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Chapter 1

THE PROBLEM AND ITS BACKGROUND

Introduction

Students are key stakeholders and the most essential resources in education. It is

eligible for the students to always show discipline either inside or outside the school. To

attain a better place for the students, school management implements school rules such as

the proper wearing of uniform and hair dressing that will drive them to discipline.

Student involvement in implementation of school rules refers to the work of

student representative bodies - such as school councils, student parliaments and the

prefectural body in formulation of school rules. It is also used to encompass all aspects of

school life and decision-making where students may make a contribution, informally

through individual negotiation as well as formally through purposely-created structures

and mechanisms. Student involvement also refers to participation of students in collective

decision-making at school or class level and to dialogue between students and other

decision-makers, not only consultation or a survey among students (Jeruto and Kiprop,

2011). Student involvement in formulation of school rules is often viewed as problematic

to school administrators, parents 19 and society at large. This is often due to the fact that

students are viewed as minors, immature and lacking in the expertise and technical

knowledge that is needed in the running of a school. Thus student participation is often

confined to issues concerned with student welfare and not in core governance issues such

as school rules (Magadla, 2007).

The second view-point suggested that students can participate but only to a certain

degree. In support of this view, Mutua (2004) suggests that there is a tendency among
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some teachers and school leaders to define the issues which affect students quite

narrowly. Student consultation and decision-making is often limited to aspects of school

life that affect students only and which have no immediate relevance to their discipline,

e.g., playgrounds, toilets and lockers.

According to Adams (2003), schools rules and regulations are among the

strategies designed to instill good conduct of students. This implies self-control,

orderliness, good behavior and obedience to school authority (Adams, 2003). Also on

admission, schools especially at secondary level, students are given prospectuses, which

spell out some of the expectations which include compliance with rules and regulations

(Adams, 2003).

The school, primarily, is a place for learning, gathering information and skills that

are essential to a child’s integration to the adult world. It aims to develop moral character,

personal discipline, civic conscience, vocational efficiency and to teach the duties of

citizenship. The school as zone of peace (Deped Order No. 44, s. 2005), provides the

special environment and moral growth of the young.

At Ventinilla High School, there are some school rules or ‘students code of

discipline’. These are all written on the hand book of Ventinilla High School. There are

school rules during the flag ceremony, inside the classroom, during examination, along

the corridors, inside the reading center, inside the campus, at the canteen and store,

proper use of comfort room, proper disposal of trash, off-limits areas, outside the school,

attendance, dress code and grooming that includes proper wearing of uniform and hair

style, law prohibiting fund in school, child protection policy, gambling, vandalism,
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alcohol beverages and cigarette and the use of cellphone and internet. If ever the students

break these rules there will be disciplinary actions.

As this study will be done gradually, it will focus on the school rules during the

flag ceremony, the attendance, dress code and grooming, and inside the classroom. The

researchers will conduct this study to determine the school rules and students’

involvement at Ventinilla High School.

Statement of the Problems

This study aims to determine the effectiveness of school rules in enhancing the

discipline of the students of Ventinilla High School. After this study, the following

questions have to be answered.

1. How may school rules be described in terms of:

a. During the Flag Ceremony;

b. Attendance;

c. Dress Code and Grooming; and

d. Inside the Classroom?

2. How may the student involvement of the respondents in the following school

rules be described?

3. What is the significant relationship between school rules and students’

involvement at Ventinilla High School?

4. What recommendation can be proposed to enhance the students’ involvement

to school rules of the respondents?

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Hypothesis

School rules and students’ involvement at Ventinilla High School have no

significant relationship.

Scope and Delimitation

The study will be focusing on the school rules and students’ involvement

Ventinilla High School this first semester of the school year 2019-2020 at Ventinilla,

Paniqui, Tarlac. The respondents will be all the total population of Ventinilla High

School (781).

Significance of the Study

After this study, it is expected that the findings of this study will be beneficial to

the following:

Students. They will be able to know the assessment of their condition. Their

adviser will tell them whether they improve or not during the class discussion.

Teachers. They will be able to know their effectiveness as the teachers and if

their students truly listen to them through teacher’s meeting.

Parents. They will not be confused why their children need to follow the rules at

Ventinilla High School. They will be able to know whether their children are disciplined.

The advisers will ask for a meeting with the parents to let them know the effectiveness of

school rules in enhancing the discipline of their children.

