Abstract

This study examines the awareness and implementation of the gender-responsive basic education policy (GRBEP) in public secondary schools in Cabuyao City, Philippines. Additionally, this research aims to identify areas for improvement in GRBEP implementation and practice within public secondary schools in Cabuyao City, ultimately contributing to the development of a roadmap for optimization of improvement plan. Utilizing a quantitative, descriptive, and correlational research design, we assessed GRBEP integration through a two-part questionnaire administered to 380 students and 280 employees (teaching and non-teaching staff).

The questionnaire evaluated their awareness and implementation of GRBEP principles across six key areas: learner development, curriculum standards, learning delivery, learning environment, learning resources, and assessment. Statistical analysis, including mean, standard deviation, Mann Whitney U test for significant differences, and Spearman Rho for correlation, was conducted. The findings reveal a significant relationship between the level of awareness and the level of GRBEP implementation among students and employees. Thus, when students and employees were more aware on GRBEP, the policy is well implemented.