III.

The Teacher and the Community Developer environment, the community in which it is
situated.
Conditions that Support the Relationship of Schools
 The main group and agents involved in the
and Community
dynamics of the relationship between school and
“The problem of education is everybody’s problem. As community are:
building literacy is our collective responsibility, so too is  students and parents
improving of our schools, our collective responsibility.  teachers,
We must build bridges between school and community.”  school administration,
(Former DepEd Secretary Florencio Abad)  non-teaching staff,
 governing bodies & school board
WHAT IS SCHOOL?  government organizations
 School is an open system and a social  non-government organization and
organization which thrives on the effective  civic organizations
interrelationship within it and with its relevant **a. Parents – the first teachers in the home
communities (Nwankwo, Nwokafor, (are responsible for the development of
Ogunsanwo&Ighalo, 1985) values, attitudes and habits that will be
 an institution dedicated to education needed as their children associate with
(Vocabulary) classmates in the school)
 Is the social institution where consciously
designed learning experiences are provided with b. Teachers – continue to enrich the students
the objectives of achieving social aim at large, experiences at home, thus strengthening the
over a period of time valuable personal traits and characteristics
initially developed:
WHAT IS A COMMUNITY?
 respect for elders and for the right of
 "Community will normally refer to all those with others.
common interest living in a given ideographical  cooperation
space not considered too large to make it  willingness to share
unwieldy whereas in the rural areas, the  deep sense of responsibility
community will strictly comprise people with the
 persistence
same origin" Omolayole (1998)
c. Members of community – like government
SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY
officials, the professionals and all the
 School community relationship is a two-way residents are highly motivated to participate
symbiotic arrangement through which the in the teacher activities and projects [much
school and the community co-operate with each better if marelate nimo sila as USTP na
other for the realization of goals of the situation or DepEd]
community and vice versa. It is the degree of WHY SHOULD WE?
understanding and goodwill, which exists
between the school and the community (Okorie, [Family and community involvements foster
Ememe&Egu 2009) partnerships among schools, family and community
 The school and the community are mainsprings groups, and individuals. These partnerships result in
of effective and powerful forces that can create sharing and maximizing resources. And they help
wholesome climate for mutual gains and children and youth develop healthy behaviors and
betterment. promote healthy families.]
 Both can forge a kind of partnership where they
Research shows that students whose parents are
are willing to share information as well as
involved in their education are more likely to:
responsibilities to the best interest of the
children while in school, likewise when dealing  Adapt well to school (Children develop socially,
with members of the community. emotionally, physically, and academically)
 Community is a part of the society and  Attend school more regularly
education is the counterpart of both the above  Complete homework more consistently
mentioned elements. School is the social  Earn higher grades and test scores
institution where consciously designed learning  Graduate and go on to college
experiences are provided with the objectives of  Have better social skills
achieving social aim at large, over a period of  Show improved behavior (Students become
time. School is also defined as a subsystem of the motivated and engaged in learning)
larger system of the society. It has to  Have better relationships with their parents
functionally coordinate with its immediate  Have higher self-esteem
Additionally, linking community activities to the  Outstanding school personnel as well as
classroom barangay officials are honored.
 This serves as a motivation for both parties and
 Improves school-related behaviors
their followers to continue their commendable
 Positively impacts academic achievement
practice.
 Reduces school suspension rates
 Values of nationalism and unity are developed
2. Another study done by Wood & Bauman (2017) through the examples demonstrated by the
entitled How Family, School and Community school and government officials.
Engagement Can Improve Student Achievement &  Respect for authority and self-discipline are
Influence School Reform reveals that there is a modeled for the young to follow
demonstrable connection between family engagement,
3.5. Instructional Centers and Materials
school improvement, and student outcomes. The study
implied that schools and districts should focus not only  The community can serve as rich sources of
on family engagement, but also on establishing strong instructional materials.
partnerships and relationships with families and  Professionals and practitioners form the
communities. community can be invited as resource speakers
during observance of significant school rites.
3. When we foster school and community relationship,
the community would in turn show their gratitude and HOW DO WE DO THIS?
appreciation by keeping their school’s surroundings
Educators work hard to develop a sense of community
clean and comfortable for the children, and by sharing
inside classrooms and buildings. They play a deciding role
resources whenever needed.
in expanding the vision of your school to include the
3.1. Collaborative Relationship larger community.

