Manuscript
Manuscript
Department of Education
Region VIII
Division of Samar
District of Basey 1
Basey National High School
Basey, Samar
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By:
Bajen, Kian Mark P.
Cajefe, Rosalie O.
Ciata, Sofea Judie G.
Deloria, Mg Rose R.
Mansanade, Ruby B.
Mendova, Christina C.
Olfindo, Jade S.
Palermo, Janelle Mae D.
Rendiza, Mary Joy B.
Taganna, Norly Ivan L.
Tuscano, Rica Mae O.
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CHAPTER I
INTRODUCTION
future success and providing various opportunities. It not only illuminates a person's
mind and enhances critical thinking but also helps in planning for careers or pursuing
human personality, thoughts, and social skills, preparing individuals for life
such as good career prospects, social status, and self-confidence (Al-Shuaibi, 2014).
and teaching. It is a process of acquiring knowledge, skills, values, beliefs, and habits
that enable an individual to develop and grow throughout their life, for themselves or
for the betterment of society. Education encompasses various forms of learning, such
financial education, social education, science and technology education, and more.
In the Philippines, the Senior High School (SHS) program was officially
Department of Education (DepEd) through Republic Act No. 10533. This reform
aimed to enhance the overall quality of education and better prepare students for the
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including Academic, Technical-Vocational-Livelihood, and Arts and Design
(Gonzales, 2016).
learning. Senior High School encompasses the last two years of the K to 12
educational system, specifically grades 11 and 12, and aims to equip students with the
entrepreneurship.
learners with relevant skills that are increasingly valued in the job market (Banaag, A.
2018).
education, ensuring that students are well-prepared for the academic challenges they
and advanced subject matter essential for success in higher education. This
2016).
students. The curriculum is designed not only to impart knowledge but also to
The Senior High School curriculum offers a variety of tracks and strands,
When choosing the right track and strand in Senior High School is a critical
decision that sets the foundation for students' future academic and career paths.
Although students have the freedom to choose, the consequences of their decisions
According to Penedilla & Rosaldo (2017), states that this decision is often
influenced by factors such as personal factors, family and parental influence, peer
influence, and school and internal factors, rather than personal passion and interest.
those upcoming senior high school students on what to consider and what are the
factors that will affect the Grade 10 students on choosing their track for senior high.
Moreover, all of the tracks are equally vivid. Knowing this, it will make the students
open their minds to suffer on the track that they really want and will help them on
their future courses and job. Thinking deeply on this, choosing a strand may look easy
but it will have a big effect on your chosen course or profession on college that may
academic and technical- vocational track which involves; the Academic Track
(Humanities and Social Sciences, Accountancy, Business, and Management) and the
Automotive, EPAS, and Tourism) and many more are all connected on the courses
The study about the factors affecting Grade 10 students in choosing their track
for Senior High School will focus on determining the factors and other certain
considerations. Affecting the students on selecting their strands for senior high.
Hypothetically, after knowing these factors and other aspects on choosing their track,
it may affect their future decisions and lead them to a right path and would make them
more capable of weighing certain thoughts and possibilities with regards decision-
making.
Conceptual Framework
This diagram outlines the key components of the conceptual framework for
Grade 10 students' track and strand selection in characteristics Senior High School at
Basey National High School, exploring the influence of personal interest, parental
influence, peer influence, financial status, school reputation, career aspiration on their
choices.
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Correlating the Factors affecting Grade 10 students in
choosing their track for senior high school at Basey
National high school
(Factors)
Personal Interest
Financial Status
School Prestige
Career Aspiration
Socioeconomic Constraints
interest, parental influence, peer influence, financial status, school prestige, and career
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Theoretical Framework
This study will discuss the preferences of the students in choosing strands they
want to take in Senior High School. There a lot of factor in choosing strand. Maybe
by their interest and skills. Some base their choice in the school capacity and the peer
states that fundamental premises of the varsity which explains that each one people
are allowed to develop. Their own creativeness that each one people are interested by
nature, that the foremost efficient and knowledgeable in learning is started and
pursued by the learner. It also claimed during this theory that freedom is important to
the event of their personal responsibility, consistent with this theory, development of
their knowledge, creativeness and skills will gives progress within the reason to settle
on and it'll give hint to what they need career in the future. The choice theory is vital
during this study since this study is explaining how people developed their talents,
creativity and in learning which provides their hint to the career tracks they need to
pursue. It’ll help them to understand their tracks and that they should take it seriously
when choosing their specialized tracks. In their learning's through their developing
talents and. skills, they're going to have a thought on which way to go.
Based on the theory stated, the students have their own preferences in
choosing the strands they want. They have the freedom to choose and base their
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This study determines the correlating the factors affecting the Grade 10
Students of Basey National High School on choosing their track for Senior High.
