CHAPTER 1

GENERAL PROVISIONS

 RATIONALE

Over the years, it has been an aspiration of the Department of Education

(DepEd) to institutionalize a Learners’ Handbook informing the parents and
learners on rights, duties, and responsibilities as recipient of the public
basic education system. Guided by the UN Declaration on the Rights of the
Child, otherwise known as the Geneva Declaration of the Rights of the Child
of 1959, and other DepEd policies, rules, and regulations, this Handbook
serves as reference for the learners as well as the parents on the expected
conduct of the learner in school.

 PURPOSE

This Handbook shall provide a clear guide to the learners and their
parents a general understanding of the rules and regulations for attending
and receiving the education services provided by the public schools in a
child-friendly learning environment.
It informs the learners on their rights, duties, and responsibilities
anchored on the core values of DepEd (Maka-Diyos, Maka-Tao,
Makakalikasan at Makabansa) for their holistic development. While it
empowers on their rights, this Handbook provides directions and
accountabilities expected from each learner as the center of the basic
education system.

 OBJECTIVES

This Handbook aims to:

 Familiarize the learners and parents of the basic education system;

 Articulate to the learner his/her rights, duties, responsibilities, and
accountabilities;
 Guide the learner in his/her proper conduct in school;
 Inform the learners on the appropriate intervention based on the
principle of Positive Discipline; and
 Inculcate among the learners the core values of DepEd.

 COVERAGE

This Handbook applies to all the learners in the public basic education
system in respect of all actions and activities relative to the school or the
learning community.
 It must be read and interpreted in light of existing DepEd issuances,
rules, and regulations.
 CHAPTER 2
GETTING STARTED

Welcome to the public school system! We would like that your stay with
us will be as pleasant and comfortable as you want it to be. You are joining a
Child Friendly School System where your education, welfare and protection are
our utmost concern. Journey with us from Kinder to Grade 12! We will assure
you that when you leave the system, you will be a truly pride of the Filipino
people – a responsible and accountable citizen of the World. After your stay
with us, you may opt to be an entrepreneur, or pursue a higher degree of
education or find a job that fits your qualifications. We’re here to assist you to
pursue your aspirations and we will surely bring you there!

 ENROLMENT PROCEDURES (DepEd Order No. 3, s. 2018)

Enrolment in the Public School starts with the Early Registration. This is
a month-long activity. It commences on the last Saturday of January and ends
on the last Friday of February of each year. This is to ensure that by the
opening of classes our school is ready to accept and accommodate you. We
encourage you and your parents and the other learners to avail of this
program. In this way, you are assisting the DepEd to prepare and plan for your
pleasant and comfortable journey with us.

 Who are Qualified & What to Bring?

LEVEL ELIGIBILITY NEEDED DOCUMENTS
Grade 7 Grade 6 graduate  Grade 6 School Form 9 (formerly
Report Card/ Form 138-E)
PEPT Passer or Accreditation  PEPT/A&E Test Result
Grade and Equivalency (A&E) Test  PSA Birth Certificate
11 Passer
Grade 10 Completer  Grade 10 SF 9 (formerly Report
Card/ Form 138-A)
PEPT Passer or A&E Test  PEPT/A&E Test Result
Passer  PSA Birth Certificate

In the absence of PSA Birth Certificate, the parent/guardian must

submit any of the following:
 Birth Certificate (Late Registration) from the Local Civil Registrar
 Barangay Certification containing:
 Full name of child
 Name of Parents
 Date of Birth
 Sex
REMINDER: All documents are to be submitted until August 31 of the school
year they are enrolled in.

ADDITIONAL
REQUIRED REQUIREMENTS TO
SPECIAL CASE DOCUMENTS UPON BE SUBMITTED
ENROLMENT DURING THE
SCHOOL YEAR
Learners from schools  Birth Certificate or
abroad (Philippine or equivalent
Foreign)  Latest Report Card/  Transcript of
academic record Record
 PEPT Certificate of
Rating
Learners from non-DepEd  PEPT/PVT Rating
accredited schools Certificate
 PSA Birth Certificate
Balik-aral Learner  SF 9/Report Card
(Form 138) of last
school year attended
or PEPT Rating
Certificate  PSA Birth
Grade 7 Qualifier via A&E  A&E Elementary Certificate
Elementary Level Test Level Certificate of
Passer Rating
Grade 11 Qualifier via  A&E Junior High
A&E Junior High School School Level
Level Test Passer Certificate of Rating
Displaced learners due  Any proof of identity  SF 9/Report Card
to: or means directed by (Form 138)
 Ongoing war the Central Office and/or
 Armed conflict  PEPT/A&E Rating
 Disasters/calamities Certificate

 What if I cannot submit the requirements?

For transferees, you are given on or before August 31 of the current

school year to submit the SF 9 (formerly Form 138). Otherwise you will be
declared as Temporarily Enrolled.
Until the SF 9 is submitted, temporarily enrolled students:
 shall submit an Affidavit of Undertaking signed by the
parent/guardian
  shall be given a Temporary Progress Report. This is only given to
monitor the progress of the learner and will not be accepted for
transfer or enrolment purpose.

 Will I be accepted if I enrolled late in the School Year?

Yes, learners may be accepted if he/she will be able to:
 meet 80% of the prescribed number of school days of the school
year; and
 meet the quarterly requirements to pass the Grade Level.

 Will I pay something upon enrolment?

No. The DepEd adheres to the NO COLLECTION POLICY. No learner will
be hindered from enrolling and be burdened to pay unnecessary fees just to be
admitted in public schools.

 The Learner Information System (LIS) and Learner Reference

Number (LRN)

As learners in the DepEd, you shall be registered in the Learner

Information System (LIS) that stores your profile or basic information.
In order to facilitate the tracking of learners and your performance,
a Unique Learner Reference Number (LRN) shall be issued to all public
school learners and Alternative Learning System (ALS) learners. Your
LRN is a permanent twelve (12)-digit number which you shall keep while
completing the basic education program, regardless of transfer to
another school or learning center in the public or private sector, and
promotion/moving up to the secondary level.
Your LRN shall be incorporated in all documents, forms,
examinations, surveys and databases which refer to a learner. In
particular, your LRN shall be indicated in the learners’ Permanent
Record (Form 137), Report Card (Form 138), ALS Certificate, Diploma or
Portfolio, National Achievement Test (NAT), and Accreditation and
Equivalency (A&E) Examination.

 WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE NO COLLECTION POLICY

(DepEd Order No. 41, s. 2012)

No collection of any fees during the enrolment period up to the 1 st month

of classes.

