Lesson The 1987 Constitution ARTICLE xIV — Education, Science and Technology, Arts, : Culture and Sports 2 ad The State shall protect and promote the right of all citizens to quality education at all levels and shal take appropriate steps fo ‘make such education accessible fo al. mote the right of all citizens , Education ict and pron ea iate steps to make such education Section 1. The State quality education at all levels and shall take appropr accessible to all. Section 2, The State shall: (1) Establish, maintain and support 8 coal adequate, and ine ‘ is of the people ciety; foster of education relevant t0 the need (2) Establish and maintain a system of fee public education in the elementary st high schoo! levels. Without limiting the tural right of parents to rear and dren, elementary education is compulsory for all children of school age; @) Establish an programs, sub: deserving students in both underprivileged; f scholarship grants, student loan tives which shall be available to private schools, especially to the .d maintain a system 0} sidies, and other incen public and (4) Encourage non-formal, infortnal and indigenous learning systems, as well ee celfleaming, independent, and out-of-school study Programs particularly those that respond to community needs; and (6) Provide adult citizens, the disabled, and ‘out-of-school youth with training in civics, vocational efficiency, and other skills. Section 3. (1) All educational institutions shall include the study of the Constitution as part of the curricula. (2) They shall inculcate patriotism and nationalism, foster love of humanity, respect for human rights, appreciation of the role of national heroes in the historical development of the country, teach the rights and duties of citizenship, strengthen ‘ethical and spiritual values, develop moral character and personal discipline, encourage ‘critical and creative thinking, broaden scientific and technological Knowledge, and vocational efficiency. 3) At the option expressed in writing by the parents or guardians, reliio® shall be allowed to be taught to their children onwards in public elementary i Schools within the regular class hours by instructors designed or approved by the religious authorities of the religion to which the children or wards belong, without additional cost to the Government. Section 4. (1) The State recognizes the complementary roles of public and private institutions in the educational syste find regulation of all educational presale ea vem — is wae al aoa than those established by religious groups and asta y by citizens of the Philippines or corporations ‘or associations at least sixty per ve Enibippene®, ch ees sey per centum of the capital of which is ‘owned by nile inice, cquity part The cont inistrati © 7 an ce of educational institutions shall be vested No educational institution shall be established exclusively for aliens and n° 192 nlaa ae up of aliens shall comprise more i than on The provisions of this subsection shai} more tht Of the enrollment jplomatic personnel Not apply to scl nent in any school. diplomatic er and their dependents an Hae ‘0 schools established for foreign other foreign temporary residents, * unless otherwise provided by lav, for @ ai Tevemues ad assets of non sock A actually, directly, and exclusively for eden 3 es. Upon the dissolution or cessation io! Purposes shall be i sation of t exempt for taxes and their oes ae in the iho al hie of such institutions, ‘onal institutions, i ‘lala ixewise be entitled t 8s, including those ¢ mews oe pie exemptions subject to the Ttktlons pro fal ee . o Subject to condi nt 2M Provisions for reinvestment? nditions prescribed b : f it r YY law, all grants, end lor 1s, f scombibutions used actualy, directly, and exclusively for cde ny conatlons, be exempt from tax. ly for educational purposes shall Section 5. (1) The State shal 193 Profit educational institutions used Se "age local planning in the development of educational | J”e Sl shal @) Academic freedom shall be enjoyed in all institutions of higher learning. soe (3) Every citizen has a right to select a —— : ‘: profession or of study, subj | fait, easonable, and equitable admission and academic requirement. ( The State shall enhance the right of teachers to professional advancement, | Nesting academic and non-academical personnel shall enjoy the protection of the (5) The State shall assign the highest budgetary priority to education and ensure | The State shail “that teaching will attract and retain its rightful share of the best available talents | &s%@blsh, maintain | through adequate remuneration and other means of job satisfaction and fulfillment. ‘and support q @ complete, | Language adequate, and ; Section 6. The national language of the Philippines is Filipino. As it evolves, it | integrated system £ ‘shall be further developed and enriched on the basis of existing Philippines and other of education | languages. relevant to the Subject to provisions of law and as the Congress may deem appropriate, the | needs of hte ) Government shall take steps to initiate and sustain the use of Filipino as a medium of | people and | official communication and as language of instructions in the educational system. society. I Section 7. For purposes of communication and instruction, the official languages 4 of the Philippines are Filipino and, until otherwise provided by law, English. A The regional languages are the auxiliary official languages in the regions and shall serve as auxiliary media of instruction therein. - : Spanish and pis shall be promoted on a voluntary and optional basis. Section 8. This Constitution shall be promulgated is Fie od English and sn jor regional languages, Arabic, and Spanish. si umn int jor Hl Ag min yd Ch repmmctticen be various regions wad disciplines which tall undertake, coordinate, ad fetmiorej noone for the development, propagation, and preservation of Filipino \ ‘| ‘and other languages, t Science and Technology tial for national develo pment i \d Technology are essentt aaa Gi Section Jo, Science an give priority 10 research and develope, i ent Pee ie eeron: end Yo.polenceiend OBDOLOEY #ivexton eS TES. Amovaton, and ther ulizaton: 9 appropriate and selfeliant,scentile and snes It ay Hiner their application to the country’s productive systems an imological capabilities, ; .| "ational life, may provide for incentives, including tax cae ss entific research. “Fe egSttion The = Coa ney grams of busi and applied ci encourage privScience and Technology are essential for national development and Scholarships, grants-in-aid, or other forms of incentives shall be provided to deservin science students, researchers, scientists, inventors, technologists, and specially gies citizens. Section 12. The State shall regulate the transfer and promote the adaptation of technology from all sources for the national benefit. It shall encourage the wides, participation of private groups, local governments, and community-based organization, in the generalization and utilization of Science and Technology. Section 13. The State shall protect and secure the exclusive rights of Scientists, inventors, artists, and other gifted citizens to their intellectual property and creations particularly when beneficial to the people, for such period as may be provided by law. Arts and Culture Section 14. The State shall foster the preservation, enrichment, and dynamic evolution of the Filipino national culture based on the principle of unity in diversity in a climate of free artistic and intellectual expression. Section 15. Arts and letters shall enjoy the patronage of the State. The State shall conserve, promote and popularize the nation’s historical and cultural heritage and Tesources, as well as artistic creations. Section 16. All the country’s artistic and historic wealth constitutes the cultural treasure of the nation and shall be under the protection of the State which may regulate its disposition. Section 17. The State shall recognize, respect, and protect the rights of indig- enous cultural communities to preserve and develop their cultures, traditions, and institutions. It shall consider these rights in the formulation of national plans and poli- cies. Section 18. (/) The State shall ensure equal access to cultural opportunities through the educational system, public or private cultural for entities, scholarships, grants and other incentives, and community cultural centers, and other public venues. (2) The State shall encourage and support researches and studies on the Arts and Culture. Sports 7 Section 19. (J) The State shall promote physical education and encourage sports programs, league competitions, and amateur sports, including training for international competitions, to foster self-discipline, teamwork, and excellence for the development of a healthy and alert citizenry. (2) All educational institutions shall undertake regular sports activities throughout the country in cooperation with athletic clubs and other sectors.Lesson education is an essential factor in the economic growth of the nation as a productive investment of vital importance. REPUBLIC ACT NO. 4670 The Magna Carta for Public School Teachers Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress Assembled: I. DECLARATION OF POLICY - COVERAGE Section 1. Declaration of Policy. - It is hereby declared to be the policy of this Act to promote and improve the social and economic status of public school teachers, their living and working conditions, their employment and career prospects in order that they may compare favorably with existing opportunities in other walks of life, attract and retain in the teaching profession more people with the proper qualification, it being recognized that advance in education depends on the qualification and ability of the teaching staff and that education is an essential factor in the economic growth of the nation as a productive investment of vital importance. Section 2. Title - Definition. — This Act shall be known as the “Magna Carta for Public School Teachers” and shall apply to all public school teachers except those in the professorial staff of state colleges and universities. As used in this Act, the term “teacher” shall mean all persons engaged in classroom teaching, in any level, of instruction, on full-time basis, including guidance counsellors, school librarians, industrial arts or vocational instructors, and all other Persons performing supervisory and/or administrative functions in all schools, colleges and universities operated by the Government or its political subdivisions; but shall not include school nurses, school physicians, school dentists, and other school employees. I. RECRUITMENT AND CAREER Section 3. Recruitment and Qualification. — Recruitment policy with respect to the selection and appointment of teachers shall be clearly defined by the Department of Education: Provided, however, That effective upon the approval of this Act, the following shall constitute the minimum educational qualifications for teacher applicants: (a) For teachers in the kindergarten and eler in Elementary Education (B.