Curricular Integration of Filipino Nationalism and Engagement of Senior High School Students

Aim: This study examined the relationship between the curricular integration of Filipino nationalism and the extent of student engagement among senior high school students in the San Fernando District, Camarines Sur.Specifically, it assessed the integration of Filipino nationalism in Understanding Culture, Society, and Politics across six dimensionslove for country, participation in development, upholding law and social justice, utilization of science and technology, respect for other cultures and oneself, and readiness to compete globally-and measured the corresponding extent of student engagement in these dimensions.Methodology: A descriptive-correlational design was employed, utilizing an adapted survey questionnaire administered to selected schools.Data were analyzed using mean, two-way Analysis of Variance (ANOVA), Pearson product-moment correlation, and Duncan's Multiple Range Test (DMRT).Results: Findings revealed a very high level of integration of Filipino nationalism and a very high level of student engagement in most participating schools, with one school rated at a high level.Significant differences were observed among schools in both integration and engagement across the six dimensions.Correlation analysis further indicated positive and significant relationships between the extent of integration and student engagement, most notably in love for country and upholding law and social justice. Conclusion:The study concludes that curricular integration of Filipino nationalism is significantly associated with student engagement, with variations observed across schools and dimensions.Strong correlations highlight the importance of embedding nationalism in the curriculum to promote active and meaningful student participation.