Future Researchers. They will be able to search for the related study easily and

they can use this as their guideline for their research. The result of this study can help

them as well.
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Definition of Terms

The following terminologies are defined either operationally or conceptually for

further knowledge.

School Rules. Set of guideline of the students of Ventinilla High School to act or

behave in standardize way. Set of explicit or understood regulations or principles

governing conduct or procedure within a particular area, in this context, a school.

Ventinilla High School. The school located at Ventinilla, Paniqui, Tarlac where

the respondents of this study, study at.

Students’ Involvement. occurs when "students make a psychological investment

in learning. They try hard to learn what school offers. They take pride not simply in

earning the formal indicators of success (grades), but in understanding the material and

incorporating or internalizing it in their lives.

During Flag Ceremony. The law made the observance of the flag ceremony

compulsory. The pupils and students are required to assemble in front of their school

building where the flagpole stands as they sing. After singing the national anthem, the

students will recite the pledge of allegiance to the country. At the end of the classes in the

afternoon, the flag is lowered slowly and folded very reverently allowing any part of it

touch the ground.

Attendance. attendance at any regular accredited educational institution or

program, public or private, for organized learning at any level of education at the time of

the census or, if the census is taken during the vacation period at the end of

the school year, during the last school year.

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Dress Code and Grooming. All students wear the prescribed uniform for both

male and female. It also includes the hair style and putting the makeup and others.

Inside the Classroom. The classroom is where teaching and learning take place

in the school. There are some regulations need to follow when the students are inside the

classroom.
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Chapter 2

REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE AND STUDY

This chapter deals with related literature and related study on the of school rules

and students’involvement Ventinilla High School. The sources of literature and study

include published theses from online journals and web articles.

Related Literature

Ideally, schools set rules and regulations for the proper governing of the various

lifestyles of students containing the dos and don’ts (Okumbe, 2008). Regulations are

authoritative orders with a course of law intended to promote order and efficiency in a

school. Lupton and Jones (2002), also concurred with Okumbe (2008), and argued that

effective schools demonstrate sound inclusive practices, which includes emphasizing

school rules and regulations, collaborative leadership and their good practice. The school

rules and regulations therefore prescribe the standard of behaviour expected of the

teachers and the students. However these researchers did not say anything on the effect of

school rules and regulations on discipline enhancement hence the need for this study.

According to India Parenting online Ltd (2007) the standards of school rules were

reported to be deteriorating in Indian secondary schools. The study pointed out that there

was need to find a lasting solution to the problem of indiscipline. The solution to the

issue of indiscipline would make students‟ education and schooling experience more

productive. Cases of indiscipline have also been noted in England. There was a case in

one school where a student happened to be carrying a gun in direct contravention of

school rules which prohibits carrying of any form of weapon to school. He used it to

shoot a fellow student. The government then planned a crackdown on school indiscipline
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by giving schools powers to search pupils for weapons (British Broadcasting

Corporation, 2004).

Because of its relationship with student academic performance and moral

maturity, school rules is often viewed as a national concern that is becoming more serious

by the day for all societies (Mwangi, 2003). Practicing teachers, educationists, parents

and students across the globe must increasingly get concerned with discipline-related

problems in schools. In its management efforts, many educationists and researchers have

sought to identify the most efficacious methods of enhancing school discipline. The use

of rewards and punishments, stemming especially from the psychological research works

of Shawcross (2009), have been used by many school educators, although in varying

degrees, in managing students‟ behaviour. Of these methods, the use of corporal

punishment has gained much debate, especially on its efficacy and its consequences to

students (Adams, 2003).

According to Guazon (2013), students’ involvement is one of the major concerns

and issues at the centre of adolescetns’ life in the school. MHSS implements a set of

school rules and regulations that embodies standards of behavior befitting mature and

responsible adolescents. MHSS students are expected to observe standards of behaviour

that are stated as commitments to a life of discipline excellence, integrity, and

responsibility (DECIR). dedications and adherence to these standards of behaviour

contribute to the attainment of the school’s mission and goals.

According to Nuestra (2011), students’ involvement is concerned with the

development of internal behavior that enables individuals to manage themselves. Every

school is required by government regulations to maintain the discipline and to issue

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disciplinary rules for strict compliance. They are designed to develop among the students

the highest standard of decency, morality and good behavior. Concrete, reasonable and

fair discipline is the foundation of an effective and efficient instruction.