$.E.ED,) (b) For teachers of the secondary schools, its equivalent with a major and a minor; or a Bachelor’s degree in Arts or Science with at least eighteen professional units in Education. (©) For teachers of secondary vocational and two years technical courses, Bachelor's degree in the field or Specialization with at least eighteen professional units in education, (For teachers of courses on master’s degree with a speci mentary grades, Bachelor's degree Bachelor’s degree in Education or the collegiate level, other than vocational ific area of specialization: sacar father. That in the absence of applicants who possess the minimum educational qualifications as herein above provic, intendent may appoint, under a temporary status, applicants spy oe Schoo! superinten: ‘ applicants wh ae qualifications: Provided, furthen That oko, 's who do not meet the miniam4 eS I be patio i eo™Section 4. Probationary Perigg ished with his score . ! i rank in said «4 Precedin, any sel 0 ceding regula ho 10 Fs the appropriate ues Sige of Ge eerie eligi cn shall be imposed if th es the minimum educatigny 6 S°¢€8ary Provided, however That bd poss jate civil service eligibitty walifiations ond a 8 teacher a ae hal undergo a py PION sha bes JOM Bt aka the ihe date of his provisional appoini pointed on a provisional N f0F not less 11 be assured the teachers as proviged oie sat sf Fr years of continuous, efficient and faithful I service ‘ Section 6. Consent for Transfer ~ Trangron get Postion cause and as herein otherwise provided, no teacher sha ye eee exeePt for | Steen fom one station to another. teacher shall be Ceneteved wits hs Where the exigencies of the Shall previously notify the teacher concemed of th Ey tho school Fipsiatendent who Sector. If the teacher believes there is no jusifeat haepoefaed ope po ee firrase to the Director of Public Schools or the Dire bie aaree h We ese my, bac Pending bis appeal ani ths dcison th of Vocational Education, as ted in abeyance: Provided, however, That no transfer {ben his transfer shall be rponths before any local or national election. ave sel fe made Necessary transfer expenses of the teacher the Government if his transfer is finally ee ——— Section 7. Code of Professional Conduct for Teachers. — Within six months ffom the approval of this Act, the secretary of Education shall formulate and prepare ‘a.code of Professional Conduct for Public School Teachers. A copy of the Code shall be fumished each teacher. Provided, however, That where this is not possible by reason of inadequate fiscal resources of the Department of Education, at least three ‘copies of the same Code shall be deposited with the office of the school principal or head teacher where they may be accessible for use by the teachers. Section 8. Safeguards in Disciplinary Procedure. ~ Every teacher shall enjoy equitable safeguards at cach stage of any disciplinary procedure and shall have: a) The right to be informed, in writing of the charges; b) The right to full access to the evidence in the CASE: : The ret to defend himself and to be defended bY 6 eEracat of his choice and/or by hi: orgaization aoe time being given to the varation of his defense; an i; ore ee et to clearly designated authorities. No. publicity shall te given to any disciplinary action being Jaen totes Oe the pendency of his case- Section 9, Administrative Charges: — Admini istrative charges against a teacher ding School Be omposed of the correspon tale ee iy a cme 4 e yelongs, : en have the rank of a division suerin, ne ci ot she iv | or, in its at a é . sent aganzton oe revisor of the Division, the ta oo is i aes en by the Diretor of P sie Schools. the comimittes shall subent (i aS 8 rector of Pul 197 Stabilty of employment and securty of tenure shal be assured the teachers as provided under existing laws.Teachers shall enjoy ‘academic freedom in the discharge of their professional ches, particularly with regard fo teaching and in thirty (30) days from the re the school superintenden, the committee shall be ots withi “That wher re members of t 1e Director of Public Sch¢ Provided, however, terested party, all thé of Education, Ore shal be no disrination whatseve, it exercise, or i the termination of ial consideration recommendations 10 th termination of the hearings: is the complainant or an int appointed by the Secretary Section 10. No Discrimination. in entrance to the teaching professi wrivioes, based on any ground other than profession Section LI. Married Teachers. — ‘Whenever possible, the proper authorities shal) take all steps to enable married couples, Mrih of whom are public schoo! teachers to be employed in the seme locality. Section 12. ‘Academic ‘Freedom. ~ Teachers shall en the discharge of their professioval duties, particularly will classroom methods. snjoy academic freedom in fh regard to teaching and II, HOURS OF WORK AND REMUNERATION soutien 13. Teaching Hours. ~ Any teacher engaged in actual classroom instruction shall not be required 0 hours of actual classroom teaching day, preparation and correction wo exercises and other work incidental fe is normal teaching duties: Provided, hover “That where the exigencies of the ‘service so require, any teacher may be require than six hours but not serefing eight hours of actual classroom e466 day upon payment of additional SSrapensation atch same rate as his regvler remuneration plus at least twenty-five per cent of his basic pay. Section 14. Additional Compensation. — existing law to the contrary, co-curricular and ott ‘of school activities and any other cavities outside of what is defined as normal duties of any teacher shall be paid an aerial compensation of at fast twenty-five PEF Com of his regular remuneration Sher the teacher has completed at least six hours ‘of actual classroom teaching a Notwithstanding any provision of jals not engaged in actual f eight hours a day shall be per cent of their regular day. In the case of other teachers or schoo! offic classroom instruction, any work performed in excess © paid an additional compensation of at least twenty-five remuneration : ‘The agencies utilizing the services of teachels shall pay the additional compensation required under this section. Education ‘authorities shall refuse to allow cre rendition of services of teachers for other government agencies without the esurance that the teachers shall be paid the remuneration provided for under this section. Section 15. Criteria for Salaries. following criteria: (a) They shall compat requiring equivalent or simil (b) They shall be such as to insur themselves and their families; and (©) They shall be properly graded so as to recognize the fact that certain positions require higher qualifications and greater responsibility than Piners. Provided, however, That the general salary scale shall be suck that the relation between the lowest and highest salaries paid in the profession wil be of reasonable order. Narrowing of the salary scale shall - ie by raising the lower end of the salary scales relative to the Section 16. Salary Scale. ~ Salary scales of teachers shall provide for a gradvsl from minimum {o a maximum salary by means of regular increments, — Teachers’ salaries shall correspond to the re favorably with those paid in other occupations lar qualifications, training and abilities; re teachers a reasonable standard of life for progressioneee tt 199 xf automatically after th FS cone wep ME Years: Poy, tech ce peed a least saistctoy, peu"ded That the efficiency rating of the ail poral ni Be al Shall not ey a Progression from the minimum to the ian y in Sat Over a period of ten years ait vy Sea years e aared by as i, municipal, thea Salary of teachers whose salaries IN Setion TB, Cost of [on for cache apt Provincial goverment ING Allowanoas the National Government Seach lies Teacher's salaries shall, at the very nthe index. The Secretary Of Education ghatt co” ving by payment of a costofiving | Sala he very at least annually, ing allowances of teachers tion, stall be considered deductible, IV, HEALTH MEASURES AND INJURY BENEFITS Section 22, Medical Examination and Treatment. - Compulsory medical examination shall be provided free of charge for all teachers before they take wp teaching, and shall be repeated not less than once a year during the teacher's professional life. Where medical examination shows that medical treatment and/or hospitalization is necessary, same shall be provided free by the government entity paying the salary of the teachers. Integions where there is scarcity of medical facilities, teachers may obtain elsewhere the necessary medical care with the right to be reimbursed for their traveling expenses by the government entity concerned in the first paragraph of this Section, Section 23. Compensation For Injuries. ~ Teachers shall be protected against the consequences of employment injuries in accordance with existing laws, The effets ofthe physical and nervous strain on the teacher's health shall be recognized 48 4 compensable occupation disease in accordance with existing laws V. LEAVE AND RETIREMENT BENEFITS Seetion 24, Study Leave. ~ In addition tothe leave privileges now enjoyed by ‘eaches in the public schools, they shall be entitled to study leave not exceeding one School year after seven years of service. Such leave shall be granted in accordance With a schedule set by the Department of Education. During the period of such leave the teachers shall be entitled to at least sixty percent of their monthly salary: Provided, however, That no teacher shall be allowed to accumulate more than one Year study leave, unless he needs an additional semester to finish his thesis for a least, keep pace with the rise in the cost of living by payment of @ costoblving index. Compulsory medical examination shall be provided free of charge forall teachers ‘before they take up teaching, and shall be teacher's professionalPublic Schoo! teachers shall have the right to freely and ‘thout previous horization both stablsh and fo 1 organizations