Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
REGION XII
DIVISION OF GENERAL SANTOS CITY
LAGAO NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL

Focus Group Discussion

Second Quarter
SY 2023-2024

1. What strategies do you use to maintain discipline in your classroom?

Classroom discipline involves a combination of proactive practices, good
communication, consistency, and positive reinforcement. We need to establish clear
expectations. We need to define clear and consistent norms and expectations at the
start of the school year. We must ensure that students understand what actions
are appropriate and what consequences will occur from misbehaving.

2. How do you ensure that your classroom environment promotes inclusivity and
respect among students?
Promoting inclusivity and respect among students is essential for creating a
healthy learning environment in which all students feel valued and supported. It is
important that we teachers, will set clear expectations, begin the school year by
establishing standards for respectful conduct, teamwork, and inclusivity. Stress
the significance of treating people with kindness and understanding.
Implementing these ideas and building an inclusive and respectful culture
helps create a classroom environment where all students feel valued, respected,
and empowered to do well.

3. What's your approach towards setting classroom rules and expectations?

Setting classroom rules and standards is an important step in creating a
pleasant learning environment in which students feel secure, respected, and
motivated to achieve their academic goals. Such must be kept simple and clear. I
like to limit the amount of regulations while ensuring that they are concise,
straightforward, and easy to grasp. This helps to eliminate confusion and ensures
that learners understand exactly what is expected from them.
In general my approach to establishing classroom norms and standards is
student-centered, collaborative, and geared toward creating a pleasant and
inclusive learning environment in which every student may succeed.

4. How do you balance between being a friendly teacher and maintaining authority
in the classroom?
Balancing between being an engaging teacher and keeping authority in the
classroom proves essential for creating a positive learning atmosphere in which
learners feel comfortable, respected, and eager to study. It is important that we
must set clear standard at the beginning of school, establish straightforward and
consistent requirements for conduct, participation, and performance in school.
Communicate these standards to students in a courteous and strong manner, and
make sure they understand the repercussions for failing to achieve them. Further,
we must be consistent in our application of classroom rules and consequences. We
should treat all learners with honestly and impartially, and avoid picking favorites
or giving special treatment. Also, using of positive reinforcement. It is important to
praise, encourage, and give rewards in which, can help to reinforce positive
behavior. Recognize and congratulate learners' accomplishments, efforts, and

District: GSC South District

Address: Aparente Street, Purok Malakas, San Isidro, General Santos City
Telephone No: (083) 877-1911
Email: lagaonationalhighschool@gmail.com
 Republic of the Philippines
Department of Education
REGION XII
DIVISION OF GENERAL SANTOS CITY
LAGAO NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
progress, and use positive reinforcement to encourage them to continue proper
behavior.
Implementing these strategies allows me to establish a classroom
environment in where learners feel appreciated, encouraged, and eager to learn
while preserving the authority required for effective teaching and learning.

5. What is your philosophy on classroom management and student discipline?

My philosophy on classroom management and student discipline is based on
building a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment in which all
learners feel valued, respected, and empowered to succeed.
First and foremost, I believe in setting clear, consistent, and equitable
standards for behavior, participation, and academic achievement. These
expectations are given to students at the beginning of the school year and reviewed
on a regular basis to maintain clarity and comprehension. Second, I think that
positive conduct should be recognized and reinforced with praise, encouragement,
and prizes. Celebrating children' accomplishments, efforts, and improvements
fosters a sense of pride and inspiration while also encouraging continuous positive
conduct. Furthermore, consistency and fairness are critical components of effective
classroom management and student discipline. I attempt to implement rules and
penalties consistently to all pupils, with no prejudice or bias. This fosters a sense of
equity and trust among kids, contributing to a pleasant classroom atmosphere.
Overall, my philosophy on classroom management and student discipline
focuses on building good connections, setting clear standards, implementing
proactive techniques, and implementing peaceful resolutions to create a safe,
inclusive, and engaging learning environment in which everyone in the class may
succeed.

Prepared by

MONA LIZA M. AGUILON, T-1

Ratee

Checked by:

JOHN MARK M. JAVIER, MT-I

Rater

District: GSC South District

Address: Aparente Street, Purok Malakas, San Isidro, General Santos City
Telephone No: (083) 877-1911
Email: lagaonationalhighschool@gmail.com