The Impact of Brigada Pagbasa on the Literacy Performance of Multigrade Learners

This study assessed the impact of Brigada Pagbasa on the reading performance of multigrade learners in selected schools of Pilar II District, specifically Bayawas Elementary School, Leona Elementary School, and Pudo Elementary School. The research examined the specific constraints of multigrade classes, including limited instructional time, diverse literacy levels, and inadequate educational resources. The study sought to establish if literacy interventions initiated by the community could significantly enhance the reading achievement of learners in multigrade settings.Through a qualitative study, data were collected using interviews, classroom observation, and document analysis from school heads, multigrade teachers, volunteers, and parents. The results indicated that the Brigada Pagbasa program significantly improved learners' reading fluency, comprehension, and motivation. The study also identified the critical contribution of community engagement and volunteerism in promoting literacy among pupils from rural, multigrade settings. Teachers and volunteers attested to greater collaboration, while parents exhibited greater involvement and sensitivity to the learning needs of their children. The research concludes that Brigada Pagbasa is a highly effective complementary program for enhancing literacy gains in multigrade classes. It suggests continued provision of support, trainig, and monitoring to secure the sustainability and responsiveness of the program to the varying needs of learners.