their choosing, hether local or ‘ona to further defend their interests oe ses: Provided, further, That no, compensation rr teave. In all cases, the study Teave on purposes: in education of allied co Jner after the first year of st ‘graduate study shall be due the tea riod shall be counted for seniority Peri ne compensation allowed for one year study [eave & herein provided shall te subject to the condition that the teacher takes the regular study load and passes at least seventy-five percent of Jy leave of more than one year may be permitted by the Secretary o' jthout compensation. his courses. Stud f Education but wi "An indefinite sick leave of absence shall be Section 25. Indefinite Leave. granted to teachers when the nature ofthe liness ‘demands a long treatment that will xeeed one year at the Teast sweeetion 2 ment, ~ Public school teachers ‘Section 26, Salary Increase upon Retires having fulfilled the age and service requirements Shall be given one range salary raise upon retirement, the computation of the lump sum of the retirement pay an thereafter VI. TEACHERS ORGANIZATION Section 27. Freedom to Organize. right to freely and without previous authorization “Organizations of their choosing, whether local or national to fu interests. ichers Prohibited. ~ The rights Section 28. Discrimination Against Tea established in the immediately preceding Section shall be exercised without any ‘erference or coercion. It shall be unlawful for any person to commit any acts of discrimination against teachers which are calculated to (a) make the employment of a teacher subject to the condition that he shall not join an organization, or shall relinquish membership in an organization, (b) cause the dismissal of oF otherwise prejudice a teacher by reason of his membership in an organization or because of, Pantcipation in organization activities outside school hours or with the consent of the proper school authorities, within school hours, and (c) prevent him from carying out the duties laid upon him by his position in the organization, or to penalize him for ‘an action undertaken in that capacity. Section 29. National Teacher's Organizations. — National teachers’ organizations shall be consulted in the formulation of national educational Policies and professional standards, ‘and in the formulation of national policies governing the social security of the teachers. VII. ADMINISTRATION AND ENFORCEMENT Section 30. Rules and Regulations. ~ The Secretary of Education shall formulate and prepare the necessary ules and regulations to implement the provisions of this Act. Rules and regulations issued pursuant to this Section shall take effect thirty days after publication in a newspaper of general circulation and by such ‘other means as the Secretary of Education deems reasonably sufficient to give interested parties general notice of such issuance. ‘Section 31. Budgetary Estimates. - The Secretary of Education shall submit to Congres annually the nes budgetary estimates to implement the provisions of the Act conceming the benefits herein granted to publi employ of the National Government. : Leap atacand ‘Section 32. Penal Provisions. ~ Any person who shall wil it restrain or coerce any teacher in the exerse of his fon peed uaa who shall in any manner commit any act to defeat any of the vo this Ace till upon convo, be punished bya fine of ot les than sve handed pesos tt more than one thousand pesos, or by ity foc eae eat if he otters a public MMA he eon dial ere Ms usta ot Cae ficial, court shall order his dismissal from the f the applicable retirement laws which shall be the basis of \d the monthly benefits — Public School teachers shall have the both to establish and to join ther and defend their= el Section 33. Repeali tepealing Clause, ~ All Aci aod tei implementing eee ats of Acts, executive orders repealed or modified accordingly provisions of this Act are hereby Section 34. Separabil pal he pe ater aby Clase, ~ If any provision of this Act is declared iavtrce and effec. 1y provisions not affected thereby shall remain Section 35. This Act shall take effect upon its approval Approved: (Sgd.) ARTURO M. TOLENTINO President ‘Act, which originated i i. bate ich originated in the Senate, was finally passed by the same on (Sgd.) CORNELIO T. VILLAREAL Speaker of the House of Representatives the House of Representatives on May (Sed) REGINO S. EUSTAQUIO ‘Secretary of the Senate (Sgd.) INOCENCIO S. PAREJA Secretary of the House of Representatives Finally passed by 19, 1966 Approved: (Sgd.) FERDINAND E. MARCOS President of the Philippines ‘June 18, 1966 201 Synapse Strengtheners FOR SMALL GROUP DISCUSSION: the following: ‘with your small groUP answer 1, Who are referred t0 = teacher” in R.A. 46702 Who are not included although they are school ‘personne/employees? plinary procedures in resolving cases of teachers202 3. Explain the meaning of “exigencies of the service” referred to in Section 6 of the Magna Carta as regards transfer of a teacher from one station to another. 4. Are the provisions in Scctions 22 and 23 teachers’ rights or privileges? Brainstorm with your group. 5. What can be some reasons behind Section 11 of RA 4670? 6 Actual classroom teaching a day should not exceed six hours. What can be some reasons behind this fimit on teaching hours?Research 0 1. The latest Depry Poli Provisions in the Mag, the reer Map are bane ih deloynent of public sehoo teaches, What sof the Depd policy? 2. The policy/proy; sions ‘Ons for the recruitment and ployment of private school teachers? 3. The meani NB of academic freedom cited in Sect 12 of the Magna Carta 4. The present salaries of t teachers paid by the cit icipal/provincial government to deterine i Gey aid by the city/municipal/provincial go" iccordance with Sect. 17 of the Magna Carta, C. Symposium Invite speakers to talk on: © career path of teachers other social and economic benefits like cost of living allowance, special hardship allowance, medical examination and treatment. For Journal Entry i ‘What are your realizations about the teaching profession after a study of the Magna Carts Do these realizations help you decide to pursue the teaching career?Lesson 3 Iris the pokey ofthe Sate to estabish and ‘meinten a complete, integrated system of ‘education relevant to the goals of national development. Big. 232 - An Act Providing Maintenance of an BATAS PAMBANSA for the Establishment and Integrated System of Education Ee ‘ein enacted by the Batasang Pambansa i" session assembled: 1, GENERAL PROVISIONS PRELIMINARY MATTERS js Act shall be known “This Act shall apply 0 and 1d private schools in all level Chapter 1 Seetion 1, Tile, This Section 2, Coverage: formal systems in public an system, the “Education Act of 1982." govern both formal and non- Is of the entire educational DECLARATION OF BASIC STATE POLICY AND OBJECTIVES — It's the policy of the State to establish of education relevant to the Chapter 2: Section 3. Declaration of Basic Policy ‘and maintain a complete, adequate and integrated system goals of national development, Toward tis ends the ‘government shall ensure, within maximum contribution of the educational the context of a free and democratic system, system tothe atainment of the following national development goals: 1. To achieve and maintain an accelerating rate of econom! «and social progress; >, To assure the maximum participation of all the people inthe atainment and enjoyment of the benefits of such growth; and 3, To achieve and strengthen national unity and consciousness and preserve, develop and promote desirable cultural, moral and spiritual valves in 8 changing world. “The state shall promote the right of every individual to relevant quality education, regardless of sex, age, creed, socio-economic status, physieal and mental ‘conditions, racial or ethnic origin, politcal or other affiliation, The State shal therefore promote and maintain equality of access to education as well as the enjoyments of the benefits of ‘education by all its citizens. The state shall promote 1 exercise of their right to develop the customs, traditions, interest and belief, their maximum participation in national deve in achieving national unity. Section 4, Declaration of Objectives. - The educational system aims to 1. Provide for a broad general education that will assist each indi ach individual, in the peculiar ecology of his own society, to (a) attain his potentials as a horan being (sales the range and quality of individual and group participation in the basic functions of society; and (c) acquire the essential educational A fondaon ef is deveopec productive and versatile citizen; . in the nation’s ‘ parley ’s manpower in the middle-level skills required for national jie development he right of the nation’s cultural communities in the mselves within the context of their cultures, and recognizes education as an instrument to Jopment and in ensuring their involvementee 3, Develop the profession, advancement of knowlegg tt ll provide ten 7 © fo ie leadership for the im P for the nation in the Respond effectively qo wotoving 4 system of educate” CRing necye "Saat of human life: and ¥ ional Planning. if ® and conditions of the nation through a Towards the realization of bitciars : 86 hj atreducational institutions shat gig, Ptives, and purs aship, and develop mora ¢ incutcate love of cou snd vocational efficiency, ter, petsonal Furthermore, the education int to the Constitution, ri ry, teach the duties of ‘lseipline, and scientific, technological al system sh cenmuits IM OF 1 ive meaning lh out edationally deprived society, 0 entich theit civic pq jcality to their membership in the national ticipation in jst nation, 1, THE EDUCATIONAL CoMMUNrpy rity al Filipinos into tree he community and national life, and to Chapter 1: PRELIMINARY PROVISIONS Section S. Declara seoment policy to foaner 2 PPUCY and Objectivesit is likewice declared so the members and cates, spirit of shared purposes and cooperation a rvenity and athe ictet Of the educational community, and between ae aime ed the bee se eetnT OF Society, in the realization that only in such an aumosphere Boals objectives of education be fulfilled. Moreover, the state shall 1, Aid and support the natural right and duty of parents in through the educational system, oe 2, Promote and safeguard the weifare and interests ofthe students by defining their Fights and obligations, according on privileges, and encouraging the establishment of sound relationships between them and the other members of the school ‘community. 