Parental Involvement and Academic Achievement in Asipulo District

Authors

  • Florenda D. Dulnuan College of Advance Education, Ifugao State University, Lamut, Ifugao, Philippines Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.65339/ijsair.V2.I3.714

Keywords:

Academic Achievement, Asipulo District, Grade 6 Pupils, Homework, Parental Involvement, Schoolwork, Teachers

Abstract

This study examined the relationship between parental involvement and the academic achievement of Grade 6 pupils in Asipulo District. Guided by the Input–Process–Output (IPO) Model, the study employed a descriptive-comparative and correlational research design to determine the level of parental involvement, compare respondents' assessments, and examine its relationship with pupils' academic achievement. The respondents consisted of Grade 6 pupils, parents, and teachers from twelve complete elementary schools in Asipulo District selected through total enumeration. Data were gathered using an adapted questionnaire on parental involvement and pupils' academic records and were analyzed using descriptive statistics, independent sample t-test, one-way ANOVA, and correlation analysis. Findings revealed that parents, teachers, and pupils consistently perceived parental involvement in homework and schoolwork activities as high, with greater parental participation observed in schoolwork than homework. No significant difference was found among the assessments of the three respondent groups. Pupils attained an overall academic performance classified as Approaching Proficiency. However, parental involvement showed no significant relationship with pupils' academic achievement, suggesting that other factors may also influence academic performance. Lower parental involvement was observed in providing extended homework assistance, ensuring homework completion before bedtime, and communicating with teachers regarding pupils' academic concerns. The study concludes that although parental involvement remains an important component of children's educational experience, strengthening home-school collaboration, parental engagement in homework, and regular communication between parents and teachers may further support learners' development. The findings support Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 4: Quality Education by promoting family engagement in learning and SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals through strengthened collaboration between schools, families, and communities. The study contributes to educational, institutional, and community sustainability by providing evidence that can guide interventions aimed at improving parental participation and supporting pupils' academic development.

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2026-07-06

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Dulnuan, F. (2026). Parental Involvement and Academic Achievement in Asipulo District. International Journal of Sustainability and Advanced Integrated Research, 2(3), 148-155. https://doi.org/10.65339/ijsair.V2.I3.714