Gianellie Bantug

BEED III-A
Assignment
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Curriculum Development
Situation:
In one school, the parents got so involved that collectively, they interfered with the
transfer of the classroom location because they have contributed so much to its
improvement. The school authorities sustained a position that the school plant plan should
be honored. The Parent Association has invested in the improvement of the classrooms, but
the schools administrations plan should be upheld. Anyway, the classes will be transferred
to equally good classrooms that would enhance learning. Because of the schools decision,
the parents threatened to pull out their children. If you are the principal of the school, how
would you handle the situation?
Reflection:
My cousin once experienced a situation like this when she was in elementary; their
parents have invested in the improvement of their classroom like for example is buying a
new air condition for their classroom that was bought from the money contributed by the
students parents. The said air conditioner was not that frequently used by them, thou; it was
already installed in the classroom. This is why many parents disagreed when they found out
that the classroom would be transferred, but the principal have managed to have an
agreement with the parents and have solved the problem.
If I am the principal of the school, I would call the parents first and inform them of the reason
why there is a need for the said transfer and clearly explain to them that the classroom will
be transferred to a equally good classroom that would still enhance learning. Also I think that
with proper information, the parents will be able to understand the importance of following
the school plant plan.
Conclusion:
It is important during these types of conflicts to have good communication. In that
way, one can respond to conflicts, feedbacks and criticisms appropriately. As the principal,
one should focus on the benefit and welfare of the students, she/he should also consider the
parents opinion about the plan concerning them and their children because it is the primary
responsibility of the principal to ensure the safety and well-being of the students.
Recommendation:
I recommend that the school administrators with the teachers should have regular
meetings with the parents to update and inform them of the latest issues concerning their
children and the school. The parents should also take an active part in the regular PTA
Meetings; their opinions and suggestions should also be considered in the schools planning.