ABSTRACT
This study aimed to identify the perception of teachers on the implementation of WASH in Schools (WinS) Program as correlates to the school health protocols. This utilized the descriptive-correlational method of research. One hundred thirty-eight (138) teachers were selected as respondents in this study. Questionnaire was used as the main data gathering instrument. The data were analyzed using weighted mean, standard deviation, and Pearson r.
The study yielded the results: The respondents strongly agreed that in terms of water component, WinS program guaranteed the provision of safe drinking water for hydration of learners. In terms of sanitation component, they strongly agreed that the program ensured that there were enough functional toilets for learners. When it comes to hygiene, they strongly agreed that WinS program taught proper handwashing and toothbrushing while in the deworming component, they also strongly agreed that the program promoted the importance of deworming on children and the community. In terms of health education component, respondents strongly agreed that WinS provided activities advocating the program. The study also revealed that as a health protocol, the prohibition of cigarette smoking and alcoholic beverages in schools had a very high implementation. Furthermore, it was discovered that there was a significant relationship on the perception of respondents on the implementation of WinS program and school health protocols. With the gathered results, a health manual was designed to serve as guide on the implementation of the program and health protocols.
Keywords: Health Protocols, WASH in Schools