ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP AND COMMUNICATION SKILLS ON THE LEARNERS' ACHIEVEMENT

This study assessed the level of organizational leadership and communication skills on the learners’ achievement, the academic performance of the learners during the School Year 2022-2023, the significant relationship between the variables, and the challenges encountered by learners and teachers. Employing a quantitative method using descriptive-correlational research design with the adopted instrument from National Education Association Teacher Leadership Institute (2022), data was gathered from 243 learners and 71 teachers in public secondary schools in San Vicente, Camarines Norte. To analyze the data, weighted mean and Pearson r Correlation Coefficient were used. Findings revealed that teachers and school heads exhibit strong leadership and communication skills. It also revealed improved academic performance of the learners during the school year 2022-2023. Moreover, the challenge encountered the need for additional training or resources. Furthermore, there is no significant relationship between the leadership skills and learners’ academic performance. Findings revealed no significant relationship between the communication skills and learners’ academic performance. With these results, this study recommended a three-day training workshop in respond to the challenges encountered by the teachers for the need of training workshop to enhance their skills. It is hereby recommended that teacher training programs may incorporate leadership skills development to prepare educators for leadership roles and equip them with the necessary skills to address complex challenges effectively.