Guiding Students' Educational Journey : Through the Lens of Manobo Parents

Educational Management

The primary purpose of this study was to reveal the success stories of guiding students educational journey through the lens of manobo parents in Sto. Niňo, Loreto Agusan del Sur, Philippines, focusing on their experiences, challenges, coping mechanisms, and insights. Employing qualitative phenomenological approach among five manobo parents, in-depth interviews were conducted by the researcher and the data were examined through thematic analysis. The findings revealed the success stories of these manobo parents in guiding their students educational journey the unique challenges they face, such as limited formal education, socio-economic constraints, and inadequate resources, which contribute to feelings of inadequacy. Despite these obstacles, the study uncovers the parents' resilience and adaptive strategies in supporting their children's educational journeys. The findings also revealed the key insights suggest the necessity for culturally sensitive educational programs, enhanced access to resources, and greater community involvement to improve educational outcomes. The findings emphasize integrating indigenous knowledge into the curriculum and boosting digital literacy to better support indigenous families. Thus, this paper concluded with the recommendation for educators, policymakers, and community leaders to develop inclusive and effective educational strategies that honor and empower indigenous communities.

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