Starting the 2nd month of every school year, authorized contributions

may be collected but on a voluntary basis only.
Authorized Contributions

Membership Fee/Contribution Amount/Learner Reference

DepEd
Boy Scouts of the Philippines
P 50.00 Memorandum (DM)
(BSP)
513, s. 2009
Girl Scouts of the Philippines
P 50.00 DM 235, s. 2009
(GSP)
Philippine National Red Cross
P 50.00 DO 66, s. 2012
(PNRC)
Anti-TB Fund Drive P 5.00 DO 31, s. 2001
Reasonable amount
Parents-Teachers Association determined by the DO 54, s. 2009
(PTA) PTAs General DM 143, s. 2016
Assembly
School Publication P 90 for Secondary DO 19, s. 2008
Membership in pupil/student Based on existing
DO 48, s. 2009
organizations school policies

In no case shall non-payment of these voluntary contributions or

membership fees shall be made as a basis for:
 Admission
 Non-promotion
 Non issuance of clearance

Teachers and other school personnel are not allowed to collect fees or
contributions nor shall they be entrusted with the safekeeping and
disbursement of collections of these fees.
Sale of tickets and/or collection of contributions in any form whatsoever,
by any person for any purpose is prohibited by law (Republic Act 5546).
 CHAPTER 3
RIGHTS, DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, ROLES AND OBLIGATIONS

RIGHTS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF LEARNERS

As learners in public school, you have the following duties and obligations,
in addition to those provided for under relevant laws, subject to limitations
prescribed by laws and regulations as stipulated in:

The Education Act of 1982, Batas Pambansa Blg. 232:

Exert his utmost to develop his potentialities for service, particularly by

undergoing an education suited to his abilities, in order that he may be an
asset to his family and to his society;
Uphold the academic integrity of the school, endeavor to achieve academic
excellence and abide by the rules and regulations governing his academic
responsibilities and moral integrity;
Promote and maintain the peace and tranquility of the school by observing the
rules and discipline, and by exerting efforts to attain harmonious relationship
with fellow students, the teaching and academic staff and other school
personnel;
Participate actively in civic 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;
Exercise his rights responsibly in the knowledge that he is answerable for any
infringement or violation of the public welfare and of the rights of other;

b. DepEd Order No. 11, s. 2016:

Every learner has the responsibility to observe and to uphold the laws of the
Republic of the Philippines, the rules and regulations of the school and the
Constitution and By-Laws of Supreme Pupil Governments (SPG) /Supreme
Student Government (SSG);
Every learner shall exercise his/her rights responsibly and in good faith;
Every learner shall support and promote the ideals, principles, thrusts, and
objectives of the SPG/SSG, the School, and the Department of Education;
Every learner shall uphold the values of honesty and integrity;
Every learner shall endeavor to achieve academic excellence and shall abide by
the rules and regulations governing his/her academic responsibilities;
Every learner shall pursue to nurture an inclusive, service-oriented, gender-
sensitive, and environment conscious community;
Every learner shall abide by the SPG/SGG Constitution and By-Laws;
Every learner shall support the activities and programs of the SPG/SSG and
the Department of Education as approved by the appropriate DepEd issuances;
and
Every learner shall strive to become a proactive member of the society and to
contribute in the development of his/her community;

Attendance and punctuality (DepEd Book of Rules - Service Manual. Chapter

3. Section1.2, pp. 128)

Regularity of attendance and punctuality are required in all classes. A learner

who has been absent or has cut classes is required to present a letter of
explanation from his/her parents or guardian or to bring them to school for a
short conference with the section adviser or guidance counselor as the case
may be;
2. Attendance of learners in special holidays, activities relative to their
religion, e.g. Ramadan, shall be allowed provided permission from the
school head is sought;
3. Absences. A learner who incurs absences of more than twenty
percent of the prescribed number of classes or laboratory periods
during the school year or term should be given a failing grade or
given no credit for the course our subject. Furthermore, the school
head may at his/her discretion and in the individual case exempt a
learner who exceeds the twenty percent limit for reasons considered
valid and acceptable to the school. Such discretion shall not excuse
the learner concerned from responsibility in keeping up with lesson,
assignments and taking examinations where indicated. The
discretionary authority is vested in the school head and may not be
availed of by a learner nor granted by a faculty member without the
consent of the school head.
4. Habitual tardiness especially during the first period in the morning
and in the afternoon shall not be allowed. Teachers concerned shall
call the attention of the parents of learner concerned or visit him at
home
 LEARNERS’ ACTIVITIES

The Department of Education recognizes the integral part of co-curricular

activities in schools in producing holistically developed learners. The delivery of
the curriculum is not just contained within the four (4) walls of the classrooms.
Learners need to be exposed to discover their interests and talents while
developing values and competencies that will maximize their full potentials.
Participation in co-curricular activities allows learners to develop their
leadership and followership skills, foster social integration, sense of belonging,
commitment, sense of responsibility to school, community, and nation.

Recognized Learners’ Organizations in Schools

The following are the school organizations recognized by the Department of

Education:
 Supreme Student Government (SSG)
The Supreme Student Government (SSG) being the highest
governing body of the learners, is the foremost co-curricular student
organization authorized to operate and implement pertinent programs,
projects and activities in schools nationwide. It lays the groundwork for
good governance, volunteerism, unity and cooperation by providing the
students various venues where they can improve their leadership
knowledge, skills and attitudes. It trains students to become better
members of society in accordance with the ideals and principles of
participatory democracy and good citizenship. More importantly, it helps
the Department of Education (DepEd) achieve its thrusts as indicated in
the Education for All (EFA) Goals, Millennium Development Goals
(MDGs) and the Basic Education Social Reform Agenda (BESRA)
Moreover, all schools are enjoined to implement the One School,
One Supreme Student Government Policy. The Student Government
Program consists of two (2) school-based organizations: the Supreme
Pupil Government (SPG) and the Supreme Student Government (SSG).

 Youth for Environment in Schools (YES) Organization

As per DepEd Order 72, s. 2003, the Department of Education
(DepED), in partnership with the Department of Environment and
Natural Resources (DENR), establishes the Youth for Environment in
Schools Organization (Yes-O) as the only recognized co-curricular
environmental club or organization in the schools and consolidates all
other environmental and/or ecology clubs or organizations in school with
 main and primary programs or projects for the environment or ecology in
the said Organization.

 Boy/Girl Scouting Movement

As stipulated in DepEd Order No. 68, s. 2003, the Scouting
Movement, through the Boy Scouts of the Philippines (BSP) and the Girl
Scouts of the Philippines (GSP), is an effective program in the leadership
and value formation of every child. The main objective of this Program is
consistent with the Department’s mission to enhance, support, and
develop boys and girls into well-rounded individuals with exemplary
character. The BSP and the GSP have, so far, produced leaders who are
true to the Scout Oath and Law or Girl Scout Promise and Law.
With its impressive track record on youth development, the DepEd
recognizes the significant role of the BSP and the GSP in helping the
school system mold pupils and students into responsible and responsive
citizens of the country. As a co-curricular program, scouting activities
help stem away vices and bad influences of drugs and peers.
Membership and participation in Boy/Girl Scouting indicates the
interest of pupils and students in worthwhile activities which develop
productive skills through leadership programs and projects that
contribute to values development and character formation of the
schoolchildren.

