Program Evaluation and Strategic Planning for Cultivating Parent-Teacher Collaboration: Foundation for Parent Teacher Association Development Initiative

This study analyzed how well Parent-Teacher Associations (PTAs) adhere to the rules set out in DepEd Order No. 13, s. 2022, focusing on election procedures, organizational structures, membership roles, general assemblies, and financial management at a particular public elementary school. Using quantitative and qualitative methods, data were gathered through document reviews of PTA records and compliance checklists, as well as interviews with PTA officers, teachers, school heads, and parents. The findings showed that the school exhibited very high compliance in all PTA operational areas, especially in election procedures, organizational structure, and general assemblies. Evidence such as election notices, attendance records, meeting minutes, and financial statements, supported these results. However, the interviews identified challenges, including limited parental involvement due to work conflicts, inadequate training for PTA officers, and occasional communication issues among stakeholders. These issues suggest a need for capacity-building initiatives efforts, regular orientations for PTA members, and the adoption of digital communication tools to improve collaboration. The research offers new insights into the practical application of PTA standards within the Philippine context and highlights the importance of stakeholder collaboration in school-community development. It implies that schools, PTA officers, teachers, and parents should actively participate to maintain high levels of compliance, and future research could explore cross-school comparisons, digital innovations, and factors affecting PTA effectiveness.