a. The school officials actively participate in How can the schools foster effective and sustainable
community projects such as literacy assistance partnership with the community?
project for out-of-school children and house
1. develop intelligent public understanding of the
campaign for healthful practice.
school on all aspects of its operations
b. The municipality/city officials are likewise ready
2. help citizens feel more responsibly for the
to provide help in improving the physical
quality of education the school provides;
facilities of the school.
3. earn the goodwill, respect and confidence of the
c. During historic celebrations in both places,
public in the professional and personal services
participation by each is easily elicited with such
of the school
positive and civic-consciousness activities
4. involve the community in the work of the school
enjoyed by the school and community, a strong
and in solving educational problems
feeling of togetherness become evident.
5. promote a genuine spirit of cooperation
3.2. Organized Associations between the school and community for the
improvement of the community
 Schools have organized Parent-Teacher and
6. secure community support for the school and its
Community Associations with the officers
program
coming from both their members.
7. keep the community informed of developments
 A strong spirit of cooperation is exhibited as well
and educational trends
as sharing of expertise and material resources.
8. secure an unofficial but honest evaluation of the
 Representations during town or school affairs
school program in terms of educational needs as
create strong affairs create strong ties among
the community sees them
members, thus, helping hands are volunteered
in times of needs Harnessing school support from PTA

3.3. Public Safety, Beautification and Cleanliness `The PTA is a vital force in linking the school to its service
area, the community. The PTA is founded on the spirit of
 Peace and order, safety in public conveyances
volunteerism and serves as a means by which funds
and compliance with ordinances afford ample
maybe generated and community support to the school
protection and disciplinary measures developed
maybe mobilized. If properly organized and directed, the
by all.
PTA can be a strong partner in improving the welfare of
 Beautification of the community through tree
the pupils.
planting in every household and cleanliness
through proper waste disposal are voluntarily Ways by which schools/teachers can use to
undertaken by both, thus creating a disciplined effectively enlist the support of PTA
and wholesome community.
1. Home visits -get to know them well. This is the
3.4. Values Exhibited rule of thumb in starting and nurturing relations
 with parents. Provide time to find out more
about the pupils’ home conditions
 First, Brigada Eskwela saves resources on the
2. Parenthood seminars -invite parents to attend
part of the school. It is this area that effectivity
seminars on parenting, responsible parenthood,
of the school to establish functional linkage and
child development and proper guidance and
networking to stakeholders is being tested. Since
connecting -seminars on helping parents help
the conduct of this activity is on volunteerism,
their better help their children in developing
most resources being used are on donation
good study habits may also be conducted -
generation.
organize PLAC to help parents develop the skill
 Second, it builds oneness and cooperation to all
of guiding their children at home in developing
stakeholders. With the thought of contributing
study habits
and cooperating for the welfare of the school
3. Parent conferences -should focus on problems
where their children study, unity and motivation
related to the child -know the parents very well -
come internally among them.
tips on conducting parent conferences
 Third, with the spirit of Bayanihan, a huge and
a. Know the parents personally even
heavy work becomes smaller and lighter.
before the problem arise
 Fourth, camaraderie among stakeholders
b. Have all the relevant information about
develop and keep alive,
eh child before the conference
 Fifth, safety of the learners is ensured.
c. Inform the parents the purpose of the
 Sixth, the school becomes pleasing and inviting
conference
to the eyes of the learners because of its
d. Conduct your conference with the
cleanliness and orderliness.
parents in a face to face, give and take,
 Seventh, in totality the school is ready and safe
no hold barred manner. Create an
to serve all Filipino learners who are dreaming
atmosphere of an informal chat rather
and considering schools as one of the major
than that of a formal meeting
factors to realize their ambitions in life.
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busy/occupied to come to attend meetings and
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