 School Publication/School Newspaper

The Campus Journalism Act of 1991 upholds and protects the

freedom of the press even at the campus level. It promotes the
development and growth of campus journalism as a means of
strengthening ethical values, encouraging critical and creative thinking
and developing moral character and personal discipline of the Filipino
youth.

Recognition of Clubs and Organizations

Other than the organizations stated above, learners may also establish
their organization. This however should be subject to the approval or
disapproval of the School Head.
For a club/organization to be recognized, the following must be submitted:
 Clubs Constitution and By-Laws
 List of Officers and Members
 General Plan of Action
 Calendar of Activities
  Name of the Recommended Club Adviser who is a permanent teacher of
the school
 Other requirements as may be identified by the School Head

All the submitted documents shall be checked by the school head or any
designated learners’ affairs/activities coordinator. Once approved, the Office of
the School Head shall issue a duly signed Certificate of Recognition valid for
one (1) school year. Recognition of organizations shall be renewed annually.

At the end of the school year, officers of recognized clubs and organizations
shall submit to the Office of the School Head the following reports:
 Portfolio of Accomplishments for the Entire School Year
 Financial/Liquidation Reports
 General Plan of Action for the Next School Year

Recognition of learners’ clubs/organizations may be revoked by the school

head for a period of one school year if club officers fail to submit the above-
mentioned requirements prior to the opening of the succeeding school year.
After the one school year revocation, these clubs shall again undergo the
process of recognition.

This particular provision however does not apply to organizations already

recognized by the Department of Education in their previous issuances.

Brigada Eskwela

The Brigada Eskwela (BE) is an annual activity of the DepEd. This is one
of the DepEd’s frontline initiative enjoining local communities to respond to the
needs of public schools. The BE is week-long clean-up and beautification
exercise. This is a good avenue for you, your classmates, friends and neighbors
to reunite and converge for a common purpose – to prepare your school for the
opening of classes. Come and join for a fulfilling experience!

Competitions outside the School

There are also other competitions recognized by DepEd outside the
school that you can participate in. It would be a great privilege for you to
showcase your talents, skills and knowledge, as well as bring the name of your
school on the map. If you are selected by your school to participate in these
said competitions, do not hesitate to join, prepare, and do your best.
While we recognize the importance of you winning in the competitions, it
is equally important for you to not neglect your academic standing in school.
You, with the help of your teacher-trainer and class adviser, may talk to your
subject teachers so that they can give you considerations while you are
preparing and competing in these contests. You may ask for additional or
make-up activities to catch up with the lost class time and classwork that you
may and had missed.

ROLES AND OBLIGATIONS OF PARENTS

1. RIGHTS OF PARENTS

In addition to other rights under existing laws, all parents who have
children enrolled in a school have the following rights as stated in
Education Act of 1982 (Batas Pambansa Blg. 232), Chapter 2:
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 school
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.

2. DUTIES AND OBLIGATIONS OF PARENTS

Your parents or guardians are our partners in school. They play a major
role in achieving the success of your educational pursuits. They have the
following duties and obligations individually or collectively, through the
school system in addition to other duties and obligations under existing
laws, all parents who have children enrolled in a school have the following
duties and obligations as stated in Education Act of 1982 (Batas Pambansa
Blg. 232), Chapter 3. They shall:

Help carry out the educational objectives in accordance with national

goals;
Be obliged to enable their children to obtain elementary education and
shall strive to enable them to obtain secondary and higher education in
the pursuance of the right formation of the youth;
Cooperate with the school in the implementation of the school programs,
curricular and co-curricular projects and activities, such as:
a. Attending General Assemblies, Homeroom PTA Meetings, Teacher-
Parent Conferences, Guidance-Parent Conferences, General PTA
Meetings, Distribution of Cards and other meetings and conferences
called for by the school;
b. Attend Parent-Teacher conferences focused on monitoring and
supervising the academic performance and behavior of his/her
son/ward. To avoid disruption of classes and implementation on the
Policy on Time-On-Task, Parent-Teacher conferences must be done
 as scheduled during vacant period of the teacher and/or before or
after class hours.
c. Support and attend DepEd, school and GPTA initiated programs,
projects and activities like; (a) Brigade Eskwela, (b) Early
Registration, (c) Gulayan sa Paaralan and other school activities;

ROLES AND OBLIGATIONS OF SCHOOL PERSONNEL

Learners like you are our utmost concern and priority. You are the heart
of the educational system in the Department of Education. We will guide
you on your education journey, however your success will depend on you.
Your school head, teacher and other school personnel will guide and help
you attain your educational pursuits. They have the following roles, duties
and obligations individually or collectively, through the school system in
addition to other duties and obligations under existing laws:

a. SCHOOL HEAD

Republic Act No. 9155 (Governance of Basic Education) Section 6.2.E

in consistent with existing laws, national educational policies, plans
and standards, stipulates that “The school head, who may be assisted
by an assistant school head, shall be both an instructional leader and
administrative manager. The school head shall form a team with the
school teachers/learning facilitators for delivery of quality educational
programs, projects and services. A core of non-teaching staff shall
handle the school’s administrative, fiscal and auxiliary services.
Consistent with the national education policies, plans and standards,
the school heads shall have authority, accountability and
responsibility in the delivery of quality education programs, projects
and services. Republic Act No. 9155 (Governance of Basic Education)
VI. Section 6.2.E, DepEd Book of Rules II Chapter 2. Section 4.2 and
CSC RPMS-IPCRF states the powers, duties and functions of school
heads.

a. TEACHERS

Republic Act 232 or Education Act of 1982 and CSC RPMS-IPCRF,

consistent with existing laws, national educational policies, plans and
standards states that 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. Teachers have authority, accountability and
responsibility in the delivery of quality education as facilitators of
learning.
a. GUIDANCE COUNSELOR

The Guidance Counselor provides educational services and programs

geared on personality development, counseling, follow-up, orientation,
research, peer counseling and career guidance. He/she offers
counseling services to learners when they need and seek them and or
upon recommendation of the class adviser, teachers and other school
personnel in consultation with parents following the confidentiality
clause. Guidance Services Manual and CSC RPMS-IPCRF consistent
with existing laws, national educational policies, plans and standards
state the duties and function of Guidance Counselors.

a. SCHOOL LIBRARIAN

DepED Order No. 19, s. 2016, consistent with existing laws, national
educational policies, plans and standards states that the school
librarian is responsible in providing learning support to learners on
their researches, assignments and projects. The school librarian will
ensure efficient and effective access to learning resources for
individual teachers and learners, as well as scheduled visits by class
groups and shall be responsible for the overall management of the
school library.

