This study focused on the assessment on Blue Rizal Gazette, the official
e-newsletter of Schools Division Office of Rizal. Sixty-five (65) readerrespondents from the thirteen (13) Sub-offices were asked to evaluate the
e-newsletter. More so, ten (10) BRG writers were asked about the
limitations they have encountered in accomplishing the monthly issue
and how they dealt with the identified gaps. They were chosen using
purposive random sampling considering the availability of their internet
connection and their willingness to participate in the study.
Based on the results, the reader-respondents evaluated the Blue Rizal
Gazette as Very Satisfactory with respect to its content, format,
presentation and organization, and accuracy and up-to-datedness of
information. In addition, the reader-respondents suggested that BRG
should reach the far-flung areas through giving them printed copies so
that they would also be educated regarding the important happenings in
the educational community in Rizal. On the other hand, the writerrespondents identified three common limitations which included: 1)
overlapping schedules; 2) challenging gathering of necessary data; and
3) limited motivation. Furthermore, based on their challenges, they have
suggested to: 1) limit BRG Team’s duties and responsibilities; 2)
provide memorandum with regard to data gathering; 3) recognize the
writers as form of motivation.
The findings of the study may contribute to an increased understanding
of the BRG editorial board and the top management in maximizing
fullest potential in strengthening the publication of Blue Rizal Gazette.
Thus, the study serves as the basis for further improvement of the
process of the BRG.