“Evaluating the Influence of Parental
Involvement On Students Academic
Achievement”
A Research Presented to
Julieto B. Sumatra Jr
Research Teacher
Research Chapter I in Partial Fulfillment
Of the Requirements for Practical Research II
Name:Chem Japhet [Link]
Jecyrich [Link]
Jerick [Link]
John Mark [Link]
John Paul [Link]
Junmar [Link] Leon
Reymark [Link]
Academic(GAS)-Acacia
October,,2023
Chapter 1
The Problem
Parental involvement refers to the amount of participation of
parents regarding their children’s school life and life in general.
The responsibility to socialize and educate children is a shared
obligation between parents and schools. For a child to reach academic
achievement, parents must be involved and participate in the
educational process (Mella et al. 2020). The involvement of parents or
guardians in their children’s education and general development is
referred to as parental involvement. Parental involvement encompasses
a variety of actions, attitudes, and behaviors that parents engage in
to support their children’s learning and wellbeing both at home and at
school. Examples of these actions include financial and academic
support, communication, volunteering, advocacy, and positive role
modeling.
Parents have a crucial role to play in shaping their child’s
development. Parents can control their children’s path or support
their ambitions, affecting academic performance and overall growth.
However, both approaches can positively and negatively impact the
child. Parents who control their child’s path may not allow them to
follow their dreams. Conversely, if parents support their child’s
aspirations, the child may feel more content and satisfied.
Education begins at home. The responsibility to socialize and educate
children is a shared obligation between parents and schools. In order
for a child to reach academic achievement, parents must be involved
and participate in the educational process. The more parental
involvement, the more students are likely to become productive members
of society as well as excel in academics. Parental involvement impacts
student academics (SA Cole 2017). Parents play an important role in
helping their children grow and build their own characters.
Parental involvement is an individual right and responsibility for
families and a social need. It is generally accepted that without the
positive cooperation of family and school, it is not possible to reach
the high standards set for educational outcomes by a demanding society
(M. Castro et al., 2015). Furthermore, a stronger sense of connection
between home and school is fostered when parents are involved in their
child’s education. An atmosphere that fosters student achievement and
improves the educational process as a whole is created by this
cooperative relationship.
Moreover, parents have vital roles to play in the life of a child. The
involvement of a parent in a child determines the future of that
child. Parenting involvement is a catch-all term for many different
activities, including at ‘home, ‘good parenting, helping with home
work, talking to teachers, attending school functions, and taking part
in school governance (OO Jethro 2012). Parental involvement is an
important factor in determining a child’s life. It includes a broad
variety of actions parents take to assist their child’s education and
general growth. It entails creating a loving and encouraging
atmosphere at home, establishing and upholding boundaries, and
actively participating in their child’s day-to-day activities.
Additionally, as Rubén Fernández-Alonso et al. (2017) claimed,
students whose parents exhibit a more indirect or distal style of
family involvement tend to perform better academically than those from
homes with a controlling manner. Parental involvement styles can
impact achievement at the individual and school levels. Students who
are raised positively in different traits, cultures, and ways of
living for having everything are more successful than students who are
raised negatively and have less involvement from their parents.
However, education is distinctive with its high prevalence of private
tutoring, which not only imposes an economic burden on parents but
also requires parents’ time and efforts to select the best kind of
private tutoring for their children and to keep track of their
academic progress by interacting with private tutors (Park et al.,
2011). Parents always choose the best way for their children by
finding the best schools, tutors, and school environment as support in
order to ensure their children’s future.
In addition, children are, by nature, inquisitive. Driven by their
appetite to learn, they explore and thirst for knowledge. As students,
the parents are their initial teachers, as they are the ones who
provide them with answers to their first questions. It follows then
that parental involvement is an essential component in the teaching-
learning process and therefore requires schools to engage and
collaborate with parents to improve school success (AV Llamas et al.,
2016). As the students who have a better life due to their parents
good support in their studies, they will strive for good academic
achievement in order to show their parents appreciation for their high
expectations of them.
