ISSN: 2782-893X
eISSN: 2799-0664
ISSN: 2782- 893X
—— This research aimed to determine the factors of strong determination that affect the work engagement of secondary MAPEH teachers in Cluster 1, Davao City Division during the School Year 2024-2025. This study utilized the descriptive-correlational design with one hundred fifty teachers selected using stratified random sampling technique. In gathering data, the researcher adopted survey questionnaires both for the strong determination and work engagement. Ethical considerations were observed in data collection. The collated data were subjected to statistical tests such as mean, Pearson’s r and multiple linear regression. Findings showed that the extents of strong determination and work engagement of MAPEH teachers are very extensive. There was a very high significant relationship between the strong determination and work engagement. The domains of strong determination that influenced the work engagement were psychological empowerment and self-realization. With this, the Department of Education may to provide teachers with the resources they need to perform their jobs effectively, such as adequate facilities for physical education, fund allocation for music and arts materials, and updating MAPEH teaching materials. Keywords — Strong determination, work engagement, psychological empowerment, selfrealization, MAPEH teachers