Evaluating the academic performances of students in Licup Elementary school: the role of the school-based feeding program

Abstract

This study aims to evaluate the academic performances of the students and the role of the school-based feeding program among the students at Licup Elementary School. This is a quantitative study that utilized descriptive-comparative. In gathering the data, the researchers employed total population sampling. The researchers collected the data from fifty-two students in grade one to six. The essential data were gathered using the DepED Order No.37 s form. 2014 and the grades of students before and after SBFP. Mean and Paired T-test were utilized as the study' statistical tool to analyze if the means of two independent groups were significantly different from each other. Results revealed that the general weighted average of the students increased statistically significantly after conducting a school-based feeding program. It indicates tat SBFP is an effective strategy to motivate pupils to attend school when institutions meet their needs. However, the study also revealed that some students' academic achievements were identical before and after SBFP. Hence, providing more opportunities and programs to enhance academic performances and fulfill academic achievements is recommended. This helps students have interactive learning that fosters cognitive ability.