Demonstrating the Utilization of Readsmart to Enhance Reading Proficiency among Grade 2 Learners

This study assessed the utilization of READSMART in reading strategies by teachers and the reading proficiency level of Grade 2 learners at Estaca Integrated School for the School Year 2025–2026. Specifically, it examined the teachers' demographic and professional profiles, their application of reading strategies namely rehearsal, elaboration, organization, monitoring, linguistic, and semantic and the learners' proficiency in essential reading competencies. The study employed a descriptive–correlational research design using an adapted and modified questionnaire as the main data gathering instrument. Findings revealed that most of the participating teachers were females aged 41–50, married, with Certificates of Academic Requirements, 6–10 years of teaching experience, and had attended division level trainings and seminars. The majority of learners were 7 years old and male. Teachers consistently utilized rehearsal, elaboration, and monitoring strategies, while organization, linguistic, and semantic strategies were applied often but less consistently. Results also indicated that Grade 2 learners were generally at the transitioning level of reading proficiency, demonstrating emerging skills in word recognition, comprehension, and fluency. Furthermore, a significant correlation was found between the teachers' utilization of READSMART reading strategies and the learners' reading proficiency. Challenges identified included limited reading materials, large class sizes, insufficient training in differentiated instruction, time constraints, language barriers, lack of assessment tools, limited access to technology, and inadequate administrative support. Based on the findings, the study concluded that the effective use of READSMART strategies significantly influences learners' reading proficiency. It is therefore recommended that learner centered reading activities be consistently integrated into instruction to enhance the development of Grade 2 learners at Estaca Integrated School. Elizabeth E. Baguio | Rufino T. Tudlasan Jr "Demonstrating the Utilization of Readsmart to Enhance Reading Proficiency among Grade 2 Learners" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-10 | Issue-1 , February 2026, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd100113.pdf Paper URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/other-scientific-research-area/other/100113/demonstrating-the-utilization-of-readsmart-to-enhance-reading-proficiency-among-grade-2-learners/elizabeth-e-baguio