a. PROPERTY CUSTODIAN

DepEd Property Custodian Manual, consistent with existing laws,

national educational policies, plans and standards stipulates that
Designated Property Custodian of the school have authority,
responsibility and accountability to maintain and safe keep the
supplies, materials and equipment and other properties of the school
which include issuance of Learner’s Materials (LMs) and other
supplementary learning materials, and equipment available in the
school to the different requesting end-users with corresponding
Inventory Custodian Slip (ICS) and Acknowledgement Receipt on
Equipment (ARE).

f. SCHOOL PHYSICIAN, DENTIST AND NURSE

To support the delivery of basic education through programs, projects,

and the provision of needed resources to the schools divisions in order
to create an environment conducive to learning and ensure learner
readiness to learn through School Health and Nutrition, Education
Facilities and Programs and Services (DRRM, School Sports, Guidance
and Counseling, etc), the medical and dental personnel shall
 safeguard the health of the learners and school personnel on campus.
As a learner, you shall be provided medical and dental consultations
and dispensary treatment (initial dose), as well as first aid treatment
of wounds acquired in accidents occurring inside the school premises
during school hours.

g. UTILITY WORKER (ADMINISTRATIVE AIDE)

CSC RPMS-IPCRF for Administrative Aide 1 (Utility Worker),

consistent with existing laws, national educational policies, plans and
standards stipulates the duties, function and responsibilities of Utility
Workers in making the school safe, child-friendly and conducive to
learning by maintaining the cleanliness and orderliness of offices,
buildings, comfort rooms and school grounds. Making minor repairs of
furniture and fixtures and coordinating with other utility workers and
employees in the accomplishment of school projects, programs and
activities.

a. SCHOOL GUARD/WATCHMAN
CSC RPMS-IPCRF for School Guard/Watchman, consistent with
existing laws, national educational policies, plans and standards
stipulates the duties, function and responsibilities of School
Guard/Watchman in making the school safe, child-friendly and
conducive to learning by serving as the school security personnel.
He/She will protect the learners as well as the DepEd Officials and
employees, safeguard and protect buildings, properties, equipment,
supplies, and cargos, accost suspicious persons and reports unusual
happenings and incidents, investigate offenses and violations and
prepare reports for submission to immediate officers, maintain proper
decorum and courtesy to all incoming and outgoing learners, parents,
employees and guests, maintain peace and order within the vicinity,
issue gate passes of the parents, visitors and other stakeholders.
Assist in the conduct of emergency response and operates and
maintain security equipment (CCTV) if applicable.

a. CANTEEN TEACHER/IN-CHARGE/PERSONNEL

DepEd Order No. 8, s. 2007 and CSC RPMS-IPCRF for Canteen

Teachers, consistent with existing laws, national educational policies,
plans and standards stipulates the duties, function and
responsibilities of Canteen Teachers in maintaining the health,
nutrition and well-being of the learners, school personnel and other
 stakeholders in school by planning menu, preparing clean, nutritious
and healthy food. The Canteen Teacher and Personnel shall ensure
excellent service for school populace, improve and provide efficient
canteen personnel for good service to students and teachers, improve
and provide efficient canteen personnel for good service to students
and teachers and establish educational and safe canteen environment.

ROLES AND OBLIGATIONS OF OTHER STAKEHOLDERS

External stakeholders are composed of the Local School Board, Barangay

Officials, Local Government Unit (LGU), Alumni, Retirees, Professionals,
Religious Groups, Non-Government Organizations (NGO), School Governing
Council, Business and Corporate Establishment and other community
stakeholders. Their involvement and support have a big impact on the
development of school improvement policies, planning the School Improvement
Plan (SIP) and Annual Improvement Plan (AIP), providing resources to the
school through donation on the implementation of the different programs,
projects and activities of the school consistent with the school and DepEd
Vision, Mission Goals and Objectives.
 CHAPTER 4
THE K TO 12 BASIC EDUCATION PROGRAM

The Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013 also known as the K to 12

Basic Education Program is intended for you to meet basic learning needs
which provide the foundation on which your subsequent learning can be
based.

OVERVIEW OF THE K TO 12 BASIC EDUCATION PROGRAM

The K to 12 Program covers Kindergarten and 12 years of basic

education (six years of primary education, four years of Junior High
School, and two years of Senior High School [SHS]) to provide sufficient time
for mastery of concepts and skills, develop lifelong learners, and prepare
graduates for tertiary education, middle-level skills development, employment,
and entrepreneurship.

It also encompasses Alternative Delivery Modes (ADM) and Flexible

Learning Option (FLO) that are tried and tested alternative modalities of
education delivery within the confines of the formal system that allow schools
to deliver quality education to marginalized learners and those at risk of
dropping out. These ADM/FLO modalities include:
1. Enhanced Instructional Management by Parents, Community and
Teachers (E-IMPACT)
 2. Modified In-School Off-School Approach (MISOSA)
3. Home-school
4. Night High School (NHS)
5. Open High School Program (OHSP)
6. Alternative Learning System (ALS)
7. Project EASE (Effective and Affordable Secondary Education)
8. Other local initiatives.

As graduate of the basic education, you shall be an empowered individual

who has learned, through a program that is rooted on sound educational
principles and geared towards excellence, the foundations for learning
throughout life, the competence to engage in work and be productive, the
ability to coexist in fruitful harmony with local and global communities, the
capability to engage in autonomous, creative, and critical thinking, and the
capacity and willingness to transform others and one’s self.

INCLUSIVE EDUCATION

 Alternative Learning System (ALS)- K to 12 Basic Education Program

Learning Communication Skills (English)

Strand 1: Communication Skills (Filipino)
Learning
Scientific Literacy and Critical Thinking Skills
Strand 2:
Learning
Mathematical and Problem Solving Skills
Strand 3:
Learning
Life and Career Skills
Strand 4:
Learning
Understanding the Self and Society
Strand 5:
Learning
Digital Literacy
Strand 6:

It is a parallel learning system in the Philippines that provides a practical

option to the existing formal instruction when one does not have or cannot
access formal education in schools. ALS also includes both formal and informal
sources of knowledge and skills.

There are two major programs on ALS. One is the Basic Literacy Program
and the other is the Continuing Education Program – Accreditation and
Equivalency (A&E). Both programs are modular and flexible. This means that
learning can take place anytime and anyplace depending on the convenience
and availability of the learners.
 Madrasah Education Program

It is a comprehensive program that aims to provide appropriate relevant

educational opportunities within the context of their cultures, customs,
traditions, beliefs, and interests through the integration of the Arabic Language
and Islamic Values Education (ALIVE) in public schools and K to 12
Curriculum in private madaris in the basic education program and Technical-
Vocational Livelihood for Muslim out-of-school youth and adult so that every
Muslim Filipino shall have the intellectual and educational capacity to
participate in nation building (DepEd Order No. 41, s. 2017).

