The Role of Parental Involvement in the Social and Emotional Development (SED) of Learners with Special Needs (SNED) in Castillejos Elementary School

Jean E. Fastidio; Michael G. Albino

doi:10.11594/assrj.01.03.09

Authors

Jean E. Fastidio President Ramon Magsaysay State University, Iba, Zambales, Philippines
Michael G. Albino President Ramon Magsaysay State University, Iba, Zambales, Philippines

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.11594/assrj.01.03.09

Keywords:

Engagement, Parental Involvement, Social and Emotional, Special needs

Abstract

This research explored the connection between parental engagement and the social and emotional development (SED) of students with special needs (SNED) at Castillejos Elementary School, filling a void in local studies regarding parental impact on learners' socio-emotional growth beyond educational assistance. A descriptive-correlational research design was utilized with a structured survey questionnaire distributed to 60 parent-respondents by means of total population sampling throughout the School Year 2025–2026. Data was examined through frequency, weighted mean, standard deviation, Analysis of Variance (ANOVA), and Pearson-r correlation to assess levels, differences, and correlations between variables. Results showed that parental engagement was typically strong in areas such as home support, interaction with teachers, school involvement, and educational advice. In the same way, students showed encouraging growth in social and emotional areas, including self-awareness, self-regulation, social awareness, and relationship abilities. No substantial differences were observed when categorized based on profile variables, suggesting consistency among respondents. Nonetheless, a notable positive correlation was found between parental participation and students’ SED, affirming that greater parental involvement improves socio-emotional results. The research finds that parental engagement plays a vital role in the overall development of SNED students. Schools are advised to enhance organized parent involvement programs and offer ongoing assistance and training, while future investigators might broaden the research to wider settings and more variables.

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