Implementation of Crisis Management Strategies in Public Elementary Schools

Abstract

              This study examined the implementation of crisis management strategies in public elementary schools in Teresa District, Schools Division Office of Rizal during the School Year 2025–2026. Utilizing a descriptive survey research design, the study involved 268 teachers from Abuyod Elementary School, Bagumbayan Elementary School, Pantay Elementary School, Prinza Elementary School, Quiterio San Jose Elementary School, Sitio Ibabaw I Elementary School, and Teresa Elementary School. The respondents were profiled according to age, sex, civil status, educational attainment, position title, length of service, and in-service trainings attended. A researcher-made questionnaire-checklist was used to gather data on the extent of implementation of crisis management strategies in terms of risk assessment, emergency planning, communication protocols, and mitigation and recovery procedures, as well as the challenges encountered in their implementation.Findings revealed that most respondents were aged 31 years and above, predominantly female, married, pursuing graduate studies, and holding positions from Teacher I to Teacher III, with more than 10 years of teaching experience and exposure to various in-service trainings. The results indicated that crisis management strategies were highly implemented across all identified areas. Furthermore, age, educational attainment, and length of service were found to have significant relationships with teachers’ perceptions on the extent of implementation, while sex, civil status, position title, and in-service trainings showed no significant relationship. Teachers also reported encountering occasional challenges in implementing crisis management strategies.The study concludes that teachers’ demographic and professional profiles, particularly age, educational attainment, and length of service, influence their perceptions of crisis management implementation. It is recommended that school administrators strengthen crisis management programs by integrating both theoretical and practical approaches, while also enhancing disaster risk reduction awareness among learners. Schools are encouraged to adopt strategic plans for effective risk mitigation, and teachers should continue participating in relevant training programs. Further research is recommended to explore additional variables influencing crisis management implementation.