 Special Education

The state shall promote the right of every individual to relevant quality
education regardless of sex, age, breed, socio-economic status, physical and
mental condition, social or ethnic origin, political and other affiliation. The
state shall therefore promote and maintain equality of access to education as
well as the enjoyment of the benefits of education by its entire citizen (BP Blg.
232).
Every child with special needs has the right to an educational program that
is suitable to his needs. Special Education shares with regular education basic
responsibilities of the educational system to fulfil the right of the child to
develop to his full potential.
The ultimate goal of the Special Education shall be the integration or
mainstreaming of learners with special educational needs into the regular
school system and eventually in the community.

 Indigenous Peoples Education Program

The National Indigenous Peoples Education (IPEd) Program is DepEd’s

response to the right of indigenous peoples (IP) communities to basic education
that is responsive to their context, respects their identities and promotes the
value of their indigenous knowledge, competencies and other aspects of their
cultural heritage (DepEd Order No. 32, s. 2015).
It is a systematic and comprehensive policy program initiative that is
pursued on a national-scale and implemented in partnership with indigenous
communities in keeping with the rights-based approach and the principle of
participation, inclusion and empowerment.
GENDER AND DEVELOPMENT THEORETICAL APPROACH AND GENDER-
RESPONSIVE BASIC EDUCATION POLICY
Gender and Development (GAD) approach focuses on the socially
constructed differences between men and women and the need to challenge
existing gender roles and relations.
This policy provides the guidelines for Gender-Responsive Basic
Education that shall allow the DepEd to integrate the principles of gender
equality, gender equity, gender sensitivity, non-discrimination and human
rights in the provision and governance of basic education.
Through this policy, the DepEd commits to gender equality through
gender-responsive basic education to holistically develop Filipinos with access
to quality, culture-based basic education in a learner-friendly, safe and
nurturing environment with the provision to continuously improve its support
systems at all levels of governance (DepEd Order No. 32, s. 2017).
For other national observances, commemorations and holidays refer to
the annual issued DepEd School Calendar and any other announcements
made by the local and national government.

GRADING SYSTEM

The learners of the Basic Education Program use a standard and competency-
based grading system. The minimum grade needed to pass a specific area is
60, which is transmuted to 75 in the report card. The lowest mark that will
appear on the report card is 60 for quarterly grades and final grade.

Definition of Terms:

Classroom assessment is an ongoing process of identifying, gathering,

organizing, and interpreting quantitative and qualitative information about
what learners know and can do.
Formative Assessment may be seen as assessment of learning so teachers
can make adjustments in their instruction. It is also assessment as learning
wherein students reflect on their progress.
Summative Assessment may be seen as assessment of learning which occurs
at the end of a particular unit. Describe the standard reach by learner.

 WEIGHT OF THE COMPONENTS FOR GRADES 1-10

Components Langua AP EsP Science Math MAPEH EPP/TLE

ges
Written Work 30 % 40% 20%
Performance 50% 40% 60%
  Tasks
Quarter
20% 20% 20%
Assessment

 WEIGHT OF THE COMPONENTS FOR SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

Technical-
Academic Tracks Vocational and
Livelihood (TVL)/
Sports / Arts and
Design Track
Work
Core Immersion/
Subjects Research/ Work
Business All Immersion/
All other
Enterprise other Research
subjects
Simulation/ subjects Exhibit/
Exhibit/ Performance
Performanc
e
Written
25% 25% 35% 20%
Works
11 to 12

Performance
50% 45% 40% 60%
Task
Quarterly
25% 30% 25% 20%
Assessment

 LEARNER PROMOTION AND RETENTION

Requirements Decision
For  Final Grades of at least 75 in Promoted to the next grade
Grades 7- all learning areas level
10  Did Not Meet expectations in Must pass remedial classes for
Learners not more than two learning learning areas with failing
areas mark to be promoted to the
next level. Otherwise the
learner is retained in the same
grade level.
 Did Not Meet Expectations Retained in the same grade
in three or more learning level
areas
  Must pass all learning areas
in the Elementary
 Must pass all learning areas
in the Junior High School
 Final Grade of at least 75 in
all learning areas in a
semester
 Did Not Meet Expectations
in a prerequisite subject in
a learning
Grades 11
to 12
Learners  Did Not Meet Expectations
in any subjects any learning
area at the end of the
semester
 Must pass all subjects or
learning areas in Senior
High School Certificate
 Earn the Elementary
Certificate
 Promoted to Junior High
School
 Earn the Junior Certificate
 Promoted to Senior High
School
Can proceed to the next
semester
Must pass remedial classes for
failed competencies in the
subject before being allowed to
enrol in the higher-level
subject
Must pass remedial classes for
failed competencies in the
subject or learning areas to be
allowed to enrol in the next
semester. Otherwise the
learner must retake the
subjects failed.
Earn the Senior High School
Certificate

 PROVISION ON REMEDIAL AND RECOMPUTED GRADE

For learners who Did Not Meet Expectations in at most two learning
areas must take remedial classes. Remedial classes are conducted after the
Final Grades have been computed. The learner must pass the remedial classes
to be promoted to the next grade level.
The teacher of the remedial class issues the Certificate of Recomputed
Final Grade, which is noted by the school principal. This is submitted to the
Division office and must be attached to both form 137 and School Form
Number 5.
The learner can enrol in the next grade level for Grades 1-10 and in the
next semester for Grades 11-12 upon presentation of the Certificate of
Recomputed Final Grade.

Source: DepEd Order No. 8 s, 2015 (Policy Guidelines on

Classroom Assessment for K-12 Basic Education Program)
DepEd Order No. 29, s. 2015 ( Clarification of DO No. 8, 2015)
 NATIONAL ASSESSMENT OF STUDENT LEARNING
(DepEd Order No. 55, s. 2016)

Assessment is the process of measuring your progress in the attainment

of learning standards and 21st century skills. The results of the various forms
of assessment shall be used to quantify judgments on your academic
performance.

The national assessment of student learning is an integral part of

DepEd’s assessment framework. These are the following assessments that you
will take through the Bureau of Education Assessment:

a. Early Language, Literacy, and Numeracy Assessment to be administered at

the end of Grade 3 as a key stage assessment to determine if students are
meeting the learning standards in early language, literacy, and numeracy;

a. Exit Assessments to be administered in Grade 6, Grade 10 and Grade 12

to determine if learners are meeting the learning standards of the
Elementary, Junior High School and Senior High School curriculum;

a. Career Assessment to be administered in Grade 9 to determine learners’

aptitudes and occupational interests for career guidance;

a. Accreditation and Equivalency Assessment to be taken by out-of-school

youth and adults to certify completion of elementary and secondary
education; and

a. Grade Level Placement Assessment for learners in special circumstances to

determine their appropriate grade level in the formal system.

Moreover, as learners in the Department of Education, you need to

develop the 21st century skills. 21st-century Skills are abilities embedded in the
K to 12 Basic Education Curriculum that learners must acquire. These
include:

 Communication Skills refers to the ability to express one’s self clearly and
collaborate with others.

