
data. Part 1 is a yes/no question and profile checking. Part 2 is a 5 point likert
Center, who were chosen using convenience sampling. The data that was gathered
academic performance of the junior high school students, shows that it has a
that it improves students academic performance and has a positive impact on the
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Content Page
Title Page i
Approval Sheet ii
Acknowledgement iii
Dedication v
Abstract vi
List of Tables x
List of Figures xi
Chapter 1
INTRODUCTION 1
Theoretical Background 5
THE PROBLEM 6
DEFINITION OF TERMS 8
CHAPTER 2
CHAPTER 3
Research Design 15
Research Environment 16
Research Subjects 16
Research Instruments 16
Research Procedures 17
Data Gathering 17
CHAPTER 4
PRESENTATION,ANALYSIS AND
INTERPRETATION OF DATA 18
CHAPTER 5
AND RECOMMENDATION
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Summary of Findings 21
Conclusion 22
Recommendation 23
REFERENCES 25
APPENDICES
B- Research Instrument 31
C- Location of UC-METC 32
CURRICULUM VITAE 33
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LIST OF TABLES
LIST OF FIGURES
I Research Flow
CHAPTER 1
THE PROBLEM AND ITS SCOPE
INTRODUCTION
distinct social groups, such as family, society, nation, religion, and each country's
educational system. Family, as perhaps the most fundamental human group into
which a child is born, has long been regarded to be the most powerful and crucial
educators and school administrators, all believe that parental involvement and
education has been a heated issue of discussion in recent years. Schools are no
cannot be avoided. Everywhere in the world this is happening, all students are
affected by parental involvement. However, the research by Laura Lara and Mahia
general, leaving a gap in the literature about the generalization of findings outside
developed and industrialized countries, where most of the research has been done.
between the parental involvement profiles, indicating children whose parents have
that most junior high school students have parental involvement. Most of the
students have parents either cheering or bringing them down. Based on the
Training Center, most parents are involved with their children's academic
performance. Most parents limit their children's grades by getting 90 above, while
some parents support their children even when they have lesser grades as long as
they are happy with school life. A lot of parents attend their childrens’ conference
relationship between homes and schools in the growth and education of children,
Sheldon (2009), research on effective schools, or those where children are learning
and achieving, has consistently indicated that these schools have strong and good
importantly, these successful schools have made a concerted effort to reach out to
to Anthony and Walshaw, parents who were aware, knowledgeable, and interested
in their children's education performed better academically and had more positive
2018, parental involvement fell for most measures, but then rose on all measures in
who attended a general meeting, compared to 77% in 2018; and 78% had a parent
2020, 79% of students had a parent who attended a school or class event and 43%
the academic performance of the junior high school students. Volunteering in the
classroom, attending workshops, and attending school plays and sporting activities
are all examples of parental involvement at school. The purpose of this study is it
will assist the management and teachers of institutions that conduct junior high
school classes in the study's subject area in determining the extent to which
measures can be taken. The study's findings may also be important for academic
academic performance. This research will also serve as a foundation for future
Steven Sheldon (2018). This theory says that parental involvement includes a wide
range of behaviors but generally refers to parents' and family members'. In this
volunteering in the classroom, attending school plays and sporting events. This
home and at school. This theory shows the importance of having parents and
family members support students' efforts in school is well known and well
documented.
The researchers chose this theory because this will help people to be aware
of how parental involvement affects the academic performances of the junior high
school students. With this theory, the concern of the youth will be addressed. If not
all, at least little by little the parents will know and understand their children on
this aspect. The study wants to help the parents to realize the difference of the
generations, to show and encourage them to be more understanding and for them to
THE PROBLEM
1. What kind of parental involvement does the junior high school students
experience?
Students. This study will help the student understand more why their
parents need to be involved in terms of academics. They will be able to know also
if there’s a good or bad effect if their parents will be involved in their academic
performance.
Parents. This study will help the parents to know whether their
the parents of the students. And in this way, it can possibly help the children or
activities.
Future Researchers. This study will benefit the future researchers because
Definition of Terms
The following terms are used in this study and are defined
operationally:
study.
Parental Involvement
day.
