An Enhanced Crisis Management Plan among Public and Private Elementary Schools in Koronadal City

Abstract

This study aimed to assess and evaluate the implementation of the Crisis Management Plan among public and private elementary schools in Koronadal City and to formulate intervention strategies to enhance the existing plan. The respondents of the study were school heads and teachers from two public and two private elementary schools with established Crisis Management Plans, with a total of 108 participants. The study employed a descriptive mixed-method research design, utilizing quantitative data to determine the level of efficiency and effectiveness of plan implementation and qualitative data to identify the hindering and facilitating factors affecting implementation
Quantitative data were gathered through a structured survey questionnaire using a four-point Likert scale, while qualitative data were obtained through Focus Group Discussions. Descriptive statistical techniques, including frequency, percentage, and ranking, were used to analyze the quantitative data, and thematic analysis was applied to the qualitative responses. Based on the results of the study, intervention strategies were formulated to enhance the existing Crisis Management Plan and to continually ensure the safety and well-being of all school stakeholders.