Abstract

INTRODUCTION:The main goal of a particular school is hone the maximum the characteristics of an individual for him live effectively in an increasing and complex society. The underlying assumption is that, talent can be developed by educational means, and that the major resources of the school should be devoted in increasing the effectiveness of every individual. The school therefore has much do with human resource development.Section 2 of Republic Act No. 7722 (1994), An Act Creating the Commission on Higher Education of the requires the State to protect, foster and promote the right of all citizens affordable quality education at all levels and shall take appropriate steps ensure that education shall be accessible all.It also mandates state-supported institutions of higher learning gear their programs national, regional or local development plans, and exemplify the dignity and beauty of, as well as their pride in the intellectual and scholarly life.Meanwhile, Philippines is continuously experiencing unemployment problem. With the passing years, unemployment rate keeps on increasing. To mitigate the said problem, the country is investing time, money and effort just uplift its economy. This can be seen in one of the priorities and prospects for development of the Philippines. More jobs are generated in order prevent increased unemployment.In the Province of Biliran, Philippines, the said problem is not new. Naval State University (NSU), located in the heart of the capital town (Naval) of the province, is an institution of higher learning mandated produce a certain number of quality graduates so that a balance in the labour market can be achieved. This can be done by a careful and thorough planning for future development of a particular institution. It is along this vein that the historical background of NSU in Biliran, Philippines has be traced and prospects for educational development are be considered.OBJECTIVES OF THE STUDY:This study aimed trace the historical background of NSU in Naval, Biliran, Philippines and relate the findings thereof the prospects for development of the school.Specifically, it sought answer the following questions:1. What are the enrolment and graduation trends of NSU in the different curricular offerings?2. What is the status of NSU as perceived by the faculty and employees in terms of:2.1 School Plant ;2.2 Instructional Facilities; and3. What are the prospects for institutional development of NSU in the next ten years?FRAMEWORK OF THE STUDY:This study took hold of the following theoretical and conceptual frameworks as its solid foundation in the due course of its proceedings.THEORETICAL FRAMEWORK:This study is anchored on the development theory (Rose et al.1993) which states that networking between and among the various sectors of society is one viable mechanism for development worthy of emulation by othe r equally concerned institutions.To further strengthen development, linkages with Non-Government Organizations (NGOs) and Private Organizations (POs) are set achieve a common goal - development for all. Universities, colleges and schools should employ qualified and competent development workers, provide adequate school plant, instructional facilities and technical assistance in development endeavors and fund sourcing.The deterioration of quality education in a particular system can be attributed the grossly inadequate funding resources in both public and private schools. This connotes that multiple problems like inadequacy of textbooks, teaching materials, teaching aids and devices, poor school plant and classroom environment can cause such deterioration. Such environment is evident on the acute disrepair and maintenance of school buildings, equipment and facilities.CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK:This study generally aimed trace the historical background of NSU in Naval, Biliran, Philippines. …

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