3, Promote the social and economic status of all school personnel, uphold their rights, define their obligations, and improve their living and working conditions and career prospects, 4. Extend support to promote the viability of those institutions through which Parents, students and school personnel seek to attain their educational goals. Policy Section 6. Definition and Coverage. “Educational community” refers to those persons or group of persons as such, or associated in institutions involved in organized teaching and learning systems. ‘The members and elements of the educational community are: : 1. “Parents” or guardians or the head of the institution or foster home which has custody of the pupil or student. : 2. “Students” or those enrolled in and who regularly attend an educational institution of secondary or higher level or @ person engaged in formal study. “pupils” are those who regularly attend a school of elementary level under vision and tutelage of a teacher. : 3. "Schon Personnel,” or all persons working for an educational institution, i followi : earned Sane Staff” or all persons engaged in actual teaching ae cesexrch assignments, citer on full-time or parte basis anc is the educational system. : sh eres of all persons occupying policy-implementing Ocho aving to do wit te fantions ofthe school inal levels positions omic non-tea per . siding some: al aching personnel,” or those persons hol ca ose performing academic functions directly academic 205 The educational system aims to develop the professions that wil provide leadership forthe nation in the advancement of krowedge for improving the qualty of human fe.‘Students have the night to receive, primary instruction, relevent ‘quality education in ine with ‘national goals and conductive to their full development as persons with human ee 13, librarians, guidance research aides, and simitay supportive of teaching, such as regis ‘counselors, researchers, research assistants staff 4. "Non-academic personnel,” or all other school personnel not falling under the definition and coverage of teaching and academic sta school administrators and academic non-teaching personnel. 4. “Schools”, ot institutions recognized by the State which undertake educationa| ‘operations. Section 7, Community Participation. ~ Every educational institution shal Provide for the establishment of appropriate bodies through which the members of ‘the educational community may discuss relevant issues, and communicate information and suggestions for assistance and support of the school and for the promotion of their common interest Representatives from each sub-group of the educational community shal sit and Participate in these bodies, the rules and procedures of which must be approved by them and duly published (Chapter 2: RIGHTS Section 8. Rights of Parents. - In addition to other rights under existing laws, all parents who have children enrolled in a school shall have the following rights: 1. The right to organize by themselves and/or with teachers for the purpose of providing a forum for the discussion of matters relating to the total schoo! program, and for ensuring the full cooperation of parents and teachers in the formulation and efficient implementation of such programs, ‘The right to access to any official record directly relating to the children who are under their parental responsibility. Section 9, Rights of Students in School. -In addition to other rights, and subject to the limitations prescribed by law and regulations, students and pupils in all schools shall enjoy the following rights: 1. The right to receive, primarily through competent instruction, relevant quality education in line with national goals and conductive to their full development as persons with human dignity 2. The right to freely choose their field of study subject to existing curricula and to continue their course therein up to graduation, except in cases of academic deficiency, or violation of disciplinary regulations. 3. The right of school guidance and counseling services for making decisions and selecting the alternatives in fields of work suited to his potentialities. 4. The right to access to his own school records, the confidentiality of which the school shall maintain and preserve. 5, The right of the issuance of official certificates diplomas, transcript of records, grades, transfer credentials and other similar documents within thirty days from request. The right to publish a student newspaper and similar publications, as well as the right to invite resource persons during assemblies, symposia and other activities of similar nature. 7. The right to free expression of opinions and suggestions, and to effective channels of communication with appropriate academic and administrative bodies of the schoo! or institution. 8. The right to form, establish, join and participate in organizations and societies recognized by the school to foster their intellectual, cultural, spiritual and physical growth and development, or to form, establish, join and maintain organizations and societies for purposes not contrary to law. 9. The right to be free form involuntary contributions, except those approved by their own organizations or societies,Section 10. Rights Of all Se Jaw, the follow; > for by ‘ng rights rsom 1, The righ aM mel In addition to ih 10 Free expres OVEN hy ss 1 theres provided channels of ¢ ion ] communi" OF opinig Personne: bodies of the schoa MM with apres at 8uREstions, and 0 effective 2. The right to eo insitign PME Academic and adinistative $ Provid, government off, ded with g ice in ree legal servi the school authorities the ease of public he ice by the appropriate when charged in ans Coed in the caro Personnel and through ad case of patties ot Iministeat Private school . Sone the schoo al tno cximina preclnaty in defense of schol yun a choy nts cnceed fr eos 3. The right 10 eec0t Policies, OF F professional duties and/or i tablish professional and self-repnne maintain their wel oy SITE rpc anasto andor 4, The right to be free ra their interests, cir choice to promote rom involunt by their own organizations, Section 11. Special Righ ts mentioned rom a defined in thei ap Ga: frond assignments not related to their duties thst anos exg cr employment contacts, unless compensated . It i } bi — cee Property consistent with applicable laws. ' es ape ‘in authority when in the discharge of lawful ae and shall, therefore, be accorded due respect and Teachers shall be ace were chr caelt ye te ee of career advancement. ieee = os Section 12. Special Rights of School Administrators.—School administrators shall, in accordance shall, in accordance with existing laws, regulations and policies of the Ministry of Education, Culture and Sports, be accorded sufficient administrative discretion necessary for the efficient performance of their functions. School administrators shall be deemed persons in authority while in the discharge of lawful duties and responsibilities, and shall therefore be accorded due respect and protection. Section 13. Rights of School. - In addition to other rights provided for by law, schools shall enjoy the following: 1. The right of their governing boards or lawful authorities to provide for the proper governance of the school and to adopt and enforee administrative or management systems 2. The right for institutions of higher learning to determine on ‘academic grounds Who stall be admitted to study, who may teach and what shall be the subjects of the study and research. Chapter 3: DUTIES AND OBLIGATIONS Section 14. Duties of Parents. ~ In addition 19 those provided for under existing laws, all parents shall have the following duis and obligations. all beh : Mi aualy or collectively rough he schoo syste, sh! Belp 1. Parents iti ucatonal objectives in poordance with national gous, carry out the educal ito enable ther children to oblain elementary 2. Parents shall be obi et penn secondary a bigher ' strive to ens evan 138 oe 1 he right formation of the youth ' 207 Teachers shall be deemed persons in authorty when in the discharge of lawful duties and 8, and shall, therefore, be accorded due respect ‘and protection.208 ° of the duties teachers is to ® as an agent tructve social namic, moral, tual, cultural (tical change ‘hoo! and the ‘ty within the tof national 3. Parents shall cooperate with the schoo! in the implementation of the schoo} program ~ curricular and co-curricular Section 15, Duties and Responsibilities of Student. = In addition to those provided for under existing laws, every student shal! jes for service, particularly by 4. Participate actively in ci 5S. Exercise his rights resp 1. Exer his utmost to develop his potas undergoing an education suited to his @ilities, in order that he may become fan asset to this family and to society. 2, Uphold the academic integrity of the school, endeavor to achieve academic excellence and abide by the rules and.regulations governing his academic responsibilities and mora integrity. 3. Promote and maintain the peace and tranquility of the school by observing the rules of discipline, and by efforts to alain harmonious relationships with fellow students, the teaching and academic stalf and other school personnel vie affairs and in the promotion of the general welfare, particularly in the social, economic and cultural development of his community and in the attainment of a just compassionate and orderly society the knowledge that he is answerable for any infringement or violation of the public welfare and of the rights of others. Section 16. Teachers’ Obligations. ~ Every teacher shall: : Perform his duties to the school by discharging his responsibilities in ‘accordance with the philosophy, goals and objectives of the school. Be accountable for the efficient and effective attainment of specified learning objectives in pursuance of national development goals, within the limits of available school resources. Render tegular reports on performance of each student and to the latter and the latter’s parents or guardians with specific suggestions for improvement, ‘Assume the responsibility to maintain and sustain his professional growth and advancement and maintain professionalism in his behavior at all times. Refrain from making deductions in student's scholastic ratings for acts that are clearly not manifestations of poor scholarship. Participate as an agent of constructive social econothic, moral, intellectual, cultural and political change in his school and the community within the context of national policies. Section 17. School Administrator's Obligations.