Waves of Security: RFID-Enabled System and Attendance Monitoring of Students

A radio frequency identification (RFID) ID system is a method of identifying people using radio waves. It detects and records individuals through tags embedded in their ID cards. An automated attendance system is a digital tool that tracks and manages student attendance without needing manual input. This greatly improves accuracy, reliability, and overall efficiency while lowering human errors and administrative burdens. This study used a quasi-experimental quantitative design to assess the effectiveness of the RFID-enabled attendance system with SMS notification features for monitoring student attendance at Maguikay National High School in Mandaue City. The researchers conducted descriptive statistical analysis to evaluate the system’s performance, reliability, and efficiency during the trials throughout the study. The results showed that the RFID system consistently recorded attendance accurately and reliably across all trials. It demonstrated its ability to efficiently monitor attendance. However, the performance of the SMS notification feature varied based on network conditions, signal strength, and system load during different testing periods. The system aimed to provide a quicker, more organized, and user-friendly way to track student entry and exit at school, all while keeping precise attendance records. The SMS notification feature was designed to improve communication between the school and parents or guardians by sending timely alerts about student attendance status. This promotes transparency and parental involvement. Overall, the findings confirm that the RFID-enabled attendance system is a reliable, efficient, and effective tool for enhancing attendance monitoring. It supports administrative processes and may benefit various educational institutions looking to implement technology-based solutions for managing students.