ISSN: 2782-893X
eISSN: 2799-0664
ISSN: 2782- 893X
——— This descriptive study assessed the competence level of secondary school administrators in implementing the School-Based Management (SBM) program in Manukan, Division of Zamboanga del Norte,. Competence was evaluated based on years of service, designation, and training. Among the 190 teacher respondents, the majority were aged 31-40, predominantly female, and married. Most teachers had taken some graduate units, with only a few holding a master’s degree, and none possessing a doctoral degree. Findings revealed deficiencies in administrators’ competence in School Planning, Implementation, and Information Management, with limited teacher and stakeholder consultation in developing the School Improvement Plan. The results showed a significant difference in how teachers perceived administrators’ competence in SBM implementation, regardless of the administrators’ age. The study concluded that school management was largely female-dominated, and teachers were less inclined to pursue advanced degrees. Recommendations included encouraging teachers to achieve higher educational qualifications, enhancing stakeholder involvement in planning, and establishing strong relationships among administrators, teachers, parents, and other stakeholders. It also emphasized setting a standard timeframe for administrator tenure in a station, along with regular monitoring and evaluation to improve administrative effectiveness. Keywords — Basic Education, Cluster of Schools, Competency, Early Childhood, Quality Education, SBM, School Heads