—Every school administrator Perform his duties to the school by discharging his responsibilities in accordance with the philosophy, goals and objective of the school. Be accountable for the efficient and effective administration and management of the school. Develop and maintain a healthy school atmosphere conducive to the promotion ‘and preservation of academic freedom and effective teaching and learning and to harmonious and progressive school personnel relationship. ‘Assume and maintain professional behavior in his work and in dealing with students, teachers, academic non-teaching personnel, administrative staff, and parents or guardians, Render adequate reports to teachers, academic non-teaching personnel and non-academic staff on their actual performance in relation to their expected performance and counsel them on ways of improving the same. Observe due process, fairness, promptness, privacy, constructiveness and consistency in disciplining his teachers and other personnel. Maintain adequate records and submit required reports to the Ministry of Education, Culture and Sports. ooSection 18. Obtigay texching personnel sha; Academic y, Improve himsetp n-Teaching Personnel -Acaden techniques in his profs A demic non ession, by keg | fee Keeping abreast of the late ote latest trends and students, teachers. gy int ina supporting Sis POF Siona aide toward a Promote and tl condil mot 2% Siniative sat ach ee em and Taintain an age! laf and relate with them ‘Atmosph Phere conduce to service and learning, uw. THE EDUCATIONAL, SYSTEms chapter 1: FORMAL EDUcATioy Section 19, or the school St et Pal, ~ The State reco instrament for the achieve § Primary learnin ret tt wna decent mo savctured and chronologically grag 22! Education” refers tothe thearchically Sraded learnings organized and provided by the formal school system and for which certify cation is required toh the grades oF move a higher atc ft eer rogee following levels: ‘ormal education shall correspond to the 'gnizes that formal education, 1. Elementary Education, — primariy concemed ota nt stage of compulsory, formal education primary cm th providing basic education and usually corresponding. a Seong Eten wales, inluding preschool programs. Feel coe ducation ~ the stage of formal education following the elementary i ened primary With continuing basic education and expanding it ¢ learning of employable gainful skil eee ai s, usually corresponding to 3. Tertiary Education —post-secondary schooling is higher education leading to degree in a specific profession or discipline, Section 21. Objectives of Elementary Education. - The objectives of elementary education are: 1. To provide the knowledge and develop the skills, attudes, and values essential to personal development and necessary for living in and contributing to a developing and changing social milieu; 2. To provide learning experiences which increase the child’s awareness and responsiveness to the changes in and just demands of society and to prepare him for constructive and effective involvement; 3. To promote and intensify the chld’s knowledge of identification with, and love for the nation and the people to which he belongs and; 4. To promote work experiences which develop the child's orientation to the world of work and creativity and prepare himself to engage in honest and gainful work. Section 22. Objectives of Secondary Education. ‘education are: .—The objectives of secondary ste the objectives of elementary education; and 3 i. oni him with skils for productive endeavor and/or prepare him for tertiary schooling. . i . Section 23, Objectives of Tertiary Education—The objectives of tertiary ‘education are: ‘education program that will promote national identify, 1. To provide a general 209 The Sate recognizes that fomal education, othe school system, is socet/sprimay ‘eaming system, and therefore instrument for the achievement ofthe county's educational goals and objectives.210 ———<$<$— $$ ness, moral integrity and spiritual vigor: cultural conscio wired for national 2, To train the nation’s manpower in the skills feq development 3. To develop the professionals that wil 4. Toadvance knowledge through researc improving the quality of human Tife an societal needs and conditions I provide leadership for the nation; anq ‘h work and apply new knowledge foy 1d responding effectively 10 changing NON FORMAL EDUCATION AND SPECIALIZED EDUCATIONA,, SERVICES. Section 24, Specialized Educational Service.—The State further recognizes ity responsibility to provide, within the context of the formal education system, services meet special needs of certain clientele, These specific types, which shall be guided by the basic policies of the State embodied in the General Provisions ofthis Act, include: 1. “Work Education,” or “Practical Arts,” as a program of basic education which ‘aims to develop the right attitudes towards work; and “technical-vocational education,” post-secondary but non-degree programs leading to one-two, or three. ‘year certificates in preparation for a group of middle-level occupations. "Special Education,” the education of persons who are physically, mentally, ‘emotionally, socially, o culturally different from the so called “normal” individuals that they require modification of school practices/services to develop them to their maximum capacity; and 3. "Non-formal Education, ” any organization school-based educational activities undertaken by the Ministry of Education, Culture and Sports and other agencies aimed at attaining specific learning objectives for a particular clientele, especially the illiterates and the out-of-school youth and adults, distinct from and outside the regular offerings of the formal school system. Chapter 2: ‘The objectives of non-formal education are as follows: a. To eradicate illiteracy and raise the level of functional literacy of the population; b. To provide unemployed and underemployed youth and adults with appropriate vocational/technical skills to enable them to become more productive and effective citizens; and To develop among the clientele of non-formal education proper values and attitudes necessary for personal, community and national development. Chapter 3 : ESTABLISHMENT OF SCHOOLS Section 25. Establishment of Schools.—All schools shall be established in accordance with law. The establishment of new national schools and the conversion of “existing schools from elementary to national secondary schools or from secondary to national secondary schools shall be by Jaw. Provided, That any private school proposed to be established must incorporate as @ non-stock educational corporation in accordance with the provisions to incorporate may be waived in the case of family-administered pre-school institutions. Government assistance to such schools for educational programs shall be used ‘exclusively for that purpose. Section 26, Definition of Terms.—The terms used in the Chapter are defined a follows: 1. "Schools" are duly established institutions of learning or educational institutions. 2. “Public Schools” are educational institutions established and administered by the government, (rrr3. "Private Schooty» by private indivigy i. Cducationay 5 gro nstittons nny Section 27. Recognition ns, aintained and administered ject to th apa! be SU © Prior a fs, recognition: In the case of grt F2aion op yl tana, CORTON of gay erated semen and shall be efeted by sinlaneously with extabishmeas PERI angie eee Whether lca, regional or inal other CE he sag erations shall be deemed granted prseribed and enforced by hey 4 FeRuatons therein who are qualified to nistry of Edy forthe grant of recognition related matters. Section 28. Effects of p Farin ficate of recogni T28nition; Punishable - ctf ont schol sa wen etn The issuance of a collene mt 10 permanent authority to operate; ‘Which recognit oe ‘students who have completed the hay he vy cieational Operations of schools \ Eoverning recognition shall be iia ion, Culture and Sports definin Ad For its caneaet 8 PERI system, sinting the conditions ellation and withdrawal, and providing for 1. Tetransforms the ¢ 2. entitles the schoo poe course for and $Aucational programs without authorization, and/or OF the tems of recognition, ae hereby declared punishable Wilations subject tothe penalties provided inthe mes Chapter 4 : INTERNAL ORGANIZATIONS OF SCHOOLS Section 30. Organization of SchoolsEach school shall establish such internal organization as will best enable it to carry out its academic and administrative functions, subject to limitations provided by law, Each school shall establish such arrangements for the peaceful settlement of disputes between or among the members of the educational community Section 31. Governing Board. ~ Every government college or university ‘stablished as a tertiary institution and every private school shall have a governing board pursuant to its Charter or to the Corporation Code of the Philippines, as the case may be. Section 32. Personnel Transactions. — The terms and conditions of employment of personnel in government schools shall be governed by the Civil Service, budgetary and compensation laws and rules. In private schools, disputes arising from employer-employee relation shal fall Lnder the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Labor and Employment as provided for by law and regulations: Provided, That in view of the special employment status of the teaching ‘nd academic non-teaching personnel and their special roles in the advancement of ‘nowledge standards set or promulgated jointly by the Ministry of Education, Culture and Sports and by the Ministry of Labor and Employment shall be applied by the Ministry of Employment: Provided, further, That every private school shall establish and implement an appropriate system within the school forthe prompt and onsety seleneat of personnel disputes at the school level, subject to the provisions of Articles 263 of the Labor Code. an In poate schools, disputes arising from employeremployee relation shal fall under the junction of the Misty of Labor and Employment as provided for by law and regulations22 Chapter $ SCHOOL FINANCE AND ASSISTANCE Section 33, Declaration of Policy. ~ tis hereby dectared tobe the policy ofthe State thatthe ational government shall contribute to the financial support of educational programs pursuant tothe goals of ecation as declared in the Consitation. ‘Towards this end, the government shall Adopt measures to broaden access to education through financial assistance and other foims of incentives to schools, teachers, fiscal and students; and 2, Encourage and stimulate private support to education through, fiscal, and other assistance measures. ‘A. FUNDING OF PUBLIC SCHOOL Section 34. National Funds. ~ Public schools shall continue to be funded primarity from national funds: Provided, That local governments shall Pe encouraged to Resume operation of local public schools onthe basis of national fund participation and adequate revenue sources which may be assigned by the national government for the Section 38. Financial Aid and Assistance to Public Secondary Schools. ~The tional goverment shall extend nancial ad and assistance to publi second schools vreablished and maintained by local governments, including barangay high schools Section 36. Share of Local Government. -Provinces, cites and municipalities and barangays shall appropriate funds in their annual budgets for the operation and maintenance of public secondary schools on the basis of national fund participation, Section 37. Special Education Fund. The proceeds ofthe Special Education! Fund averuing local goveraments sll be usd exclusively forthe purpose enumerated rrtation 1 ef Republic Act No. 5447, and in accordance wit rules and regulations jnsoed by the Ministry of Education, Culture and Sports andthe Ministry of Badast Said proceeds shall be considered a local fund and shall be subject 19 residential Decree No. 477, Presidential Decree No, 1375 and other applicable local budget ws and regulations. ‘gultion 38. Tuition and other School Fees.