Moreover, parents often ask their children what they want to be and
support their ambitions, yet other parents have their own preferences
for their children that conflict with theirs. Due to these issues,
students often engage in different harmful behaviors in school for the
reason that their parents do not support them. However, as they stated
(Michelle LaRocque et al., 2011), the primary issue is that the
students who engage in harmful activities should be addressed and
given proper support by their parents. These can significantly impact
their academic achievement. Parental participation is widely accepted
but challenging to promote and maintain. Schools are becoming more
diverse, and educators face a challenge to meet the needs of all
students.
The solid and meaningful relationship between parental Involvement and
academic achievement and parents’ beliefs, expectations, and
experiences are essential ingredients that help better learning
outcomes for children (Olusegun Emmanuel Afolabi 2014). San Pablo
National High School has students whose parents fully support their
studies and are eager to excel academically due to their good
relationships, support, and high expectations. Moreover, some students
still do inappropriate things that can affect their academic
performance.
Additionally, as they stated (CM Cepada 2020), absenteeism among
adolescents jeopardizes their chances of achieving their educational
goals. Absenteeism can lead to an increasing disinterest in school and
the chance of dropping out of school. This is likely one of the most
common problems in schools and with parents due to students losing
interest and the lack of participation of their parents.
Filipino families place a high value on their children’s educational
achievement. Providing for children’s education is a primary goal of
Filipino parents, and conversely, children consider educational
success as the means by which they can meet filial obligations and
parental expectations (LP Alampay 2019). The Filipino trait of
parental involvement is very important to every parent, as it is the
highest value of all things that they want their children to achieve
success in the future in order to get out of poverty. Filipino parents
often give their full support in every decision of their children
about what to achieve. Filipino parents are always backing up their
children’s decisions.
In addition to Daniela et al. (2013), education has ills today. The
involvement of families and parents is a critical factor in achieving
success. The extensive breakdown has invariably emphasized the lively
and damaging correlation between parental involvement and improved or
affected student academic performance. The San Pablo National High
School provides valuable insights into how parental participation and
support can contribute to their children’s success. By analyzing the
relationship between parental involvement and academic performance, we
can better understand how parents can significantly influence their
children’s educational journey.
Theoretical Framework
Due to the importance of education for each person, it is
crucial that parents take part in their children’s schooling.
Therefore, concepts that contribute to improving educational
effectiveness are necessary. In this regard, parental involvement
in schools is a viable way to improve the effectiveness of the
educational process. Student development theory aims to develop
new ideas and develop existing ideas to improve student
performance (Garvey et al., 2019). This covers a wide range of
issues, such as student relationships, accommodation, teaching,
relationships with teachers, cultural differences, equality, and
more. (Garvey et al., 2019). In this regard, parental involvement
can be emphasized within the theoretical framework of student
development. Specifically, this is another method to improve
student learning outcomes through parental involvement. This
involves increased control, increased communication, and the
ability to directly discuss the specifics of the learning
process. This theory is a kind of method that will help students
at San Pablo National High improve their ideas on academic,
social, socioeconomic, and critical thinking skills.
Conceptual Framework
This study aims to close this gap by examining the
relationship between parental involvement and academic
performance, identifying influencing factors, and determining the
magnitude of their impact. By fully understanding the dynamics of
parent engagement, educators, policymakers, and parents
themselves can collaborate to maximize students’ learning
potential, leading to positive outcomes and better overall
learning. Through this study, we hope to provide valuable
insights and evidence-based recommendations to increase parent
engagement in the educational journey of Grade 11 students.
Parental Involvement
Cultural Factors Parental
Expectations
Academic Achievement
Figure [Link] Schematic Diagram of the Study
In this conceptual framework, parent involvement is central
and represents the main objective of the study. It is believed
that parental involvement has a direct impact on academic
achievement. Arrows indicate relationships and directions of
influence. Cultural factors are included as moderators,
influencing the relationship between parental involvement and
academic performance. It was hypothesized that the impact of
parental involvement on academic achievement may vary depending
on cultural factors within the context of San Pablo National High
School. Additionally, parental expectations were shown as a
mediator, reflecting the role of parental expectations in shaping
the relationship between parental involvement and academic
achievement. It is believed that parental expectations play an
important role in translating parental involvement into better
academic outcomes.
