Strengthening School and Systematizing Stakeholders: A Partnership Alternative Intervention in Increasing Enrollment

AUTHOR(S)

Dr. Billy S. Pobre, LPT, RSW, MT1 Gian Karla B. Casallo, LPT, T 1 Michael L. Tanggapa, LPT, MT1 Virginia T. Tanggapa, LPT, T3

ABSTRACT

— The research study explores the collaborative efforts between educational institutions and key stakeholders to address declining enrollment rates. This emphasizes the importance of building strong partnerships among schools, local government units, community leaders, families, parents and private sector entities. Strengthening school systems and fostering stakeholder partnerships have emerged as effective strategies in addressing this concern. This creates sustainable and inclusive approach to increasing student enrollment. The findings are presented in three subtopics with ten themes including implemented involvement strategies in strengthening stakeholders, systematizing stakeholder partnership challenge, and effective partnership-based intervention in increasing enrollment. The first subtopic is presented with four themes including the nature of strengthening stakeholders, stakeholders involvement in school, strategies implemented in school, and implementation approach. The second subtopic is presented with four themes including the stakeholder partnership style, stakeholder partnership, problems encountered in school, and problems encountered remedies. The third subtopic is presented with two themes including effective partnership-based intervention in increasing enrollment. The study concludes that this demonstrates the pivotal role of collaborative efforts between schools and stakeholders in enhancing student enrollment rates. This is fostering strong partnerships among educational institutions, community members, and local organizations. The shared responsibilities and active involvement contribute in creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment. The intervention promotes community ownership and accountability in addressing enrollment. This study recommends that schools implement comprehensive stakeholder engagement frameworks, including regular consultations, collaborative planning, and transparent communication channels. Additionally, capacity-building initiatives for stakeholders empowers to take an active role in educational advocacy and outreach. Keywords: enrollment, partnership, systematizing, strengthening