 Information, Media and Technology Skills refers to the ability to gather,

manage, evaluate, use, and synthesize information through media and
technology.
 Learning and Innovation Skills refers to the ability to think critically, analyze
and solve problems, create and implement innovations, and generate
functional knowledge.

 Life and Career Skills refers to intrinsic and socialized personal values,
ethics, and attitudes for life after basic education and learning within the
workforce.

AWARDS AND RECOGNITION

Awards have been designed to formally recognize the outstanding

performance of learners in academic, leadership, and social responsibilities,
among other aspect of student progress and development. This awards are
given encourage learners to strive for excellence and to become pro-active
members of the school and community.

All learners, including transferee, who have met the standards, criteria
and guidelines set by DepEd Policies, shall be recognized. There can be two or
more recipient of any awards. However, should there be no qualified learner the
awards should not be given. For Learners in the (SpEd), who follow the basic
education Program the same policy guidelines shall apply. Learners using a
modified curriculum may receive recognition in the class may receive
recognition in the class based on their performance in meeting the standard of
their curriculum.
 Classroom Awards
Are recognition given to learners in ach class or section. A simple
recognition may be given quarter, semester or at the end of the school year.
Awardees are given merit by the adviser and/or other subject teacher in
recognition of the learners’ outstanding performance in class.
 Performance Award for Kindergarten
 Conduct Awards
 Academic Excellence Award

Academic Excellence Award Average Grade per

Quarter
 With Highest Honors/ May Pinakamataas 98-100
na Karangalan
 With High Honors/ May Mataas na 95-97
Karangalan
 With Honors/ May Karangalan 90-94
 Recognition for Perfect Attendance
 Grade Level Awards

Are given to qualified learner for every grade level at the end of the school
year. Candidates for the awards are deliberated by the Awards Committee
(AC) if they have met the given criteria.

 Academic Excellence Award Given

Academic Excellence Award Average Grade per

Quarter
 With Highest Honors/ May Pinakamataas 98-100
na Karangalan
 With High Honors/ May Mataas na 95-97
Karangalan
 With Honors/ May Karangalan 90-94

 Leadership Awards
The Leadership Award is given to learners in grades 6, 10, and 12.

 Awards for Outstanding Performance in Specific Disciplines

This Award is given to recognize learners in grade 6, 10, and 12
who have exhibited exemplary skills and achievement in specific
disciplines.
 Athletics
 Arts
 Communication arts
 Mathematics
 Science
 Social science
 Technical Vocational Education (Tech-Voc)

 Award for Work Immersion

Award for Work Immersion is specific to Senior High School Track.

 Award for Research or Innovation.

Award for Research or Innovation is specific to Senior High School
Track. Grade 12 graduating Student – individuals, pairs, or groups of
not more than four members.

 Awards for Club or Organization Achievement

 Special Awards
 Learners who have represented and/or won in competitions at the district,
division, regional, national, or international levels will be recognized. These
awardees have demonstrated their exemplary performance in academics,
athletics, and the arts, and/ or represented the school in DepEd recognize
activities.

 Determining Awards
Awards shall be determined by the Awards Committee (AC). The committee
will be organized by the School Head. The committee must be composed of
at least three teaching staff, guidance counsellor or designated teacher.

 Filing Protest
Cases of protest shall be filed by the candidates with his/her parent or
guardian to the School Head within three (3) working days from the
announcement shall be decided on by the school head or principal,
considering the recommendations of the AC within three (3) working days
from filing.

Source: DepEd Order No. 36 s, 2016 (Policy Guidelines on

Awards & Recognition for the K to 12 Basic Education Program)

BASIC EDUCATION LEARNERS SERVICES

The school offers various forms of services that you can enjoy while learning
in the school. These pertain to both academic and non-academic services that
would cater to your needs. Use of these facilities is guided by rules and
regulations that you need to follow. We want you to be responsible and
accountable to all the facilities in the school so that other learners can also use
them in the future.

 ANCILLARY FACILITIES
 Clinic
The school clinic is designed to maintain and improve your health
by preventing diseases, promoting health-related knowledge, attitudes,
skills, and practices (D.O. # 43, s. 2011). The clinic is manned by a
competent nurse or physician to take of your health related needs.

 Guidance Office
The guidance office takes care of your psycho-social well-being and
welfare. It provides learner-friendly services that respond to your various
academic and non-academic needs. The various guidance programs and
 services will equip you with necessary knowledge, skills, and attitudes to
become mature and socially responsible individual. This Office is taken
care of by the Guidance Counselor or the Teacher in-charge of guidance
and counseling.

 School Canteen
The school canteen is a great place for you and your friends to
enjoy healthy eating habits. The canteen sells food items that are
healthy, nutritious and affordable (D.O. No. 13, s. 2017). It serves to
eliminate malnutrition and food poisoning in the school. The canteen is
operated and managed by the Canteen Teacher under the general
supervision of the school principal/head.

 Security
The school provides measures to secure and supervise your safety
while in school. Further, the security serves to protect your life and
property and that of the other learners and school personnel as well.

 ACADEMIC FACILITIES
 Library
The school library is a place for you to study and to enrich your
learning by reading books, journals, e-books. You can do your research
activities here through the assistance of the School Librarian.

 Laboratories
There are laboratories available in the school like Science and
Mathematics, ICT, among others. In order to ensure safety in science
laboratories, you are directed to follow strictly the guidelines provided in
the Laboratory Manuals on the management of hazards and observance
of safety measures in the performance of laboratory activities and
handling of tools and equipment and chemicals (D.O # 48, s. 2006).

 NON-ACADEMIC FACILITIES
 Recreational Facilities
The school provides recreational facilities on the provision of
ongoing and developmentally-appropriate activities so that the learners
can practice, create, apply and evaluate the knowledge, understanding
and skills necessary to maintain and enhance their own as well as
others’ fitness and health through participation in physical activities
(CG G10 – PE).

 Health and Nutrition Facilities

These facilities will provide prompt, efficient, and quality
healthcare services to enhance your well-being. It includes first aid,
medical, oral, dental care, feeding and nutrition.
 SSG /PTA
This is the place where your class/school officers meet to plan
activities for your further development. It serves to foster leadership and
promote your welfare and excellence (D.O. # 11, s. 2016).
PREVENTIVE MEASURE INSIDE THE SCHOOL/OFFICE PREMISES

