Leadership amidst the pandemic: Exploring the experiences of school heads in the implementation of Basic Education-Learning Continuity Plan (BE-LCP)

Education

Authors

  • Annie D. Pagdilao
  • Zorayda S. Paguyo

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.62025/dwijmh.v2i2.31

Keywords:

leadership, school head, experience, challenges, pandemic

Abstract

The COVID-19 pandemic has presented significant challenges to the educational system,
necessitating rapid adaptation. To address this, the Department of Education implemented the Basic
Education Learning Continuity Plan (BE-LCP), which focused on the Most Essential Learning
Competencies (MELCs) and entrusted its implementation to school principals. This qualitative
phenomenological study aimed to gain insight into the experiences of 33 public school heads in the
City of Batac's Schools Division during the implementation of the BE-LCP, specifically how they
demonstrated leadership by the Philippine Professional Standards for School Heads (PPSSH) and
the challenges they faced and practices they employed to overcome them.
Structured interviews were conducted to collect data, which was analyzed using thematic analysis.
The study revealed that the school heads demonstrated strategic leadership abilities, efficiently
managed school operations and resources, and supported remote teaching and learning with the
help of teachers and parents who served as learning facilitators, using printed modular learning and
supplemental materials. However, the school administrators encountered difficulties with
enrollment, introducing the new teaching method, staff involvement, accessibility of instructional
resources, and collaboration with stakeholders. They overcame these obstacles with the help of
parents, barangay authorities, the LGU, and other stakeholders.
The school heads successfully implemented the BE-LCP, demonstrating their resilience and
adaptability in coping with unusual conditions and ensuring uninterrupted education for their
pupils. To ensure that learning continues despite challenges or crises in the future, it is
recommended that school heads remain focused on the department's vision, mission, core values,
and objectives, follow divisional standards, and adhere to their mantra.

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Published

2023-05-20

How to Cite

Annie D. Pagdilao, & Zorayda S. Paguyo. (2023). Leadership amidst the pandemic: Exploring the experiences of school heads in the implementation of Basic Education-Learning Continuity Plan (BE-LCP): Education. Divine Word International Journal of Management and Humanities (DWIJMH) (ISSN: 2980-4817), 2(2). https://doi.org/10.62025/dwijmh.v2i2.31

Issue

Vol. 2 No. 2 (2023): Divine Word International Journal of Management and Humanities

Section

Education

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