According to Reyes (2005), schools face several issues daily that negatively

impact student learning. Administrators and teachers work hard to overcome these

challenges, but it is often difficult. Regardless of the strategies schools implement, there

are some factors that will likely never be eliminated. However, schools must do their best

to minimize the impact these issues have while maximizing student learning. Educating

students is a difficult challenge because there are so many natural obstacles that hinder

learning.

Policies are important because they help a school establish rules and procedures

and create standards of quality for learning and safety, as well as expectations and

accountability. Without these, schools would lack the structure and function necessary to

provide the educational needs of students.

Related Studies

Foreign

A critical analysis of the studies shows that researchers concentrated on time

management and its effect on academic performance in a class situation but without

looking at 28 its origin. Also the current time management practices in most secondary

schools in Kenya has remained unknown and always raised a big concern. This study will

therefore reveal the relationship between time management and school rules and

regulations.
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Schools play an important role in the socialization process of the young people

from where they learn to regulate their own conduct, respect towards others, manage their

time responsibly and thus becoming responsible citizens (Tait, 2003). Thou they play

such a crucial role, what is being observed in Kenya‟s secondary schools is a wave of

indiscipline among students inform of strikes, bullying, arson cases in schools, and

vandalism of school property. That is why Njoku (2000) argued that there has been an

increase in wanton destruction of 8 property and lives lost. This has therefore created a

big concern for teachers, head teachers and stakeholders. No wonder the government of

Kenya in the year 2008 set a taskforce to deal with the issues and causes of indiscipline.

This state of affairs makes one wonder whether the rules and regulations are effective in

enhancing discipline. Many researchers have investigated on the issue of indiscipline in

different parts of the world. Sithole (2008) and Jeruto and Kiprop (2011) conducted a

study on the extent of student involvement in decision making in South Africa and Kenya

respectively and found out that students‟ views are neglected. Kamau and Njenga (2009)

conducted a study on how negative attitude hinders effective implementation of school

rules in Kiambaa schools in Kenya and found out the attitude of both teachers and

students matters in the implementation of school rules and regulations. Rono (2006)

studied on the use of guidance and counseling in managing student discipline in Eldoret

Municipality and found out that a school administrator’s job in the realm of student

discipline is much like the combination of a judge and jury.

Though all these studies have dealt with the issue of discipline, they conducted a

study to know the effect of indiscipline of the students that caused a lot of trouble in their

school and the things that hinder the students in following the school rules. It is against
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this background that the researchers seek to determine the effectiveness of school rules in

discipline enhancement of the students at Ventinilla High School.

Secondary schools have rules and regulations which have common threads.

Students are expected to attend every school day, unless they are legally excused, and be

in class on time and prepared to learn. They are also to maintain a neat appearance,

including adhering to the 29 requirements of the school’s uniform or dress code policy;

behave safely, considerately and responsibly, including when travelling to and from

school; show respect at all times for teachers, other school staff and helpers, including

following class rules, speaking courteously and cooperating with instructions and

learning activities; treat one another with dignity and respect; care for property belonging

to themselves, the school and others. Behavior that infringes on the safety of others, such

as harassment, bullying and illegal or anti-social behavior of any kind, is not tolerated as

these are acts of indiscipline (Magadla, 2007).

The studies of different personalities above show the effect of school rules as they

are implemented to the schools. There are some threats that the coordinators encountered

each day. This study will focus only on the school rules and the involvement of the

students in the implementations of school rules.

Local

According to Chaves, (2007) the majority of the minor violations were committed

by male students with 90.62% as compared to 9.38% for female respondents. The older

the age bracket of the respondents, the greater number of respondents who committed

minor violation is in the age bracket of seventeen and to nineteen years old, followed by

the students who are in the age bracket of twenty to twenty-two.

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According to Honan, (2009), school rules and regulations are mechanisms

designed to control, regulate and manage students’ behavior in schools in order to create

conducive learning environment. Study population comprised 3290 students and 319

teachers all from 28 public secondary schools. The study equally revealed that

disciplinary measures conditioned students to behave in a certain manner without

molding their character given the high number of repeated mistakes after punishment.

The study recommends that school rules and regulations be reviewed to accommodate

age challenges, disciplinary measures such as suspension and replacement of stolen items

be repealed and that students be involved at formulation level. The findings of the study

inform policy makers about the influence of school rules and regulations on students’

aggressive behavior and the need to restructure them to make them appealing as control

and management tools.

Different efforts and measures have been done both at national and school level to

deal with the discussed behavioral problems among secondary school students. In

schools, there are Disciplinary Committees which deal with maintaining behaviors and

lifestyles of students. Some teachers through trainings and seminars are learning on how

to handle disciplinary problems among students (Komba, 2006).

