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Extent of Implementation of Campus Journalism Act Of 1991 among the Select Secondary Schools in Surigao Del Norte

Angel Nicolin Suyman | Kristopher Ngilangil

Discipline: Journalism

 

Abstract:

This study assessed the extent of implementation of the Campus Journalism Act of 1991 (RA 7079) among selected secondary schools in the Division of Surigao del Norte. A quantitative research design was employed using a validated researcher-made questionnaire administered to 12 school heads, 12 school paper advisers, 12 campus journalists, and 12 PTA officers. The study focused on six core components: editorial board, editorial policies, school publication, funding of student publication, publication adviser, and press conferences and training seminars. Statistical tools such as mean, standard deviation, and Kruskal-Wallis ANOVA were used to analyze the data. Results revealed that the Publication Adviser component was highly implemented, while participation in press conferences and training seminars was the least implemented, particularly with regard to the National Schools Press Conference. These findings suggest partial compliance, with variability in implementation across schools and stakeholders. Significant differences were observed in how stakeholders perceived implementation, particularly between PTA officers and both school heads and school paper advisers. Implications indicate that while advisers and school leaders are more engaged and compliant with the provisions of RA 7079, campus journalists and PTA officers remain less involved, especially in terms of training and publication participation. The study concludes that uneven operationalization persists, necessitating improved stakeholder involvement, funding allocation, and consistent institutional support. It recommends strengthening training programs, editorial autonomy, and PTA participation to reinforce the sustainability of student publications in the region.