Home⇛Journal of Interdisciplinary Perspectives⇛vol. 3 no. 7 (2025)

Behind the Byline: Shedding Light on Coaching and Mentoring Experiences of Outstanding School Paper Advisors

Vencent C. Sabio | Amira Mae C. Gumanoy

Discipline: social sciences (non-specific)

 

Abstract:

This qualitative study explored the dynamics of coaching and mentoring in journalism from the perspectives of five outstanding school paper advisers, recognized as the Country’s Most Outstanding School Paper Advisers at the Secondary Level in SOCCSKSARGEN Region XII. The research aimed to understand their lifeworld, experiences, and future perspectives in nurturing student writers. Employing a transcendental phenomenological approach, the study analyzed in-depth interviews to uncover the advisers’ holistic professional development, inclusive mentorship, and their roles' demanding yet rewarding nature. The findings highlighted three core objectives: (1) the lifeworld of advisers, emphasizing their comprehensive professional growth and mentorship practices; (2) the contexts of their lived experiences, focusing on pride in student achievements, community value, and personal growth; and (3) their future self-views, reflecting evolving careers, sustained leadership, and empowerment through writing and coaching. Despite challenges such as inadequate resources, these advisers demonstrated dedication and adaptability, finding fulfillment in transformative moments and collaborative efforts. The study recommends enhancing resource provision, professional development, policy support, and further research on technological impacts to deepen understanding of school paper advisers' complex roles in developing future journalists and writers.



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