Stakeholders&#039; Support To Boys Scouts Of The Philippines (Bsp) In School

Jick  C. Balinario,; Glenn  E. Ortega,

Stakeholders' Support To Boys Scouts Of The Philippines (Bsp) In School

Discipline: Education

Abstract:

This study examined the level of stakeholder support for the Boy Scouts of the Philippines (BSP) at Quezon Elementary School and its implications for the effective implementation of scouting programs. Specifically, it assessed the extent of support provided by various stakeholders in terms of financial assistance, facilities and materials, programs and plans, human resources, and training. The study employed a descriptive-comparative research design. A total of 378 respondents composed of PTA Officers, BLGU Officials, Community Members, Teachers, and Alumni participated in the research. Slovin’s formula was used to determine the sample size for larger groups, while total enumeration was applied to smaller stakeholder groups. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire. The gathered data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, particularly mean and standard deviation, to determine the level of support, while one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) was used to identify significant differences among stakeholder groups. Findings revealed that stakeholders provided support to a very great extent across all five dimensions, with overall mean scores ranging from 4.91 to 4.99 and consistently low standard deviations, indicating strong agreement among respondents. No significant differences were found among stakeholder groups in terms of financial support, facilities and materials, programs and plans, and human resources, suggesting a unified and collaborative approach to supporting scouting initiatives. However, a significant difference was observed in the area of training support, indicating variations in stakeholder involvement in mentoring, coaching, and leadership development activities. Overall, the findings underscore the strong engagement of stakeholders, with an overall mean score of 4.94. Based on these results, the study recommends the implementation of a Stakeholder-Led Scout Development Program to strengthen mentorship, enhance leadership skills, and sustain collaborative support for BSP initiatives.

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