—Secondary and post-secondary schools may charge tition and other school fees, in order to improve facilites oro ‘accommodate more students. ‘Section 39. Income from other Sources.—Goverament-supported educational instnuons may receive grants, legacies, donations and gifs for purposes allowed by existing laws. Torthermore, income generated from production activities and from auxiliary enterprises may be retained and used for schools concemed in serordance with rules and ‘egulatins jointly issued consistently with pertinent appropriation and bobby laws by tT Minisy of Budget, Ministry of Edueation, Culture and Sports andthe Commision on Audit. B. FUNDING OF PRIVATE SCHOOLS Section 40, Funding of Private Schools.—Private schools may be funded fom their capital investments or equity contributions, tition fees and othes school charges, pants, loan, subside, pasive investment income and income from ober Sources ‘section 41, Government Assistance. ~ The government, in recognition of thet aecrmary role inthe educational system, may provide aid t0 the programs of private schools inte frm of grants or Scholarships, or loans fiom goverment financial esttaons: Provided, That such programs meet certain defined educational requirements tind standards and contribute tothe atainment of national development goals. Section 42. Tuition and other School Fees. ~ Each private school shall determine its rate of nition and other school fees or charges. The rates and charges adopted BY sehool fees or charges, The rates and charges adopted by schools pursuant to thisoO « jsion shall be coll ov lectible, —— Fr regulations promulpateg j,0 4 theip 213 Section 43. Income jr>, MMi py the BOVEFAMENL, may yom" ther 5, ce from any individual, gan’ AY Sraanization. OF Tesearch nay ttMtion, wnzed subject to rues rrees,— Any ot lr and Spor BAN and tepaty ae Shoat daly recognized Furthermore, private sent" mince (a a: aa rani uNdation, 11 i i neat IRCOME primarily yy ga Uhre Authorized by lw them ae a Se NCE their education ty, unitary enterprise seston 44. Instiutional se ‘petations and/or un reduc charges, 85 Well as other ing —The me Schools may Pool thei institage’s Of Schooly, ake Wition Fes and oth forthe PUrPOSe Of generating won ds in who es ead a national fms, tional finance iN par, under joint menagemen B. INCENTIVES To EDUCAT a a. Section 45. Declaration, (LON . " Of Policy, — its national educational development geoy, , * i8 the policy of the St Peles ernie as doa opr fhe Statin the prt of pain ofthe ee ove an incentive program to encourage and other improvements econ eng PET ~ Rel progeny ah purposes shall be subject to the ney sits tee and exclusively for edeemond sl et eee 1 cation, Cul munity in thy Republic Act 5447, shall accrue to i That in municipalities or charueed aioe, ee ae oe asieoacs é : ‘private institutions with individual enrolment of pupils and students over five thousand exceeds fifteen, the members of the private school board shall be increased to not more than fourteen members determined proportionately by the Minister of Education, Culture and Sports. The private school board shall adopt its own rules which shall enable it to finance the annual programs and projects of institutional taxpayer for the following purposes: student-pupil scholarships; improvement; improvement of instructional, including laboratory, facilities and/or equipment library books and periodicals acquisition; and extension service in the community, in that order of priority. Section 47. Relating to Gifts or Donations to Schools.—All gifts or donations in favor of any school, college of university recognized by the Government shall not be subjected to tax: Provided, That such gifts or donations shall be for improvement of clascrooms and laboratory or library facilities, and shall not ensure to the benefit of any officer, director, official, or owners of the school, or paid out = amar or allowance of any form or nature whatsoever, except in support 0! ty Professorial chairs. - ished Scholarship Funds—Al Section 48. Relating to Earnings from Establis earnings from the oe of any duly established scholarship fund of any school recognized by. the government, constituted from gifts to the school, and/or from , , id find by the school, if said earings are Contributions or other resources assigned 10 vaancially deserving students shall a Jpolarship grants to fina ‘ nese or to fund ee arship fund is fully Tiquidated, when the outstanding -xempt from tax unt balance thereof shall be aos Lahadl m.—All gains realized fr Section 49. School om the sale, Dispersal Progravision shall be seit Ne, and regulations Promulgated cit app and Section 43. Income ae the Mtingaton by the government, may qe oth device from any individual, j,.V° any i Y Privs al, insti Private school duly recoy oA ieehermore ea stitution o> ©tPora ¥, donation, gift, beau wave income prin’, {tools or ust oF philanthropic ari tuthorized by tan the nea 1 nrease tude ONCE the EMge i eae OY Hm Section 44. Instinution °° tio expr 00 A. Inston Fag, ions and/or to reduce shargess 's other ing, Behe Proc oeools may ool thee institutions stools, shal ve reais ad ter hat . 88 institutional fete PON of eng aa ter etal sources, INCENTIVES TO EDUCATION Section 45. Declaration °F Policy, — 1, ; its national educational developiyen als wo pa Policy Of the State in the pursuit of used, the real of such members determined proportionately by the Minister of Education, Culture and Sports. The private school board shall adopt its own rules which shall enable it to finance the annual programs and projects of institutional taxpayer for the following purposes: student-pupil scholarships; improvement; improvement of instructional, including laboratory, facilities and/or equipment library books and periodicals acquisition; and 213 extension service in the community, in that order of priority.64 The government shall provide financial assistance to financially disadvantaged and deserving students ‘Such assistance may be in the form of State scholarships, grants-in- aid, assistance from the Educational Loan Fund, or subsidized tuition rates in State colleges and universities. disposit si howto ons of propery, resto persona, of any dy eas pig, iversity, in pursuance of a school dispersal e government or of the educational institut the government, sae goverment he educations on as approved by the government, shall considered exempt from tax if the otal proceeds ofthe sale are reinvested in'a ney °= existing duly established school, college or university located in the dispersal site, wih, one (1) year from the date of such sale, transferor disposition, otherwise, all taxes on the gai realized from the transaction shall immediately become due and part Section 50. Conversion to Educational Foundations.—An educational institu ‘may convert itself into non-stock, non-profit educational foundation, in accordance wig, the implementing rules to be issued jointly by the Ministry of Education, Culture ang Sports and the Ministry of Finance In the case of stock corporations, if for any reason its corporate existence as an educational institution ceases and is not renewed, al its net assets after liquidation of the liabilities and other obligations may be conveyed and transferred to any non-profit educational itution or successor non-profit educational institution or successor non. profit edi institution or to be distributed by a Gourt to another organization to be used in such manner as in the judgment of said court will best accomplish the general purposes for which the dissolved organization was organized, or to the State. D, ASSISTANCE TO STUDENTS Section 51. Government Assistance to Students.—The government shall provide financial assistance to financially disadvantaged and deserving students. Such assistance may be in the form of State scholarships, grants-in-aid, assistance from the Educational Loan Fund, or subsidized tuition rates in State colleges and universities. All the above and similar assistance programs shall provide for reserve quotas for financially needy but academically qualified students from the national cultural communities. Section 52. Grant of Scholarship Pursuant to Existing Laws. ~ Educational institutions shall be encouraged to grant scholarships to students pursuant to the provisions of existing laws and such scholarship measures as may hereafter be provided for by law. Section 53. Assistance from the Private Sector —The private sector, especially educational institutions, business and industry, shall be encouraged to grant financial assistance to students, especially those undertaking research in the field of science find technology or in such projects as may be necessary within the context of national development. xxxx Approved, (Sed.) QUERUBE C. MAKALINTAL Speaker iber 10, 1982. This Act was passed by the Batasang Pambansa on Septem! (Sgd.) EDGARDO E. TUMANGAN Deputy Secretary-General Approved: (Sgd.) FERDINAND E. MARCOS President of the Philippines(Sons Stenghenes |_|" List your ri : y ights and the Corresponding duties and obligations as a teacher Rights. Obligations 2. Reflect on your rights vis-a-vis your obligations. 