Parental Support Management Initiatives and Teachers’ Implementation of Deped Order 83 (Prohibiting the Use of Cellular Phones)

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the impact of parental support, management initiatives, and teachers’ implementation of DepEd Order 83, which prohibits the use of cellular phones during class hours. The study aims to understand how these factors contribute to the effective enforcement of the policy and its implications for classroom discipline and student behavior. In the context of growing concerns about the negative effects of mobile phone use in schools, this research is important for identifying the role that parental involvement and school management play in ensuring policy compliance. This research seeks to contribute to improving educational environments by minimizing distractions caused by mobile phones. The study employed a descriptive-correlational research design, surveying 350 teachers from the Schools Division of Capiz. A researcher-made questionnaire was used to gather data on parental support, management initiatives, and the extent of teachers’ implementation of DepEd Order 83. Statistical methods, including frequency counts, ANOVA, T-tests, and Pearson’s r, were used to analyze the data. The results revealed that both parental support and school management initiatives are generally strong, and teachers’ compliance with the policy is high. However, no significant differences were observed across demographic groups such as age, length of service, and educational attainment. These findings indicate a need for continuous reinforcement of the policy through improved strategies and better resource allocation. The study concludes that strengthening the collaboration between parents, school management, and teachers is essential for enhancing the policy’s effectiveness. Recommendations include providing ongoing training for teachers on classroom management and encouraging creative strategies for enforcing mobile phone restrictions. Keywords: Parental support, management initiatives, teacher implementation, DepEd Order 83, cellular phones, classroom management