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Enhancing Grade 7 Reading Proficiency through an English Reading Program Intervention in High School

Authors

  • Mhel Cedric D. Bendo Polytechnic University of the Philippines Author https://orcid.org/0009-0004-6873-3910
  • Dhanna Driff Angue Granby Colleges of Science and Technology Author
  • Jeraldine Buhay Cavite State University Author
  • Jeizel Anne Dimaisip Bucal National Integrated School Author
  • Tracy Lobos Polytechnic University of the Philippines Author
  • Ellie Grace Pahimnayan Cavite State University Author
  • Raj Benedict Piedad Polytechnic University of the Philippines Author
  • France Lawrence Pulgo Bucal National Integrated School Author
  • Karylle Ramos Bucal National Integrated School Author
  • Whinzel Anne Yabut Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.70148/rise.v3i3.7

Keywords:

Reading Proficiency, Reading Intervention, English Reading Program, Grade 7 Learners, Philippine Education

Abstract

This study aimed to determine the level of reading proficiency of Grade 7 students through the implementation of an English Reading Program at Public National High School, Philippines. A  quantitative  one-group pretest–posttest design was employed, involving 494 Grade 7 students across eleven sections. Data were gathered using validated standardized reading comprehension assessments administered before and after the intervention. Findings revealed that the English Reading Program was effective in improving students’ reading proficiency. Post-test results showed a notable increase in reading comprehension levels, with no students classified as non-readers after the intervention. The use of contextualized learning materials contributed to measurable improvements in students’ ability to decode, comprehend, and interpret texts. Overall, the study provides evidence-based support for the effectiveness of structured reading intervention programs in enhancing reading proficiency among junior high school learners. The findings offer practical implications for school administrators and teachers and highlight the importance of targeted reading programs in improving academic performance and promoting the overall well-being of Grade 7 students.

Author Biographies

  • Mhel Cedric D. Bendo, Polytechnic University of the Philippines

    Mhel Cedric D. Bendo is a student researcher whose work spans educational psychology, technology-mediated learning, and artificial intelligence in education. His research examines learner behavior, assessment, and educational outcomes through quantitative and psychometric approaches. His interests include educational measurement and construct evaluation, with attention to equity and multilingual learning in diverse, technology-enhanced educational contexts. He is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship at the Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP).

    As of 2026, Bendo holds a formal honorary appointment as an International Editorial Board Member for SIAR Publications (Society of Innovative Academic Researchers). He serves as an Editorial Board Member for the SIAR-Global Journal of Humanities, Management & Educational Review and as an Editorial Board Reviewer for the SIAR-Global Journal of Literatures & Educational Review. In these roles, he contributes to the peer-review process, provides advisory input on editorial policy, and supports the development of education-focused and interdisciplinary research journals.

    He also serves as an invited peer reviewer for international, peer-reviewed journals across online and distance learning, educational technology, artificial intelligence in education, educational psychology, educational measurement and psychometrics, health education, information literacy, interdisciplinary undergraduate research, and science and vocational education. His review work supports journals indexed in major scholarly databases, including Web of Science (ESCI), Scopus, ERIC, and DOAJ, and focuses on methodological rigor, theoretical grounding, ethical publication standards, and clarity of scholarly research.

  • Dhanna Driff Angue, Granby Colleges of Science and Technology

    A student researcher from the Granby Colleges of Science and Technology, who contributed to the research through data collection and academic support.

     

  • Jeraldine Buhay, Cavite State University

    A student of Cavite State University, involved in data collection, interpretation, and research participation.

     

  • Jeizel Anne Dimaisip, Bucal National Integrated School

    A student from Bucal National Integrated School, who assisted in data gathering and implementation of the research.

     

     

  • Tracy Lobos, Polytechnic University of the Philippines

    Tracy Lobos is a student from the Polytechnic University of the Philippines who assisted in data collection, manuscript editing, and contributed to the development of the research.

     

  • Ellie Grace Pahimnayan, Cavite State University

    Ellie Grace Pahimnayan is a student researcher from Cavite State University who supported methodology, resources, software handling, and assisted with reviewing and editing the manuscript.

     

  • Raj Benedict Piedad, Polytechnic University of the Philippines

    Raj Benedict Piedad is a student from the Polytechnic University of the Philippines who contributed through data collection, editing, interpretation of results, and research development.

     

  • France Lawrence Pulgo, Bucal National Integrated School

    France Lawrence Pulgo is a student from Bucal National Integrated School who assisted the study through data collection.

     

  • Karylle Ramos, Bucal National Integrated School

    Karylle Ramos is a student from Bucal National Integrated School who contributed to the study by assisting in data collection and participating in research activities.

     

  • Whinzel Anne Yabut

    Whinzel Anne Yabut is a student from Cavite State University who contributed to the research through data collection and participation in research activities.

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28-01-2026

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Vol. 3 No. 6 (2026): Online First (Early Access)

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Bendo, M. C. D., Angue, D. D. ., Buhay, J. ., Dimaisip, J. A., Lobos, T. L., Pahimnayan, E. G., Piedad, R. B. ., France Lawrence Pulgo, F. L. ., Ramos, K. ., & Yabut, W. A. . (2026). Enhancing Grade 7 Reading Proficiency through an English Reading Program Intervention in High School. Journal of Research, Innovation, and Strategies for Education (RISE), 3(6), 90-110. https://doi.org/10.70148/rise.v3i3.7