Readiness of Grade 9 and 10 Students of San Felipe Neri Catholic School in Choosing their Strand for Senior High School

Abstract

The decision-making of the grade 9 and 10 students remains unaltered without being affected by the influence of others. Using a quantitative method approach, the research revealed the top four findings of the readiness of Grade 9 and 10 students of San Felipe Neri Catholic School in choosing their strand for senior high school. They are (1) peer influence, (2) course-related, (3) personal interest, and (4) skills related to the preferred program. The results of the study show that the first findings that ranked the highest are course-related, and peer influence ranked the least. The overall readiness of the students in choosing their strand is 3.92, with a standard deviation of 0.12. The result also explained that they can make their own decisions according to their own capacities and skills. The action plan of the researchers is to introduced the targets and goals to prepare the students for decision-making about their strand. And also to have a plan to help the students make their thoughtful choices regarding their education and career path by taking into consideration their skills and interests as well as seeking possibilities that can be offered to them and recommending actions to the students to have a clear understanding, have a realistic plan, monitor their progress, and lastly, support and encourage the students.