De La Salle University (DLSU) has school rules and regulations to control and to

discipline students so that they become good citizens. The stated objectives of school

rules and regulations are: to have pupils brought up to become good citizens who are

expected to respect laws and regulations; to have self-discipline while in school and in

adult life; to make students realize that offenders are punished and thus encouraging them
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to obey the laws of the country, conform to accepted norms and rules of conduct; and to

encourage co-operation and harmony in the school community (Gukayan, 1995).

School rules and regulations represent important control mechanisms to which

students conform to. Human beings normally respond to four social bonds to

conventional society: attachment to others, commitment to conformity, involvement in

conventional activities, and belief in the value or legitimacy of convention. These four

elements of social bond may determine how students behave in school, Jenkins, (1997).

The studies presented show the different effect of school rules in the school where

the students learn. It also shows the statistics of the boys and girls indiscipline. The

different results show that it is better if here will be a punishment correspond to the action

they did. Somewhat similar to this study, as to determine the effectiveness of school rules

that are implemented at Ventinilla High School, it seeks recommendations to enhance the

discipline of the students.

Those studies above shows the different result of school rules in thee school and

the statistics of the lack of school rules in the school. As

Conceptual Framework

This study aims to determine the school rules and students’ involvement. This

study focuses on the school rules wearing proper uniform and hair dressing and it serves

as the independent variables. As the independent variables focus on the two indicators,

the researcher will then determine the effectiveness in enhancing the discipline of the

respondents in following the rules. The figure below shows the process.
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How may school rules be

described in terms of:

a. During the Flag

Ceremony How the student
b. Attendance involvement of the
c. Dress Code and respondents in following
Grooming the school rules be
d. Inside the described?
Classroom

Recommendation can be
proposed to enhance the
students’ involvement to school
rules of the respondents.

Figure 1. Research Paradigm of the Study

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Chapter 3

METHODS OF THE STUDY AND SOURSES OF DATA

This chapter embodies all the elements which govern the devices, ways and

methods in collecting data. It embraces the six components that include research design,

locale of the study, respondents of the study, research instruments, research procedure

and statistical treatment.

Research Design

This study will be using descriptive-correlation type of research in gathering data

to determine the effectiveness of school rules in enhancing discipline of the students at

Ventinilla High School.

Descriptive research design is a scientific method which involves observing and

describing the behavior of a subject without influencing it in any way. A correlational

study is a type of research design where a researcher seeks to understand what kind of

relationships naturally occurring variables have with one another (Cheprasov, 2011).

Locale of the Study

This study will be conducted at Ventinilla High School as the study’s respondents

study there. The school is located at Ventinilla, Paniqui, Tarlac.

Respondents of the Study

The respondents of this study are the total population of the students at Ventinilla

High School with seven hundred eighty-one (781) students, one hundred eighty-one

(181) in grade 7, one hundred sixty-six (166) in grade 8, one hundred seventy-six (176) in

grade 9, one hundred thirty-six in grade 10, sixty-seven (67) in grade 11, and fifty-two

in grade 12 excluding the three researchers at Ventinilla High School. This study will be
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using the universal sampling in choosing the respondents because they are the ones who

can provide the useful information to know the effectiveness of school rules in enhancing

the discipline of the students at Ventinilla High School.

Research Instrument

The researchers will use survey questionnaire adopted from the study of Anna

Maria Ndeto(2010) and questionnaire validated by the experts to gather the necessary

data on the school rules and students’ involvement in enhancing discipline of the students

at Ventinilla High School.

In conducting a survey, a questionnaire is a must in order for an individual to

gather data that are needed in the research. As a critical element in one’s

interrogation, writing a survey questionnaire could be challenging as well. It should

gather all the necessary information, but at the same time, it should not bore and

confuse your respondent (Mathers, 2015).

Establishing and Validating Reliability Test

The research questionnaire of this present study needed expert or people who

understand and have enough knowledge to validate the survey questionnaire for the

respondents. Experts evaluate the questions for the effectiveness of the topic that are

under investigation. Ms. Ruvy Ann Mendoza an English Teacher, Mrs. Monica

Eleine M. Guiam a SSG Adviser and Mr. Elson S. Garingo a Register Guidance

Counselor are the ones who check and evaluate the survey questionnaire.

