Divine Grace School

Ilang-ilang Street, Maligaya Park Subdivision, Novaliches, Quezon City

STUDENTS' APPROACH TO STRESS AND ACADEMIC

PRESSURE IN DIVINE GRACE SCHOOL:
A PHENOMENOLOGICAL STUDY

A Research Proposal Submitted by

Andrie Angelo F. Sanchez

Cristobal A. Bazar II
Fennela Vien A. Gonzales
Huewan Jerard B. Mendiola
Janec Sandy De Guia
Jenn Ivy M. Tapit
Jhone Miguel R. Rondina
Kimberlly Z. Bulawan
Lorraine S. Domantay
Mhorine C. Agustin
Precious Jana M. Molleda
Rommel Erpelo

to

Marielle Baldoza
Research Adviser

Accountancy, Business and Management

Senior High School Department
Academic Year 2023-2024

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Research in Daily Life 1

Research Proposal

Researchers ● Andrie Angelo Sanchez

● Cristobal A. Bazar
● Fennela Vien A. Gonzales
● Huewan Jerard B. Mendiola
● Janec Sandy De Guia
● Jenn Ivy M. Tapit
● Jhone Miguel R. Rondina
● Kimberly Bulawan
● Lorraine S. Domantay
● Mhorine C. Agustin
● Precious Jana M. Molleda
● Rommel Erpelo

Proposed “Students' Approaches To Stress And Academic Pressure In Divine Grace

Research Title School: A Phenomenological Study”

Keywords Approaches, Stress, Academic Pressure, Phenomenological Study

Research The primary objectives of this research are:

Objectives 1. Identify potential areas for improvement in the school's support
systems for students dealing with stress and academic pressure.
2. Recognize stressors other than heavy academic workload;
mitigating the difficulty in studying.
3. Investigate student welfare while exploring methods in handling
conflicts in academics.
4. Seeks to provide insights that can inform the development of
effective interventions and support mechanisms to enhance
students' well-being and academic performance.

Statement of the Generally, the study aims to know the strategies utilized by the
Problem students to manage the challenges posed by stress and academic
pressure within the educational environment of Divine Grace School.

Specifically, the study sought to answer the following questions:

1. What are the psychological and emotional effects of stress and

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academic pressure on students?

2. In what way does academic expectations from parents and teachers
impact the stress level of students?
a. Parents
b. Teachers
3. What roles do external factors, such as family support and
extracurricular commitments, play in shaping the stress
management approaches of students, and how do these factors
interact with internal coping mechanisms?
a. Family support
b. Extracurricular activities
4. What are the underlying factors contributing to stress and academic
pressure among students?
5. What are the predominant stressors experienced by students?

Research This research study depends on qualitative research to collect insights

Methodology or experience about stresses and academic pressure faced by students
of Divine Grace School.
● Qualitative Data Collection: In-depth interviews will be conducted
with selected students from each grade level to know what
approaches they do to handle stress and academic pressure.

Expected ● Identification of common stressors experienced by students in

Outcomes Divine Grace School.
● Exploration of coping mechanisms employed by students to
manage stress and academic pressure.
● The seminar and programs supported by the guidance office are
expected to raise awareness among students about the importance
of mental health and effective strategies to cope with stress and
academic pressure.
● This study may include a deeper understanding of the factors
contributing to stress and academic pressure among students at
Divine Grace School, as well as the coping mechanisms they
employ.
● This study may uncover common themes or patterns in students'
experiences, shedding light on the emotional, psychological, and
social impacts of these stressors.