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CHAPTER 2
REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE
involvement to the junior high school students are discussed in this chapter:
Related Literature
The literature by Anthony & Ogg (2019) says that the U.S Department
children that the everyday learning experiences that they can be involved in
attend school-related events. And the last type of parental involvement is the
discussion among experts about the positive impact of parental guidance and
literature, Brooks (2019) paid attention to the practical acts that parents must
Showing interest in their child’s schoolwork and activities is also one of the
duties a parent must fulfill to satiate their child’s need for validation from
the key to a student’s success. She emphasized that parents are entitled to
critical roles in their child’s education and mentioned several effects of this
type of involvement. Primarily, Chen (2021) stated that students could soar
support them. Their involvement can also affect how students behave while
inside the campus, even when they are not physically present during classes.
their chances of having a brighter future than those whose parents are not
Related Studies
achievement.
school kids' academic achievement. The data was analyzed using the t-test
activities and children’s academic standing and the provision of key school
achievement.
with highly involved parents had better academic performance and higher
test scores in all the subjects compared to students whose parents were not
Tehran. Overall, the results indicated that those who did the self-report
activities outside of school and etc.) had children that performed better in
better grades. It is hoped that the results of this study will give parents and
Cole (2017) said that the more parental involvement, the more
are interested in their children’s educational activities, the children have the
best academic achievement, and when parents are less interested in their
home and at school reap significant benefits and can have a significant
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
This part shows the organized procedure and processes used for gathering
junior high school in the University of Cebu. It represents the Research Design,
Research Design
Research Environment
Alumnos, Mambaling Cebu City. It is one of the four campuses of the University
of Cebu which has programs of Pre - School, Elementary, Junior High School, and
Senior High School with the strands HUMSS, GAS, STEM, and two maritime
Research Subject
The junior high school students are taken as respondents of the study. The
total population of students from junior high school is 208 and 30 students are set
Research Instruments
contains 2 sections in which the first section contains 3 yes or no questions and the
last section contains 10 questions, the research instrument can be answered via
google forms.
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Research Procedure
asking permission to conduct the study inside the UC-METC. Upon the approval
letter. The distribution of the letter and questionnaires to the chosen respondents
A statistician’s expertise and advice were then sought in the treatment and
interpretation of data.
Treatment of Data. Data gathered on this study was treated and validated with the
following:
Weight Mean. To get the average per items this weighted mean was used.
Formula:
Where:
∑ = the sum of
W = the weights
X = the value
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CHAPTER 4
This chapter discusses the data collected from the respondents of the study
through a survey. The respondents consist of 48 from grade 7-10 students from the
This section summarizes the data gathered from the respondents. Table 1
shows the statements with the frequency and percentage of Yes answered by the
Table 1
The table above shows the kinds of parental involvement that the
respondents may have experienced, which were given to the respondents with their
your out of school activities.” ranked 1st with 29 yes. The 3rd statement ranked
2nd with 25 yes and meanwhile, the 2nd statement ranked 3rd with 23 yes.
Based on the data, it is evident that the kind of parental involvement that
Training Campus experience the most is the involvement of their parents in their
This section summarizes the data gathered from the respondents. Table 2
shows the statements with the frequency for (5-Strongly Agree, 4- Agree, 3-
Neither Agree or Disagree 2- Disagree and 1- Strongly Disagree) together with its
rank.
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Table 2
The table above shows the effects of parental involvement on the academic
academic performance” ranked 1st with a total of 782 responses. The 7th statement
“has significant benefits and impact to my life such as it made me happy and feel
confident and encouraged me to do well in school” ranked 2nd with a total of 708
responses and the 9th statement ranked 3rd with a total of 680 votes. On the other
hand, statements 2,3 and 1 are the bottom 3. “made a low level positive effect on
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Based on the data, it is evident that the involvement of the parents on the
mostly affects the students academic success positively and increases the
possibility of the students having a bright future. The result affirms the study of
Chen (2021) that parental involvement is the key to student’s success. Students
could soar through greater heights in their academic endeavors when their parents
support them. Moreover, students whose parents are involved in their education
increase their chances of having a brighter future than those whose parents are not
inclined.
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CHAPTER 5
This chapter presents the summary of the findings based on the analysis and
Summary of Findings
Based on the data gathered and the undergone treatment, the results and
performance, this statement got the highest rank among the statements
the students life such as it makes them feel happy, confident, and encourages
them to do well in school which ranked next to the most perceived effects of
students.
