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Navigating Implementation and Management of CPC in Buguias, Benguet, Philippines

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Bullying remains a major issue on a global scale, making it a crucial subject for empirical research and successful intervention. This qualitative phenomenological study explored the lived experiences of CPC members and sixth-grade learners in Buguias with regard to the implementation and management practices addressing bullying incidents and their effects on learners’ mental well-being. Thirty purposely selected participants provided the data, fifteen of them were CPC members and fifteen were learners of Buguias. A semi-structured interview protocol was used to obtain data, which was then analyzed using a thematic analysis approach. The study strictly adhered to all ethical guidelines prior to and during its conduct. Findings revealed that while schools in Buguias District have implemented Child Protection Committee (CPC) policies and anti-bullying management practices, challenges persist in ensuring their effectiveness. Schools have adopted preventive measures such as awareness programs and supervision, intervention strategies like reporting systems and counseling, and disciplinary actions for offenders. These efforts have contributed to fostering a safer environment, reducing anxiety, improving academic focus, and strengthening peer relationships. However, issues such as parental resistance, gaps in teacher training, and inconsistent policy enforcement hinder the full realization of these initiatives. Some students also experience lingering emotional effects, emphasizing the need for continuous support and reinforcement. To address these concerns, recommendations include strengthening teacher training, improving parent-teacher collaboration, enhancing reporting mechanisms, and sustaining awareness through student-led initiatives. This study is the first to examine the role of CPCs in safeguarding learners’ mental well-being in Buguias, offering new insights that can guide schools in further enhancing anti-bullying strategies toward a safer and more inclusive learning environment.

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Anti-Bullying Practices Child Protection Committee (CPC) Incident Management Learners

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Journal of Education, Learning, and Management

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2(2), (2025)

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81-99

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27-08-2025

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Aniban, D. C. (2025). Navigating Implementation and Management of CPC in Buguias, Benguet, Philippines. Journal of Education, Learning, and Management, 2(2), 81-99. https://doi.org/10.69739/jelm.v2i2.896

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