Factors Enhancing Positive Performance of Students from Single Parent at Alfagems Secondary School

Abstract

The purpose of the study was to investigate the factors enhancing positive performance of students from single parent families in secondary schools specifically Alfagems secondary school, the case study in Morogoro Municipality. The study employed both quantitative and qualitative research approach. Both purposive and random sampling techniques were used. Primary data were collected from 50 respondents who were randomly selected through interview and questionnaires. The study result revealed that positive attitude of the students towards academic matters, positive social circle, self-motivating and encouraging, counseling and guidance services as well as setting high expectations and desires in life were found to be the influencing factors enhancing good performance of students from single parents. Basing on the study findings, the researchers recommend that parents should be responsible to their children in order to ensure the good welfare of their children. Schools at all levels should have strong guidance and counseling unit to help the students in need of special attention.