Opening Section
Head Interviewer:
Good day, Ma’am. On behalf of our research group from the Graduate Studies
Department of Iligan Medical Center College, I would like to extend our sincere gratitude
for granting us this opportunity to interview you.
This interview is conducted as part of our course requirement in Public Personnel
Management, and it aims to gather your insights as a school principal on how personnel
management, leadership, and collaboration practices contribute to effective teacher-
parent partnerships in supporting learners with emerging learning needs.
Before we begin, may we ask for your permission to record this interview for
documentation purposes?
(Wait for response.)
Thank you very much, Ma’am. Let’s now proceed with our discussion.
🟢 Interview Proper
Head Interviewer:
To start off, may we request you to briefly introduce yourself—your full name, your
position, and how long you have been serving as the school principal?
(Wait for response.)
Thank you, Ma’am. Now, we’ll proceed with the main questions.
Part 1: School Leadership and Personnel Management
Head Interviewer:
Our first set of questions will focus on your leadership and management functions as
the school head.
MAM VALENCIA
[Link] do you describe your leadership approach in managing both teaching and non-
teaching personnel?
[Link] does your leadership encourage teachers to work harmoniously with parents,
especially in addressing the learning needs of young learners?
3. What steps do you take to maintain a positive work environment?
Part 2: Teacher-Parent Collaboration and Challenges
Head Interviewer:
Thank you, Ma’am. That was very insightful. Now, let’s move on to teacher-parent
collaboration and the challenges that come with it.
MAM DARIMBANG
[Link] does your school promote active communication and partnership between
teachers and parents?
[Link] cases of conflict or misunderstanding between teachers and parents, how does the
school administration manage and resolve such issues?
Part 3: Capacity Building and Support Systems
Head Interviewer:
That was very informative, Ma’am. Next, we’ll discuss capacity-building programs and
institutional support systems.
MAM JAYMA
[Link] professional development or training programs are provided to help teachers
improve their collaboration and communication skills with parents?
[Link] does the school ensure that both teachers and parents are equipped with the
knowledge and understanding needed to support learners with special or emerging
learning needs?
8. How do you evaluate the effectiveness of the capacity-building programs
implemented in your school?
Part 4: Vision, Best Practices, and Recommendations
Head Interviewer:
Finally, Ma’am, we’d like to ask about your vision and best practices as a school leader.
MAM UNDA
[Link] do you believe are the key elements of a successful teacher-parent partnership?
[Link] advice can you give to future school leaders, educators, and HR practitioners
in promoting effective personnel management and school-home collaboration?
🟢 Closing Section
Head Interviewer:
Thank you very much, Ma’am, for your valuable time and thoughtful insights. Your
responses will greatly contribute to our understanding of how personnel management
and leadership play a crucial role in strengthening teacher-parent collaboration and
improving educational outcomes.
Before we officially conclude, may we ask if you have any final message or advice you’d
like to share with graduate students like us who are studying public personnel
management?
(Wait for response.)
Once again, we sincerely thank you for your time, cooperation, and generosity in
sharing your experiences to us. This concludes our interview. Have a wonderful day,
Ma’am.