 A “No Facemask No Entry” policy inside the school and all offices shall be
strictly enforced.
 Check body temperature of all who are entering the school/office
premises. It should be taken using a thermal scanner by the School
Health Coordinator or School DRRM Coordinator. If temperature is above
37.8 °C bring the person to the clinic. In case of a learner the adviser
should call the parents to take the child to the hospital or nearest Health
Center for checkup.
 A footbath at the entrance of the classroom/office (21 tbsp sodium
hypochlorite (Clorox) mix to 1 gallon of water)
 Arrange seats in the faculty rooms and classrooms at least 1.0 to 2
meters apart depending on the size of the room.
 Continue practicing social distancing measures of at least 3 feet or 1
meter to reduce the possibility of person-to-person transmission. This
distance should be observed even as to apparently healthy persons
without symptoms
 Respiratory etiquette among teachers, non-teaching personnel and
learners must be properly observed. Covering mouth and nose when
coughing and sneezing with tissue or their shirt sleeves, dispose properly
used tissues in closed bins and immediately wash hands thereafter.
 Teaching, non-teaching staff experiencing cough, colds, fever, sore
throat, anemia and difficulty of breathing must stay home and seek early
consultation to avoid further spread of infection. A medical certificate is
required upon return to work.
 Ensure access to basic hygiene facilities such as toilets, handwashing
areas, water, soap, alcohol, sanitizer
 Additional functional handwashing areas near the entrance of the school
and waiting area with soap.
 Well-ventilated room for the faculty, classroom and school clinic.
 Weekend school-wide general cleaning and intensified disinfection, on
top of regular cleaning efforts during school days. Cleaning and
disinfecting the environment regularly every two hours for high touch
area such as toilet, doorknobs, switches and at least once every day for
workstations and other surfaces.

Source: Regional Memorandum No. 151 s.2020

Policy Guidelines on Safe School and Work Environment
 For School Year 2020-2021

CHAPTER 5
CODE OF CONDUCT

 DAILY SCHOOL MECHANISMS

Your school experience is very important for us. One of our utmost
considerations is to make your stay in the school a fruitful academic
undertaking and at the same time safe and secure. Here is what you need to
know regarding the daily school mechanisms that you will experience.

 Protocols while in School and After School Hours

Ideally, you should be in the school 15 minutes before the start of
classes. This is to give ample time for you to prepare for the class
activities. Make it a habit to be time conscious. Avoid cramming.
Remember the saying, “early to bed, early to rise, makes a man healthy,
wealthy and wise.”
Flag Ceremony is done every Monday or as prescribed in your school.
Be part of the solemnity of the ceremony. Sing with fervor the National
Anthem. Recite the panunumpa by heart. When assigned to lead, do it
with a sense of nationalism.
For your safety, ensure your timely arrival and departure to and from
school. Your school may designate specific areas where you can stay
before class. Stay there until the time you mobilize to your rooms. If you
are allowed to go to your rooms directly, you may do so, but keep in
mind to be on your best behaviour even when no teachers are around.
We appreciate it if you exercise the value of integrity; that you do good
even when nobody is watching you.
After a long day a school, you would want to take a rest from your
school work and head home. Even at this point, your school would want
to ensure that you reach home safe and sound.
You are highly encouraged to go home directly after your school. Your
parents would breathe easier if you are home immediately after your
classes.
If you have other school-related activities that you need to do or
perform after class like doing research or doing group work, it is highly
encouraged for you to notify your parents or guardians of where you
would be heading and what you will be doing. In this way they will be
 informed of where you are and they will not be worried on your
whereabouts.
Your school may have additional mechanisms that they would like you
to follow. Adhere to them dutifully. Remember that these rules were
crafted with your safety in mind.

 Policy Guidelines on Safe and Healthy environment

To ensure that learners are safe from the harm of COVID-19, the
following should be observed.

o Increase physical and mental resilience

 Psycho-socio interventions shall be given to all learners
whenever needed.
 Learners who oftentimes lose focus on their activities should
be referred immediately to the school guidance
counselor/cooordinator
 Ensure availability of drinking water.
 Daily monitoring of body temperature must be done. Result
must be properly recorded.

o Reduce Transmission
 All students who will be entering the school premises shall
use mask, whether disposable or washable.
 Mask must be worn properly at all times. Used mask must
be disposed promptly and correctly in a garbage receptacle.
 Regular disinfection of the classrooms, hallways, railings,
staircases, light switches and the like every after break and
after class.
 Availability of alcohol-based hand rubs in classrooms must
be ensured.
 Respiratory etiquette must be practiced at all times.
 Hand washing with soap and water must be performed
thoroughly.

o Reduce contacts
 Follow strictly social/physical distancing.
 Reduce movement within and across areas and buildings

Source: Regional Memorandum No. 151 s.2020

Policy Guidelines on Safe School and Work Environment
For School Year 2020-2021
 Physical Appearance
Your physical appearance says so much about you. Your first
impression may last but your daily impression will reflect much on your
upbringing. It is in this light that your school would want you to be of
your best appearance at all times.

 School Uniform (DepEd Order No. 46, s.2008)

Wearing of school uniform is preferred but not required among
public school learners. Your local government, in partnership with the
DepEd, may provide school uniforms at no cost on your part. In this case,
your school may adopt a policy to implement the wearing of these
uniforms for your own safety and security.
With or without your school uniform you are expected to wear
decent attire appropriate for school activities. A student’s attire should
reflect respect for the school as an institution for learning and should
not become a cause for discrimination particularly for students
belonging to a lower socio-economic status. That is why learners are
discouraged from wearing expensive (signature or designer brands) or
flashy clothes, tight-fitting clothes, revealing attire, and sleepwear.
Identification (ID) card will be provided to you free of charge (D.O. #
41, s. 2012).
To ensure your good performance during Physical Education
classes, your school may require you to have P.E. attire during these
classes. You may sport the P.E. attire prescribed by your school. You
are discouraged to purchase expensive P.E. attire.
For learners involved in scouting organizations, you are
encouraged to have the minimum prescribed Boy Scout or Girl Scout
uniform. Your Unit Leaders may prescribe the days in which you will
don these uniforms. These uniforms, however, is not a substitute to the
prescribed school attire nor the scouting uniform is a requirement for
you to join in the said organizations. You may talk with your school’s
Unit Leader for more details.

 Grooming and physical hygiene

As learners, your hygiene and grooming are essential parts of the
teaching-learning process in schools. Your attire and physical
appearance should be a manifestation of your education in school.
(DepEd Order No. 46, s.2008)
It is expected of you to don a haircut suited for learners going to
school. Though there are no definite haircut specification for both boys
and girls, it is highly encouraged that you sport a haircut that would
make you look clean, presentable and dignified.
 Jewelries and accessories of sorts are also highly discouraged since
they may cause discrimination among learners and at the same time be
a danger to you especially when you are outside. As much as possible,
simple jewelry/accessory is enough for boys and girls.
As school children, wearing of makeup for both boys and girls is
highly discouraged except in relation to school subjects and activities
with permission of the teacher.

 During Classes
It is expected that while in class, you shall participate actively in all
classroom activities. Your teachers will give merit to all of your outputs;
hence, it is important that you accomplish the tasks assigned by each of
your subject teachers with the best of your abilities.
As custodians and stewards of the school, it is expected that each
member of the school community works together to take care and
preserve the facilities provided to us by the government.
Some of you might be elected as classroom officers. If you do, lead by
example and serve dutifully in accordance with the rules and
regulations. Work with your class advisers and subject teachers on how
to manage effectively your peers.
Remember that every performance made and character displayed shall
form part of your credentials. This shall be reflected in your School Form
10 (Learner’s Permanent Record) and School Form 9 (Report Card). What
is reflected in these forms shall be carried throughout your life. We
believe that you can make a difference. Start creating your future by
making your school records remarkable.