Research Procedure

First, the researchers will ask permission to the principal of Ventinilla High

School. When the permission is granted, they will ask next the teachers of the
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respondents. The respondents will be given ample time to complete answering the

questionnaires provided. After they finish answering the questionnaires the researchers

will collect it then will be tallied.

Statistical Treatment

To describe the school rules and student involvement in enhancing discipline of

the students, use mean/average.

Average Formula

Where: = sum of score

N= total number of respondents

= mean/average

To interpret the result of the school rules and student involvement in enhancing

discipline of the students, Likert Scale that includes the variables the table will be used by

the respondents. For the convenience of the analysis and interpretation, the following will

be used to convert the limit to the given description:

Index Limits of index Verbal description

5 4.25-5.00 Always
4 3.51- 4.25 Often
3 2.76- 3.50 Sometimes
2 1.76- 2.75 Rarely
1 1.0- 1.75 Never

Using the Pearson r formula the researcher will get the relationship between the

school rules and students involvement.

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Pearson R formula

Independent Variable- The school rules

Dependent Variable- students’ involvement

Where:

X- The school rules

Y- Students’ involvement

Correlation Coefficient Scale

Correlation value General Description

-1.0 Perfect negative correlation
-.8 to -1.0 Very high degree of negative correlation
-.6 to -.8 High degree of negative correlation
-.4 to -. 6 Medium degree of negative correlation
-.2 to -.4 Low degree of negative correlation
.2 to -.2 Probably no correlation
.2 to .4 Low degree of positive correlation
.4 to .6 Medium degree of positive correlation
.6 to .8 High degree of positive correlation
.8 to 1.0 Very high degree of positive correlation
1.0 Perfect positive correlation
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APPENDICES
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APPENDIX A
Republic of the Philippines
Department of Education
Region III – Central Luzon
SCHOOLS DIVISION OF TARLAC PROVINCE
VENTINILLA HIGH SCHOOL
Paniqui, Tarlac

COVER LETTER TO THE PRINCIPAL

Date___________

Maria Gracia B. Ledesma

Principal 1
Ventinilla High, School

Dear Ma’am:

Good day!

We ROGELIO M. COLLADO, JEIMMILNDREI F. MARTIN and CESIAH A.

GERONA are currently conducting a study on “Effectiveness of school rules in enhancing
discipline of the students at Ventinilla High School” subject on Practical Research 2.

The respondents of this study are the Junior and Senior High School students of this school.
We would like to give the survey questionnaire to those students as the respondents of this
study.

In connection with this, I would like to request your approval to allow us to schedule the
administration of the research.

Looking forward for your much needed approval this request.

Sincerely,

The Researchers

Approved/disapproved:

Maria Gracia B. Ledesma

Principal 1
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APPENDIX B
Republic of the Philippines
Department of Education
Region III – Central Luzon
SCHOOLS DIVISION OF TARLAC PROVINCE
VENTINILLA HIGH SCHOOL
Paniqui, Tarlac

COVER LETTER TO THE TEACHERS

Date___________

Dear Ma’am/Sir

Good day!

We ROGELIO M. COLLADO JR., JEIMMIL ANDREI F. MARTIN and CESIAH

A. GERONA are currently conducting a study on “EFFECTIVENESS OF SCHOOL
RULES IN ENHANCING DISCIPLINE OF THE STUDENTS AT VENTILLA HIGH
SCHOOL”. The undertaken is part of the requirements for the completion of the subject
on Practical Research 2.

We would like to give the survey questionnaire of your students.

In connection with this, I would like to request your approval to allow us that your
students will be respondents of this study.

Looking forward for your much needed approval this request.

Sincerely,

The Researchers

Approved/disapproved:

Teachers____________
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APPENDIX C
Republic of the Philippines
Department of Education
Region III – Central Luzon
SCHOOLS DIVISION OF TARLAC PROVINCE
VENTINILLA HIGH SCHOOL
Paniqui, Tarlac

COVER LETTER TO THE RESPONDENTS/STUDENTS

Date___________

Dear Students:

Good day!

We ROGELIO M. COLLADO JR., JEIMMILANDREI F. MARTIN and CESIAH

A. GERONA is currently conducting a study on “EFFECTIVENESS OF SCHOOL
RULES IN ENHANCING DISCIPLINE OF THE STUDENTS AT VENTILLA HIGH
SCHOOL”. The undertaken is part of the requirements for the completion of the subject
on Practical Research 2.

We would like to give the survey questionnaire of you as the students of Ventinilla High
School.