Statement of the Problem
The study aims to evaluate the influence of parental
involvement on students’ academic achievement. Parental
participation has become increasingly significant in today’s
educational environment as a potential factor influencing
students’ achievement.
1. What is the respondent’s demographic profile on the
following indicators:
1:1 Gender
1:2 Sex
2. What are some reasons why parents may not provide their
children with complete support?
3. Is there a correlation between parental involvement and the
academic performance of students at SPNHS?
4. What are the factors that contribute to the impact of
parental involvement on students’ academic performance?
5. How does the level of parental involvement differ across
different student demographics, and what effect does this
have on their academic performance?
6. What are the long-term effects of sustained parental
involvement on students’ academic performance and overall
educational outcomes?
Hypothesis
Ha. There is a relationship between parental involvement and
students academic achievement.
Significance of the Study
This study’s significance is to provide insights into the
relationship between parental involvement and academic
performance. This study can contribute to the existing body of
knowledge on the importance of parental involvement in education
and how it can positively impact the academic performance of
students. The findings of the study can also provide a basis for
the development of effective strategies for promoting parental
involvement and improving academic performance.
Beneficiaries of the study:
1. Parents – The study can benefit parents by helping them
understand the importance of their involvement in their
child’s education and how it can positively impact their
academic performance. The findings of the study can also
provide parents with insights into the most effective ways
of supporting their child’s education
2. Teachers – The study can benefit teachers by providing them
with insights into the factors that affect academic
performance and how parental involvement can positively
impact it. The study can also inform the development of
effective strategies for promoting parental involvement in
education.
3. Students – The study can benefit students by improving their
academic performance and overall educational outcomes.
Increased parental involvement can provide students with
additional support, motivation, and resources to succeed in
their academic pursuits.
4. Educational institutions – The study can benefit
educational institutions by contributing to the development
of effective strategies for promoting parental involvement
and improving academic performance. The findings of the
study can also serve as a basis for further research and can
inform policy and practice in the field of education.
5. Future Researchers – The study can benefit the future
researchers through providing valuable insights, guide
future research, and contribute to the development of
effective strategies that promote academic success among
students at San Pablo National High School.
Scope and Limitation
This study will focus on the impact of parental involvement
on the academic performances of Grade 11 Students. This study
aimed to examine various aspects of parental involvement, such as
parents’ support, communication, and involvement in their
children’s education, and what factors How does this factor
affect student learning outcomes? It also aims to identify any
significant differences in academic achievement between students
with highly involved parents and those with less involved
parents.
The Researchers limited the study ”f 25 male and female of
students in the first semester of the school year 2023-2024 of
San Pablo National High School. The study will not include
students from other grade level and other schools. The study will
only involve the academic performance of students, socioeconomic
status. , personal motivation or quality of education. Research
may focus on measuring parent involvement through self-report
questionnaires, interviews, or observations and will not cover
other aspects such as social, emotional, and physical
development. It also not cover the impact of parental involvement
on students’ behavior and attitude towards learning. It does not
aim to investigate the parents’ background or demographics nor
establish causal relationships between parental involvement and
academic performance. Furthermore, the study does not address the
impact of other external factors, such as peer influence or
extracurricular activities, on the academic performance of Grade
11 students. It concentrates solely on exploring the relationship
between parental involvement and academic performance at San
Pablo National High School.
Definition of Terms
Academic: is used to characterize employment or educational
institutions that prioritize learning and analysis over practical
or technical expertise.
Achievement: The action of accomplishing a goal. anything that
someone has accomplished, often after significant work.
Academic Achievement: A student’s degree of accomplishment in
their academic endeavors, typically determined by their test
results, grades, and other performance metrics.
Evaluate: To determine the worth, caliber, or importance of
anything by using a set of rules or specifications.
Influence: is the capacity of an object or person to affect
another person’s ideas, attitudes, or behaviors.
Involvement: Participating actively or engaging in a specific
activity or organization.
Parental: Of or pertaining to parents or raising children.
Parental Involvement: is defined as a parent’s active involvement
in their child’s education and extracurricular activities.
Examples of this involvement include volunteering, attending
parent-teacher conferences, and offering homework assistance.
Students: People who are enrolled in a school, college, or
university with the intention of obtaining an education.