ABSTRACT
This study explores the impact of smartphone usage on the academic performance of
senior high school students at Dansalan College Foundation, Inc. It aims to determine how
mobile phone habits influence study routines, concentration, and learning effectiveness.
Additionally, it examines the role of self-regulation strategies and school policies in shaping
responsible smartphone use for academic success. Using a qualitative case study approach, data
were collected through survey questionnaires and classroom observations, then analyzed using
thematic and content analysis. The findings reveal that excessive smartphone use contributes to
procrastination, decreased focus, and impaired study habits. However, responsible usage such as
limiting distractions through self-regulation techniques allows students to maximize the
educational benefits of smartphones, including access to study resources and productivity tools.
The findings further highlight that effective smartphone use is not solely dependent on device
accessibility but also on students’ time management skills and self-discipline. The study
recommends implementing school-based programs that promote awareness of responsible
smartphone usage while integrating strategies to improve academic performance and focus
among students.