Public Secondary School Teachers’ Extent of Implementation of The Child Protection Policy

AUTHOR(S)

JAZEL C. CASTAÑEDA ANNIE C. MANALANG, PHD

ABSTRACT

— This study aimed to determine the teachers’ extent of implementation of the child protection policy (CPP) in the areas of a) Child Exploitation, b) Violence against Children, c) Bullying, d) Corporal Punishment, and e) Positive Nonviolent Discipline during the school year 2024-2025. The study made use of descriptive-correlational research design, and a validated researcher-made tool was utilized. The findings revealed that CPP implementation in all areas is extensively implemented, which garnered 4.442 as Overall Weighted Mean, with the highest ratings in preventing child exploitation and bullying. However, the lowest implementation was observed in Positive and Nonviolent discipline, which may require more targeted training and support. ANOVA and t-tests showed significant differences in implementation based on age, position, years in service, educational attainment, and training attendance, while civil status did not show significant variation. Pearson correlation further supported the strong influence of relevant in-service training on effective CPP implementation. This emphasizes the vital role of continuous learning and professional development in ensuring effective and comprehensive implementation of the CPP. Thus, teachers are encouraged to attend In-Service Trainings related to child protection policy (CPP) especially in areas with lower mean scores. Keywords — Child Protection, Implementation, Abuse, Child Exploitation, Positive Nonviolent Discipline, Corporal Punishment