John Michael Sasan

The MATATAG Curriculum signifies a pivotal shift in the Philippine education system, prioritizing foundational skills, integrating 21st-century competencies, and promoting values education. This study conducts a comprehensive document analysis to examine the curriculum's impact on stakeholders, revealing positive reception and adaptation among educators, students, and parents. Through meticulous examination of official documents, policy papers, and curriculum guidelines, the study elucidates reductions in academic pressure and enhancements in teacher workload, fostering a conducive learning environment. Additionally, the analysis underscores the curriculum's emphasis on holistic development, nurturing responsible, compassionate individuals. Stakeholder engagement emerges as a critical component for ensuring the ongoing relevance and efficacy of the MATATAG Curriculum. As a beacon of educational progress, the MATATAG Curriculum steers the nation towards excellence in education and societal well-being.

The Matatag Curriculum represents a transformative approach to education in the Philippines, aiming to empower learners and enhance their competitiveness on the global stage. This research investigates the perceptions of educators, stakeholders, policymakers, and students regarding the implementation of the Matatag Curriculum. Findings reveal a consensus on the curriculum's potential to foster critical thinking, creativity, and holistic development among students, while also highlighting challenges such as resistance to change and resource constraints. Recommendations for improvement include additional training for educators, development of comprehensive support materials, and mechanisms for ongoing monitoring and evaluation. By addressing these challenges and implementing these recommendations, policymakers can enhance the effectiveness and impact of the Matatag Curriculum, paving the way for a more equitable, inclusive, and responsive education system in the Philippines.

This study examines the effect of the global crisis towards the mental stability of senior high school students in PAU Excellencia Global Academy Foundation Inc. Questions were given to test their experience through Google forms platform which they have to choose an option from the Likert scale correspondingly. With the weighted mean of 2.922 from all the results, it is clearly obvious that the senior high school students are greatly affected from the pandemic (75.95%) and few shows symptoms otherwise (24.05%). Thus, the COVID-19 pandemic influenced the mental health of the learners.