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Conclusion
The findings and results of this study reveal that parental involvement has a
that it improves students academic performance, and has a positive impact on the
general school atmosphere, which is the variable with the highest frequency. As a
result, they discovered that parents' attitudes on their children's academics vary.
However, parents who are receptive to school and contact with teachers have
children who perform better academically than those who do not bother to come
Recommendations
With the findings and conclusion presented in this research study, the
the knowledge of the students and their parents towards how parental
and good relationship with their parents and also for the parents to know
involved in their children's school life and activities so that parents will be
performance.
4. The findings of the study can be used for future researchers in the review
and revisions of the continuing research. They may modify the tool used by
the students academic achievements that were not mentioned in the current
tool used. They may also add other variables such as the level of academic
REFERENCES
Electronic Resources
Adzovie, D.E., Holm, R., & Amewuga, F. (2016) The influence of parental
APPENDIX A - I
Transmittal Letter to the Adviser
I believe that with your guidance, our team can come up with a good study and
output. In connection, we would like to ask your permission to be our adviser as
we conduct an interview for our research within the school campus and your
assistance whenever needed.
Your positive response and commitment are greatly appreciated. Kindly spare us a
little of your time for we need your help.
Sincerely yours,
Angelica D. Ando
Group Leader
Noted by:
Mrs. Hanna Marie Minoza
English 10 Teacher
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APPENDIX A - II
Transmittal Letter to the Principal
May 31, 2022
In line with this, I would like to ask for your perusal in allowing the team to
disseminate our research tool to our respondents who are the Junior High School
that encountered the effects of parental involvement within the school premise.
Rest assured, all necessary methods shall be performed during the respondents’
availability from school responsibilities.
We humbly ask for your approval to allow us to conduct the study in the
University. We would appreciate and respect your decision.
Sincerely yours,
Angelica D. Ando
Group Leader
Noted by:
Mrs. Hanna Marie Miñoza
English 10 Teacher
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Appendix A-III
Transmittal Letter in the Respondents
Dear Respondents,
Greetings!
On behalf of my team, I humbly ask for your permission to conduct our study
entitled “ The Effects of Parental Involvement to the Academic Performance of the
Junior High School Students” where you are chosen to answer our researcher -
made questionnaire. Your honest response to the questions will help us validate our
tool and finish our study.
Your cooperation and understanding are very important to us. Our study would not
be realized without your help. I am giving and assurance that your answer will be
kept confidential.
I do appreciate the time and effort you spare for this study. Thank you so much and
God bless!
Sincerely yours,
Angelica D. Ando
Group leader
Noted by:
APPENDIX B
Research Instrument
Name (optional):______________________________________________
Grade:______________________________________________
Part 1- Profile. Check the boxes that correspond to your answer. Select atleast 1.
Part II
Check the box that corresponds to your answer with the following rate: 5- Strongly
Parental involvement 5 4 3 2 1
made a positive but small effect to my
academic performance
made a low level positive effect on my
academic achievement
made a significant and positive impact to
my academic performance
made me develop a positive relationship
with my parents
has a beneficial and positive effect on my
academic performance
improved my academic performance
has significant benefits and impact to my
life
motivates me to become a productive
member of the society as well as excel in
academics
increases my efforts as a student in
engaging school activities
improves my grades
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APPENDIX C
CURRICULUM VITAE
Clintcastro58@gmail.com
09081827863
Personal Information
Age : 15
Sex : Male
2018-2022
2012-2018
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CURRICULUM VITAE
josephhoward1128@gmail.com
09164459561
Personal Information
Age : 16
Sex : Male
2018-2022
2012-2018
36
CURRICULUM VITAE
mulajamessedric@gmail.com
09458806936
Personal Information
Age : 16
Sex : Male
2018-2022
2012-2018
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CURRICULUM VITAE
ANGELICA D. ANDO
angelicaando14@gmail.com
09164459561
Personal Information
Age : 15
Sex : Female
2018-2022
2012-2018
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Cebu city
nicoleanndeiparine@gmail.com
09691944163
Personal Information
Age : 16
Sex : Female
:Angelito P. Deiparine
2018-2022
2012-2014
2015-2018
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dinauanaomitch@gmail.com
09692115280
Personal Information
Age : 16
Sex : Female
2018-2022
2012-2018