3, Study the objectives of elementary, secondary, tertiary and non-formal education (alternative learning system): You are accorded the opportunity to choose alternative career path in school administration, in classroom teaching, or others, for job enrichment and advancement. In which level would you ehoose to teach (elementary, secondary, alternative learning system) Why?Lesson REPUBLIC ACT No. 9155 - An Act Instituting a Framework of 4 Governance for Basic Education, Establishing Authority ‘and Accountability, Renaming the Department of Education, Culture and Sports as the Department of Education and for Other Purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representative of the Philippines in Congress assembled: Section 1. Short Title. ~ This Act shall be known as the “Government of Basic Education Act of 2001.” Section 2. Declaration of Policy ~ It is hereby declared the policy of the State to protect and promote the right of all citizens to qualify basic education and to make such education accessible to all by providing all Filipino children a free ang compulsory education in elementary level and free education in the high school leve Such education shall also include alternative learning systems for basic education to provide them with the skills, knowledge and values they need to become caring, sel reliant, productive and patriotic citizens. ‘The school shall be the heart of the formal education system. It is where children learn. Schools shall have a single aim of providing the best possible basic education The school shall | for all leamers. be the heart Governance of basic education shall begin at the national level. It is at the Of the formal | regions, divisions, schools and learning centers herein referred to as the field offices ~ education system. | where the policy and principle for the governance of basic education shall be translated It is where | into programs, projects and services developed adapted and offered to fit local needs children learn. The State shall encourage local initiatives for improving the quality of basic Schools shall | education. The State shall ensure that the values, needs, and aspirations of a school ‘have a single |’ community are reflected in the program of education for the children, out-of-school aim of providing | youth and adult learners. Schools and learning centers shall be empowered to make ‘the best possible | decisions on what is best for the learners they serve. basic education Section 3. Purposes and Objectives. — The purposes and objectives of this Act for all leamers. | are: (@) To provide the framework for the governance of basic education which shall set the general directions for educational policies and standards and establish authority, accountability and responsibility for achieving higher learning outcomes; : (0) To define the roles and responsibilities of, and provide resources to the field offices which shall implement educational programs, projects and services in communities they serve; (©) To make schools and learning centers the most important vehicle for the teaching and learning of national values and for developing in the Filipino leamers love of country and pride in its rich heritage; (@) To ensure that schools and learning centers receive that kind of focused attention they deserve and that educational programs, projects and services take into account the interests of all members of the community: (©) To enable the schools and learning centers to reflect the values of the community by allowing teachers/learning facilitators and other staff to have flexibility to serve the needs of all leamers, (To encourage local initiatives for the improvement of schools and leaming centers and to provide the means by which these improvements may be achieved and sustained; and 216eee (@) To establish schools and fe are able to Leama range op 8 Celery high school edueation a7 © OF Core comer tS lilies where mpetencies schoo children —— Programs or IPetencies prescribed for ; leamers are provided Whe clement alt here the outeafes lary and for atleast the eae lei po OutoF-schoo! youth and adult EAU Of & high schoo! ¢ ce and receive accreditation ol education. Section 4. Definition of Terms sed shall mean or be unders, For purposes of this (@ Alternative Learning $y as Slee "8 of this Act, the terms or phrases alternative to “Ai are te @ Basie Education. z a Sourees of knowledge and “i “mn e cation intended to meet basic learning needs vatesttich subsequent learning canbe based. It 2s alleratve learing seen and ih school eatin a wll ° = “sn na sy sects youth and adult learners and (o) Cluster of Schools — is a ich and brought tometer eet? of shoals which are geographically contiguous Pome Reker f improve the leaning outcomes Geasted end ner systematic and deliberate process of hierarchically Seca aad Torti Learing corresponding tothe general concept of elementary and secondary level of schooling At th end ofeach level: he Bufoewetion Za jation in order to enter or advance to the next level. jon Education ~ is a lifelong process of learning by which every person acquires and accumulates knowledge, sil, atitudes and insights from | The classroom @ daily experience at home, at work, at play and from life itself; leecher is'aieo, @ Integrated School — isa school that offers a complete basic education in one | Called Leaming school site and has unified instructional programs; Facilitator. ~ is (@ Learner — is any individual seeking basic literacy skills and functional life the key-learing skills or support services for the improvement of the quality of his/her life. ‘support person () Learning Center — is a physical space to house learning resources and facilities who is responsible of a learning program for out-of-school youth and adults. It is a value for for supervising/ face-to-face learning activities and other leaming opportunities for community facilitating the development and improvement of the people's quality of life leaming process @ Learning Facilitator — is the key-learning support person who is responsible | and activities of the for supervising/facilitating the learning process and activities of the learner. leamer. @ Non-Formal Education ~ is any organized, systematized educational 1% Carried outside the framework of the formal system to provide selected tyPes of leaming to a segment of the population; (%) Quality Education — is the appropriateness, relevance and excellence of Quaidacation given to mect the needs and aspirations ofan individual and ducational institution, private and public, undertaking ‘cdueational operation with a specific age OUP of pupils or students pursuing arc atrrdiesat defined Level, receiving instruction {rom tenshors usually defined sry ding ora group of buildings in a pariclar ysl or he (m) Sita ad — is pron responsible or he ainstrative and instructional ‘Thool or cluster of schools supervision of the Chapter 1: Governance of Basle Educntion Section ples of Shared Governance. — i (@) eS eee ‘a principle which recognize that every unit in the Shacatioe bureaueracy has & particular cole, task and responsibility inherent in the afiee end for which itis principally accountable for outcomes;218 — of democratic consultation shall be observed it the decision. : nae roses at appropriate levels. Feedback mechanism shall be established rn P coordination and open communication of (he ‘central office with the ‘and school levels; ' ane dntabilty and transparency shall be operationalized in ft tanotions and responsibilities at all levels: and 's shall be strengthened to shannels of field offices ‘with other government agencies, ns for effective regional, division, (©) The principles of the performance of (d)_ The communication c} facilitate of information and expand linkages local government units and non-governme ser ctemance. The Department of Education, Culture an Sports shall hence ste caled the Deparment of Education. It shall be vested with authority, sccountability and responsibility for ensuring access to promoting cavity in, and ioroving the quality of basic edueation, Arts, culture and spars shall be as provided for in Section 8 and 9 hereof. Section 7. Powers, Duties ani ‘of Education shall exercise overall aut Department. A. NATIONAL LEVEL ‘The Secretary of the Department jon over the operation of the 1d Functions. - thority and supervisi shall have authority, accountabil (1) Formulating national educational policies; (2). Formulating a national basic education plan; G) Promulgating national educational standards; (4) Monitoring and assessing national leaming outcomes; (5). Undertaking national educational research and studies; (6) Enhancing the employment status, professional competence, welfare and ‘working conditions of all personne! of the Department; and (1) Enhancing the total development of learners through local and national programs and/or projects. The Secretary of Education shall be assisted by not more than four (4) undersecretaries and not more than four (4) assistant secretaries whose assignments, duties and responsibilities shall be governed by law. There shall be at least one undersecretary and one assistant secretary who shall be career executive service officers chosen from among the staff of the Department. B. REGIONAL LEVEL There shall be as many regional offices as may be provided by law. Each regional office shall have a director, an assistant director and an office staff for program promotion and support, planning, administrative and fiscal services. Consistent with the national educational policies, plans and standards, the regional director shall have authority, accountability and responsibilty forthe following: (1). Defining a regional educational policy framework which reflects the values, needs and expectations of the communities they serve; (2) Developing a regional basic education plan; G) Developing regional educational standards with a vic marking for international competitiveness; es (4) Monitoring, evaluating and assessing regional learn y i outcomes; () Underalag research projects and developing and managing region wide projects which may be funded through official i Se ee igh development assistance and/or (6) Ensuring strict compliance with prescribed national criteria for the recruitment, selection and training of all staff in the region and divisions; (7) Formulating, in coordination with the regional development council, the