School Profile

• School Name: Federico A. Estipona Memorial High School (FAEMHS)

• Address/Location: Federico A. Estipona Memorial High School, Mandaon, Philippines

• Email: shsmandaon@gmail.com

Academic Support System

The school provides students with a computer laboratory that supports their learning. In addition, students are also encouraged to access online learning platforms such as Khan Academy, which helps them strengthen their understanding of the lessons.

Teaching System

The teaching system in this school is organized and student-centered. Teachers begin their lessons with an introduction or motivation, followed by delivering the material, group activities, and finally a closing or reflection session. This system makes the class more interactive and engaging.

During my observation, I found that the teachers in FAEMHS apply various strategies to enhance student learning.

Teaching Methods

They start with an introduction to connect with prior knowledge, deliver the main topic, encourage students to participate in group activities, and conclude the lesson with reflection.

Learning Materials and Innovation

 Teachers use textbooks, worksheets, and visual aids, as well as digital resources like Khan Academy.

Sources of Learning and Technology

The school supports blended learning by using the computer laboratory and online platforms.

Authentic Assessment

Students are often given exercises, group discussions, and performance tasks that reflect real-life applications of the lesson.

My teaching subject was Mathematics, which was closely related to my major. I prepared a lesson plan that included objectives, materials, teaching strategies, and assessments. The plan was designed to follow the school curriculum and ensure that the lesson objectives could be achieved within the allocated time.

During my teaching practice, I experienced both challenges and rewarding moments.

Procedures of Teaching

I followed the structure of introduction, lesson delivery, group activities, and closing.

Time Management and Organizing Activities

Although it was quite challenging, I managed to organize the activities and complete the lesson on time. The students were very cooperative, which made the process smoother.

Classroom Management

I was able to maintain order and ensure that students were engaged in the lesson.

Problem-Solving

The main challenge I faced was the language barrier since I had to adjust my English communication. Another challenge was the limited facilities in the school. Additionally, teaching during the fasting month required extra effort to manage energy levels.