In connection with this, I would like to request your approval to allow us to use you as
the respondents of this study to answer some question in the paper to be given after the
approval.
Looking forward for your much needed approval this request.

Sincerely,

The Researchers

Approved/disapproved:

Teachers____________
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APPENDIX D
SURVEY QUESTIONNAIRE

Directions: Using the key given, choose or tick the right alternative that fits your
opinion on the implementation of school rules as follows: put check (✔) to indicate your
answer.
Indicator Scale
Always 5
Often 4
Sometimes 3
Rarely 2
Never 1
1. School Rules
a. During Flag Ceremony

Statement 5 4 3 2 1
I attend flag ceremony.
When the bell rings, I will proceed to
the quadrangle immediately
In flag ceremony I fall in line
In flag ceremony, there is no
unnecessary movement.
I proceed to my respective rooms
quietly after the ceremony

b. Attendance

Statement 5 4 3 2 1
I attend class regularly and punctually.
Before 7:00. I’m already in the school
When I’m absent I present an excuse letter
of explanation signed by my parents.
I have more done 20% absences that the
school required us to.
I don’t want to be punished that’s why I go
to school regularly.
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c. Dress Code and Grooming

Statement 1 2 3 4 5
If I don’t wear polo/blouse, I make sure
my t-shirt is properly tucked in.
I wear black leather/leather liked rubber
shoes
I wear my I.D. inside the campus.
On Friday, I wear the prescribed P.E.
uniform and rubber shoes.
My hair is neatly groomed

d. Inside the Classroom

Statement 5 4 3 2 1
I am respectful, courteous and polite to
teachers, school authorities and
schoolmates.
I observe the procedure set by the teacher
for an orderly entrance and exit in the
classroom.
I take my proper place in accordance with
the seating arrangement. And I avoid
moving out the teacher’s permission.
I sit properly at all times.

I avoid eating inside the classroom during

the school hours. I don’t chew gum in the
school building anytime.

2. Students’ involvement

Statement 5 4 3 2 1
Students are part of the body that is
involved in the formulation of school rules
and regulations.
Students give suggestions in the formulation
of rules and regulations.
The student body contributes in ensuring
that rules in our school are followed.
Students are not involved in the formulation
of school rules and regulations.
Students are aware of consequences of
breaking school rules and regulations.

Adopted from the study of Anna Maria Ndeto

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Curriculum Vitae

Name: Rogelio M. Collado Jr.

Age: 18

Sex: male

Birthday: April 22, 2001

Civil status: single

Address: Sitio Bacao, Ventinilla, Paniqui, Tarlac

Birth place: Pampanga

Name of Father: Rogelio M. Collado Sr.

Name of Mother: Florena M. Collado

Occupation: None

Educational attainment

Senior High School Ventinilla High School

Ventinilla, Paniqui, Tarlac
2018 – 2020

Junior High school: Ventinilla High School

Ventinilla, Paniqui, Tarlac
2014– 2018

Elementary: Ventinilla Elementary School

Ventinilla, Paniqui, Tarlac
2008 – 2014
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Curriculum Vitae

Name: Jeimmil Andrei F. Martin

Age: 18

Sex: male

Birthday: September 11, 2001

Civil status: Single

Address: Nancamarinan, Paniqui, Tarlac

Birth place: Quezon City

Name of Father: Rommel Martin

Name of Mother: Mildred Martin

Occupation: Teacher

Educational attainment

Senior High School Ventinilla High School

Ventinilla, Paniqui, Tarlac
2018 – 2020

Junior High school: Ventinilla High School

Ventinilla, Paniqui, Tarlac
2014– 2018

Elementary: Nancamarinan Elementary School

Nancamarinan, Paniqui, Tarlac
2008 – 2014
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Curiculum Vitae

Name: Cesiah A. Gerona

Age: 17

Sex: Female

Birthday: November 6, 2001

Civil status: single

Address: Nancamarinan, Paniqui, Tarlac

Birth place: Nancamarinan, Paniqui, Tarlac

Name of Father: Ignacio Gerona Jr.

Name of Mother: Lily Ann A. Gerona

Occupation: Vendor

Educational attainment

Senior High School Ventinilla High School

Ventinilla, Paniqui, Tarlac
2018 – 2020

Junior High school: Ventinilla High School

Ventinilla, Paniqui, Tarlac
2014– 2018

Elementary: Nancamarinan Elementary School

Nancamarinan, Paniqui, Tarlac
2008 – 2014