ISSN: 2782-893X
eISSN: 2799-0664
ISSN: 2782- 893X
This study focused on reducing the dropout rate of Leonarda D. Vera Cruz National High School in the District of Unisan, Division of Quezon. The primary aim of this venture was to reduce the current dropout rate through an intervention program called SAGIP PANGARAP. The study made use of descriptive survey method of research wherein analysis of data was employed. The researchers prepared the survey questionnaire and was utilized as a primary tool in gathering initial data about Students At-Risk of Dropping Out (SARDO). It involves a total of eighteen (18) student respondents who were chosen purposively and have been identified as at-risk of dropping out among Junior High School students. The results revealed that the school’s dropout rate reduced by 2.33% after the intervention program was implemented. The provision of financial aid to students at risk of dropping out contributed to saving students from leaving the school with an overall mean rating of 3.62 or strongly agree. While, in terms of academic performances, respondents have an overall rating of 3.42 or strongly agree, which implies that the initiated project has a huge transformation in the academic achievement of the recipients. Finally, there was a significant difference in the student’s dropout rate before and after SAGIP PANGARAP Project implementation. This proved that financial/material assistance extended to the SARDO’s was of great help to sustain the students’ needs in school.