1.1. Age
1.2. Address
- ABM
- HUMSS
Choice 2: TVL
- CSS
- EPAS
- AUTOMOTIVE
- EIM
- TOURISM
2. Which of the following factors greately affect/impact the SHS track selection of
Grade 10 students?
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3. Is there a significant relationship between the factors that impact Grade 10 students
affecting Grade 10 students' track choices at Basey National High School and their
factors affecting Grade 10 students' track choices at Basey National High School and
students at Basey National High School in their track selection for Senior High
School, with the goal of identifying the specific factors that significantly influence
their choices, determining the relative importance of these factors in the decision-
making process, and ultimately providing valuable insights that can inform the
making informed and fulfilling choices for their future academic and career paths.
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The results of this study may prove to be beneficial to incoming Senior High
students, specifically, to those who are in doubt about their chosen track and strand.
This will serve as an enlightenment for upcoming senior high students and will serve
To Parents. They will have a deeper understanding about Senior High School
education. They will play the biggest role for they will guide their child in decision
making.
the students' choice of strand. They can also help the students to be motivated and
To Future Researchers. The results of this research can help them to have more idea
This research focuses on the factors influencing track selection among Grade
students at Basey National High School and does not extend to other schools or grade
levels. However, while it explores various factors influencing track selection, it does
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not explore broader societal or economic factors influencing career choices beyond
Definition of Terms
Career Aspiration: A student's long-term goal or vision for their professional life,
often influenced by interests, skills, and values. Students' career aspirations play a key
resulting from the exposure to personal interest, parental influence, peer influence,
financial status, school reputation, and career aspiration on the track decision-making
Financial Status: The economic condition of a student and their family, which can
affect access to resources, opportunities, and support for educational pathways and
track selection.
typically aged 15 to 16 years, who are undergoing an important stage in academic and
career development.
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Influence: The power or capacity of personal interest, parental influence, peer
influence, financial status, school reputation, and career aspiration to shape, modify,
regarding their children's track selection. This can involve direct advice,
Peer Influence: The impact of friends, classmates, and social groups on students'
track decisions. This can involve social pressure, shared interests, or the perception of
strength that influence their track choices. This can include a strong interest in
science, a passion for writing, or a talent for music, which might lead them to choose
a specific track.
School Prestige: The perceived quality, prestige, or success rate of different tracks
within Basey National High School, as perceived by students. This can be based on
factors like the track's reputation for preparing students for competitive universities or
Senior High School: Additional two years in high school which is divided into
certain tracks which is related about what you are going to take up in college.
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Track Selection: The decision-making process through which Grade 10 students
CHAPTER II
implementing a system in which students delay Major choice until the second year in
physical environments for institutions in which a total intake advising model is not
currently utilized, According to Freedman the students also considered the university
Adolescents are expected to have made a tentative career choice, and a body
community of personal service careers were preferred more than trade careers,
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structured career planning was seen to be absent students reported of relying on
In contrast, Olaosebikan and Olosakin (2016) cited that parental influence has
extent may vary form one person to another. Since parental support and
careful in exerting their influence over their children as it may affect their career
decision making.
Parental influence exists career decision making amongst student and also
Father Preference and Mother Occupation; Father's occupation and career. Autonomy
preference, further this finding is limited to the present study area (Kumar, 2016).
According to Taylor, et. al, (2017) states that there are instances that children
may. Choose a career that their parents want them to take just to please them. Other
researches also suggest that adolescents are influenced by their parent’s aspirations
and expectations.
Ahmed, et. al. (2017) that future job opportunities had minor impact on
students' career choice. From these findings, it can de deduced that incoming senior
high school students would likely choose a track in relation to the likelihood of
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According to Angel Cruz (2018) knowing the subjects which you find easy
and challenging can be really helpful it isn't only a good indicator of when strand will
fit for you. The participants need to know on what skills or field they excel, so they
can easily choose strands wisely. Sometimes the school structure, gender and grade
point average that supported by the parents affect their child to choose strand. There's
a case that the students are against in the rules or structure or they don't like the
strands offer in the particular school. The second is friends sometimes friends
depended on the student not on the person around them. The study recommends
recommendations help the students to choose what strand that they excel. Take
advantage of every learning opportunity ask your family, friends, colleagues even
your past teachers which strand they deem fit for them.
skills are requirements for the Certificate of Competency (COC) and National
Certifications (NC) that need especially if they are looking for a career in electronics,
agriculture, or trading. If the participant takes this track, he will get the NC and after
they get this strand they will get a Job because of these skills. This is the reason why
the other student chooses this track rather than Academic. The first theme is TVL and
Academic tracks as a most choice track in SHS because most of the participants
respond that they planning to take in Senior High School are: GAS, ICT, ABM and
STEM.
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According to Mon Nerval (2019), the academic track consists of courses that
will make college life easier to adjust to in terms of subject variety and, to a certain
degree, difficulty. This track will make the participants Academic performance will
be useful in college and the participants feel easy and enjoy. The academic track is the
most celebrated one because students usually apply to colleges upon graduation from
high school. This are the reason why the participants Choose Academic and TVL
tracks.