budgetae ® o (10) Evaluating all scho, (11) Planning and ma (12) Managing the databas (13) Approving the establish aeement Perfo (14) Performing such other functions as may be DIVISION LEVEL assigned by proper authorities. Consistent with the national educational division superintendents shall have authority, following: i a Q) 8) @ © 6 mM @® to Support the re, ae deceranens, | . ‘gional educational plans ofthe gional Determining the organist'ions and gry MR Shall take into account ions and district Pee Me craic Nite spoon Posed satin tem OF the divisions ig of all employees in the position of assist and districts and the divisions and nt di ; ols di eoaikeonaa visi superintendents in the repigg, * *UPErntendents and assistant division maging th = physical and fiscal sour Ttive and et development; OF the regional offi icient use of all personnel ice, including professional staff information ' 2 system of the region; and learning centers; ang. P*bli¢ and private elementary and high schools Policies, plans and standards, the schools accountability and responsibility for the Developing and implementing division education development plans othe and managing the effective and efficient use fal pannel, physical and fiscal resources of the division, including professional staff development; Hiring, placing and evaluating all division supervisors and schools district supervisors as well as all employees in the division, both teaching and non- teaching personnel, including school heads, except forthe assistant division superintendent; Monitoring the utilization of funds provided by the national government and the local government units to the schools and learning centers; Ensuring compliance of quality standards for basic education programs and for this purpose strengthening the role of division, supervisors as subject area specialists; Promoting awareness of and adherence by all schools and learning centers to accreditation standards prescribed by the Secretary of Education; ‘Supervising the operation of all public and _ elementary, secondary and i schools, and learning centers; an robo such er functions as may be assigned by proper authorities. D, SCHOOLS DISTRICT LEVEL he schools division superintendents, the regional district within a schools division. Schools he passage of this law shall be maintained. A at ee vrvisor and an office staff for program ete vigor shall be responsible for The schools district supe advice and support to the school heads tional 1 a ie and learning centers inthe district cluster s of schools and 219 The schools division superintendents are accountable and responsible in... ensuring compliance of quality standards for basic education programs and for this purpose strengthening the role of division supervisors as subject area specialists.a —————— 220 —_ on; and he assigned bY PFOPEr authorities, upervisi her functions a ay (2) Curricula st hott (3) Performing 0 b. SCHOOL LEVEL so sce sal boa ac! ond £08 SITIO elementary schools and public hi ‘Mere shall be a schoo! Head TAT Tr inprated schools from existing me schools or a cluster thereof. The owe h school shall be encouraged, senouny and public high schoo! she ae assisted by am nD gehoo! head who may BE assier : both an instructional Teader and or atrative manager, The school od shal fom q team with the school teachers/earn/t wrataators for delivery of quality educationg) | programs, projects and services. Oe pon-teaching staff shall handle the schoo, prermtrative, fiscal and auxiliary services verte wit the national eave] policies, plans and standards, the schoo bility for the following: heads shall have authority, ncountabilty ‘and responsil (1) Setting the mission, objectives of the school; (2) Creating an environment w hool that is conductive t0 teaching 1, goats and vis ithin the sc and learnings . 3) Implementing the schoo! curriculum and being accountable for higher earning outcomes; (4) _ Developing the school education Prowrar and school improvernent plan; 1 programs, projects and services which provide equitable (5) Offering educational ‘opportunities for all Teamers in the ‘community; ides of instruction to achieve higher (6) _ Introducing new and innovative mo Tne schoo! heed earning outcomes; ‘managing all personnel, Phy shall form & (7) Administering and team with the the school; complement of the school based on its needs; school teachers! (8) Recommending the stafing elopment; and encouraging the active yysical and fiscal resources of teaming (9) Encouraging: staff dev feciiators (10) Establishing school and community networks for delivery participation of teachers organizations, ‘non-academic personnel of public of quality Prhool, and parents-eachers community associations: educational (11) Accepting donations, gifts, bequests ‘and grants for the purpose of upgrading programs, ‘and expanding school facilitators” ‘competencies, improving and expanding, projects and School facilities and providing instructional materials and equipment. Such services. donations or grants must be reported to the appropriate district supervisors intendents; and 1d by proper authorities, and division superi (12) Performing such other functions as may be assigned ‘The Secretary of Education shall create a promotions board, at the appropriate level, which shall formulate and implementa system of promonon for schools division supervisors, schools district supervisors, and school ‘heads. Promotion of school heads Shall be based on educational qualification, merit ‘and performance rather that on the number of teachers/learning facilitators and learners in the school. “The qualifications, salary grade, status ‘of employment and welfare and benefits of school heads shall be the same for public elementary, secondary and integrated schools. ‘No appointment to the positions of regional directors, schools division superintendents ‘and assistant schools division suy be made unless the appointee is a career executive service officer who have risen from the ranks. Chapter 2: TRANSFER OF CULTURAL AGENCIES assistant regional directors, perintendents shall preferably shall = The Komisyon ng Wikang Pilipino, Nations! ‘and National Library ture and the Section 8, Cultural Agence Historical Toa Records Management and Archieves Office all now be administratively attached to the National Commission for Cul Seaieee gs NOCA) and n6 longer wit and clr shal ein pa eg TH Schoo camtet® ABOLITION OF 4p ate SCHOOL SPORTS Section 9. Abolition of p ane Department of Education rep paiipine Sports Commission remain part of the ba Saino so personnel of the BPESS, pret td Schoo! : tp the PSC without loss of 8 presently dated with te ref NaeeY sib SS personnel shall be retaice nine the pi PSC, are hereby transferred BPESS Pet 3 tind yt pale sion they ee Al ater . iment. chapter 4: SUPPORT AND 4 ionae SISTANCE OF OTHER GOVERNMENT F Education trcutumn OTHE Program for schoo! BUREAU OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND PES, SS. — AU fun lated tp tions, progr led 10 Sports conmnonts Programs and activities of (PSC). The prac Petition shall be transferred to the Section 10. The Secretar - '¥ of Educatic agement shall wit tion and the S¢ sg Sh he 0) dy om spr fe at ty provided by the national government et ‘ion, distribution and utilization of resources & th fniqueness of the Working conditions of am os ig into consideration and The Secretary of the Depa _ spoil f held ots we sgn ott renee el ps) snl desks and textbooks and ote sacs mates intended are alocted = ae released immediately by the Department of Budget and Management to Section 11. The Secretary of the Department of Education, subject to civil service laws and regulations, shall issue appropriate personnel policy rules and regulations that will best meet the requirements of the teaching profession taking into consideration the uniqueness of the working conditions of the teaching service. Section 12. The Commission on Audit, in the issuance of audit rules and regulations that will govern the utilization of all resources as well as the liquidation, recording and reporting thereof, shall take into account the different characteristics and district features of the department's field offices, its organizational set-up as well as the nature of the operations of schools and leaming centers. Chapter 5. FINAL PROVISIONS ‘Section 13. Governance in the ARMM. ~ The Regional Secretary for the Autonomous Region in ‘Muslim Mindanao (ARMM) shall ‘exercise similar governance authority over the divisions, districts, schools ‘and learning centers in the region as may be provided in the Organic Act without prejudice to the provisions of Republic Act No. “ rnd Expand the Organic Act for the Autonomous 9054, entitled “An Act to Strengthen and Exp eM Ne 6D aed ; ing for the Purpose Region in Muslim Mindanao, amending ‘Muslim Mindanao as amended.” y is Region in Anda Posing OO nrg Regulations ‘The Secretary of Education shall in ninety (90) days after the Section 14, Rules and Resear i jucation shall fully implement promulgate the implanting rules an approval of this Act: Provided, Tha te Seen ai Me eprovel ofa A. the principle of shared aovery Classe if for any reason, any portion of provision of Section 15, Separal OY parts of provisions hereof which ae q this Act shall be declared unconstini Taree and eft ine 1 Be in earns, executive orders, rules end tot affected thereby shall continue 10 B° © Seetion 16. Repealing Clase iy provisions of his Ae, are hereby regulations, pat or parts theres ine Tepealed or modified accordingly: 221Section 17, Effeetivity Clause ~ This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) dayy following its publication in at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation, Approved, (SGD. AQUILINO Q. PIMENTEL, JR President of the Senate (SGD.) FELICIANO BELMONTE, JR. Speaker of the House of Representatives : ‘This Act which is a consolidation of House Bill No. 10732 and Senate Bill No, 2191 was finally passed by the House of Representative and the Senate on June 6, 200) and June 7, 2001, respectively (SGD. LUTGARDO B. BARBO Secretary of the Senate Approved, (SGD.) GLORIA MACAPAGAL ARROYO President of the Philippines Synapse Strengtheners 1, Read carefully Section 5 on the Principles of Shared Governance. Comment on: + responsibility inherent in the office : + accountability and transparency in the performance of functions and responsiblity. 2. Based on the “authority, accountability and responsibility” of the school head / principal, list down your expectations as a future teacher.