PROGRAM FLOW FOR GRADUATION CEREMONIES

(Grades 6 and Grade 12)

Parts of the Ceremonies:

I. Singing of the Philippine National Anthem

 May be sung by the participants and the audience either in acapella or with accompaniment.
 The Philippine Flag shall be properly situated at the right side of the stage facing the audience.
This part shall be sung with full honor and respect.

II. Opening Prayer/Doxology

III. Regional Hymn and other songs/hymns in local ceremonies

IV. Opening Message – by the School Head

(This part shall focus on the significance of the ceremony, the school’s performance and achievements in
the last 5 years and the role of the community in promoting quality basic education as an impact of
partnership and shared governance. This shall be done in not more than 7 minutes.)

V. Welcome Address (Salutatory Address) – by a graduating student with Honors selected by the school
committee in-charge of the ceremony (with second highest grade)

(This part may be delivered either in English or Filipino and may focus on how the graduate feels on
his/her graduation, welcoming the presence of his/her loved ones, sponsors of the school and the
community as witnesses to the graduation. This shall highlight the value of love and compassion in living
together as one family. This part shall not exceed 7 minutes.)

VI. Reading of the Message of the Secretary – by the highest DepEd official present in the ceremony

VII. Presentation of the Candidates for Graduation by the School Head/Academic Coordinator

VII. Confirmation of the Candidates for Graduation (DepED Secretary to be represented by highest
DepED Official present)

IX. Awarding of Diploma (highest DepED Official present)

X. Awarding of Medals for Academic Excellence (highest DepED Official present & School Head)

This part shall include important literature of every award including the criteria in selecting recipients of
the awards. The literature shall include relevance of performance to academic achievements.)

XI. Thanksgiving Message (Valedictory Address) – by another graduate chosen by the committee
(graduating student with highest grade)

(This part may give premium to success, celebrating collaborative efforts of the family and the
community in keeping the children in school, in helping them gain experiences that will guide and help
them when they continue towards the attainment of their aspirations.)
XII. Keynote Message by an invited alumnus/alumna who can provide inspiration to the graduates with
his/her success and/or achievements in life after his stint with the school.

XIII. Pledge of Loyalty (Panunumpa ng Katapatan) by the student with the third highest grade

XIV. Graduation Song

(This part shall deliver success through a musical celebration reflecting the inspiration and aspirations of
the class. The song shall be of their choice and shall be properly sung to reflect the quality of music
education and experiences of the learners).

XV. Closing Message

The School Head meaningfully wrapping up the ceremony, may announce upcoming school-related
activities and inspire parents to continuously support the education of the children.

Graduation Ceremony ends.