High School Tracks of the Grade 10 Students" explained that students who think
critically and choose the correct track are prepared for their future, and choosing the
right track will help them improve their skills and capabilities in the track they
choose. Teachers should assist their students in selecting the appropriate track for
them and they should keep their thoughts and arms open for students who wish to
also support and keep an eye on their children, as they will be taking a significant step
forward in their lives. They must be willing to talk with their child about issues such
According to Tortor, Ohayas & Moneva's (2020) Financial Status, and Parents
High School, Cebu, Philippines, however, they stated that in selecting a strand, there
must be a match between these criteria and students' financial circumstances in order
to have a successful career. If the student is aware of the aspects that influence the
student's strand selections, he or she can ensure a successful outcome. In this article, it
is also discussed that parents play an important role in their child's decision in
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choosing a strand for two reasons: the first is because they are the ones who give the
service; the second is that they are the ones who provide the financial for their child's
tuition and other fees, and because parents have control over the situation to persuade
Another study that supports these findings is that of Dagang and de Mesa (2017) who
cited that typical Filipino families' concept of respect for elders and financial
Similarly, students are influenced by the careers that their parents' favor.
In addition, Pascual (2014), stated that the family is one of the most influential factors
that the Filipino students in choosing the strands, Considering the involvement of
family, School administrators and guidance counselor to help students make good
Moreover, the Academic Track, the core subject take care of the CRS (college
Readiness Standard) and the strand Subject prepare students for the particular college
course that they and to take, This is different from the other Tracks, In the other
subjects are really terminal subject, in the sense that they are not preparations for
future studies but are meant to give students the tools to immediately enter the
of the influence of the factors that they encountered in environment or even their
personality. The first factor is friends as the most influencing factor. Friend’s opinions
influence your decisions because you care about what they think. Friends can
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influence one’s decision because He wants to take a strand that the same with their
accepted by our friends, and therefore we comply with their standards (Selena Liu,
2017).
The students are the ones who experienced their daily life and they know what
they need to improve their knowledge and skills. Whatever means necessary for their
teachers. Teachers must not dictate but make the means accessible and make their
environment conducive to them and help them innovate things. It results 10 a culture
under collective leadership. Professional culnire involves every member, not by the
CHAPTER III
METHODOLOGY
Research Design
status, school prestige, and career aspiration and track selection among Grade 10
identify the strength and direction of the association between these factors and
Research Respondents
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The respondents of this research will be Grade 10 students from Basey
National High School. These students, who are currently graduating, will be randomly
Aquamarine, Emerald, Jade, Opal, Pearl, Sapphire, Topaz, and Ruby. The research
focuses on these students because they are about to make their track choices for
For this research, we used a probability sampling technique. This means that
every Grade 10 student at Basey National High School had a chance of being selected
for the study. We used a method called stratified random sampling, where we divided
the students into their respective sections (like Grade 10 Diamond, Aesthetics, etc.)
and then randomly chose participants from each section. This approach helps ensure
that our sample accurately reflects the diversity of the student population at Basey
Research Instrument
at Basey National High School, the researchers used survey questionnaire as their
designed to gather insights into the various factors that influence students' academic
track choices, including their personal interest, parental influence, peer influence,
financial status, school prestige, and career aspiration. The researchers will ensure that
the questions are clear, concise, and easy to understand, aiming to gain a
making process regarding their academic pathways. This survey will be instrumental
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in providing a clear picture of the complex interplay of factors that shape track
Research Locale
The research was conducted at the main campus of Basey National High
School, located in Cago-orom Islet, Barangay Buscada, Basey, Samar. This location
was chosen because it has a diverse student population and a large enough number of
During data gathering process for our research on Correlating the Factors
Affecting Grade 10 Students in Choosing Their Track for Senior High School Basey
National High School first, we obtained permission from the school principal to
conduct the study, emphasizing the importance of understanding the factors that
influence students' academic track choices. Next, our research adviser reviewed and
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students' personal interest, parental influence, peer influence, financial status, school
prestige, and career aspiration and their chosen track. Then, we contacted the class
advisers of each Grade 10 class to seek their consent for their students to participate in
the study, explaining the purpose of the research and the importance of their students'
ensuring they understood the purpose of the study and the confidentiality of their
percentages, means, and standard deviations to describe the relationship between the
factors and track selection of Grade 10 students at Basey National High School. Then
Formula:
% = Percentage
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f = Frequency
N = Number of Cases
Mean (Average)
Formula:
X = mean
Σx = the sum of all the values (like adding up all the scores on a test)
N = the total number of values (how many students took the test)
Formula:
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CHAPTER IV
This study investigated the distribution of students across Academic and TVL (Technical
Vocational Livelihood) tracks and strands. The findings are presented in Figures 1 to 10.
Figure 1.
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