Abstract: This paper aimed to understand the needs, challenges and opportunities in the implementation of Special Program in the Arts of Surigao City National High School. This paper used focus group discussion which involved an up-close, in-depth, and detailed interview on the implementation of SPA involving the advisers from Grade 7 until 10 of the said program. Since this study employed qualitative interpretation, interview guide was prepared to explore its main focus. As to how data were generated, permission from the School Principal and advisers on its conduct. Content analysis was used in treating the data gathered from the stories shared by the informants. The results of the analysis of the generated data like (a) the needs of the school in the program, (b) the specific challenges encountered by the students and teachers, (c) the cited opportunities that the students can learn from the program. The challenges in the execution of the program should be addressed and full support from the DepEd is necessary. The theory of supporting the implementation of the program is needed by the school as it would allow smooth execution of the planned activities. This study offers a review of the Implementing Guidelines, more enhancement training to teachers, and ask support from the internal and external stakeholders.
Keywords: Special Program in the Arts, DepEd, Performing Arts.
Title: Painting with a Broad Brush: Needs, Challenges and Opportunities on the Implementation of Special Program in the Arts of Surigao City National High School
Author: Ronald Allan A. Arcayera
International Journal of Social Science and Humanities Research
ISSN 2348-3156 (Print), ISSN 2348-3164 (online)
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