 Special Circumstances
Sometimes, there are special circumstances that occur in school. But
the DepEd has prepared mechanisms in case these you experience these
circumstances.

 Attending your personal needs

Your teachers will allow you go out from the classroom to attend to
your personal needs. However, your school may have special
considerations.
As much as possible, learners will be allowed to go out one at a
time. This is to ensure that not many learners are out of the room at a
given time.
Your school may implement mechanisms to monitor learners who
wish to go out, such as a Learner Pass, Errand or a Comfort Room
Pass. This is to give assurance that the learner who went out had asked
permission to go out. This is also to make sure that you really go to
where you intend to go.
 School activities and programs
We value the importance of school programs, projects, and
activities which are fun, enjoyable and holistic to supplement the
learning that occur inside the classroom.
You are expected to attend all school programs and activities. For
your security, you are to wear the prescribed attire set by your school
heads. You must also wear your ID at all times.
Sometimes, school activities can be so much fun that some might
forget how to behave properly. You as a learner are expected to be of
best behavior during these activities. For your security, additional
mechanisms may be adopted like tapping the help of Boy Scouts, Girl
Scouts and SPG/SSG Officers. You are therefore expected to give them
due respect.

 Suspension of Classes (DepEd Order No. 43, s.2012)

The geographic characteristics of the Philippines make us prone to

typhoons and similar weather phenomena that make going to school
dangerous. As such, the Executive Order (EO) No.66 of January 2012
gives everyone guidelines on the conduct of classes during these
circumstances
The conduct of suspension of classes due to Storm Signals is
directed by the following guidelines:

Storm Signal
(as declared by What Classes are suspended
PAGASA)
Pre-school and kindergarten classes of
No. 1
affected areas
Pre-school to secondary classes of affected
No. 2
areas
No. 3 All levels

It is also important for you to know that in the absence typhoon

signals, your Local Government Units (LGUs) are empowered to
implement suspension of classes, both in public and private schools.
LGUs are expected to make an announcement no later than 4:30
AM for whole day cancellations and 11:30 AM for afternoon class
suspensions.
Your School Heads are also authorized to cancel or suspend
classes only if urgent action is needed.

 Emergency Cases
 If you have to attend an important matter outside the school, your
parent/guardian may write to your class adviser in advance of the affair
that you need to attend to. They may indicate the day, time and day in
which you need to leave so that your adviser would be fully informed.
On that day, your parent or guardian can fetch you from school.
In the event that something occurred which would require you to
go home immediately, you must ask your parent or guardian to fetch
you from school. The authorized school personnel will issue a learner
pass informing the security personnel that your class adviser had been
informed of this.
For your own safety, we would not be allowing you to go home on
your own. Likewise, we would only be allowing your parents or known
guardian older that you to fetch you.

 Policy on Bringing and Using of Mobile Phones and other Similar

Gadgets
The modern age enables us to have access to equipment and tools
such as mobile phones, tablet computers and other similar electronic
devices. While we recognize the importance of these gadgets for both
academic and non-academic purposes, prudence must be exercised at
all times.
DepEd Order No. 83, s.2003 imposes a ban on the use of cell
phones during class hours. However, your teachers may permit you to
access them in certain duration only if its usage is relevant to the class
or school activity at hand. This may also be true to the use of other
similar electronic devices.
As a responsible owner of the gadget, you are expected to take care
of your gadget. The school would not be liable to the loss of these
gadgets due to neglect. Likewise, the school would not be liable if these
gadgets are damaged or destroyed by you or anyone whom you lend the
gadget. It is expected that you exercise reliable stewardship of these
gadgets.

 School-initiated activities done outside the School Premises

As a general rule, your school highly discourages activities outside
the school premises. This is to ensure your security and overall well-
being.
In the event that activities outside is inevitable, you may ask your
teacher in-charge of the activity to produce a parent’s permit allowing
you to have the said activity. There are special cases where your teacher
in-charge will even accompany you and your classmates during these
activities.
It is also important that you inform your parents about the
activities for parental consent. Also, make sure that your parents can
contact you while you are in these activities.
 OFFENSES AND INTERVENTIONS

It is the desire of DepEd that you as a learner will reach your potentials
through proper guidance and discipline as you develop in becoming
responsible, dynamic member of society. In the event that you will face a
concern or problem, the following intervention shall be used to direct your path
into a more favourable condition which will be beneficial for your welfare.
Based on 2000 DECS Service Manual every school shall maintain discipline
inside the school campus as well as the school premises when students are
engaged in activities authorized by the school. As reiterated also in DepEd
Order No. 44, s. 2005 creating the school as zone of peace, a school must
provide the special environment for the formal, physical, mental, emotional and
moral growth of the young.

INFRACTIONS LEGAL BASIS

Minor
Smoking (tobacco and E-cigarette) inside EO 26, 2017, DO 48, s. 2016,
the school premises DO 73, s. 2010, DO No. 18, s.
2015
Vandalism, writing or drawing of graffiti, DECS Service Manual 2000
leave remarks or notations on the walls of
the rooms, floor and furniture (chairs,
tables, windows, books laboratory
equipment and other) of the school
Gambling of any sort inside the school DECS Service Manual 2000,
premises DO No. 18, s. 2015
Going to computer shops, malls, theatres DO No. 86, s. 2010
and the like during class hours
Improper use of electronic devices DO No. 83, s. 2003
Absences, Tardiness and cutting classes DECS Service Manual 2000,
Note: A learner who incurs absences of 20% DO No. 11 s. 2011
of the prescribed number of class or DO No. 8 s. 2015
laboratory periods during the school year or
term should be given a failing grade and
given no credits on the course or subject.
Major
Gross disrespect to persons in authority of DECS Service Manual 2000
the school
Stealing, directly or indirectly the property DECS Service Manual 2000,
of fellow students, faculty members or the DO No. 18, s. 2015
school property
Cheating during examination DECS Service Manual 2000
Assaulting any students, teachers, schools DECS Service Manual 2000,
staff or school official DO No. 40, s. 2012,
RA 10627, DO No. 18, s. 2015
Committing defamation through verbal or DO No. 55, s. 2013
online against students, teachers and
school officials
Operation of Fraternities and Sororities and DO No. 7, s. 2006
participating in hazing or any activities that DO No. 40, s. 2012
injures, degrades, or disgraces a fellow
student inside or outside the school
Drunkenness, carrying of intoxicating DECS Service Manual 2000
liquors within the school campus, entering DO No. 40, s. 2012
and attending classes in a state of
intoxication
Carrying of firearms, explosives, knives, DECS Service Manual 2000,
plastic toy guns or deadly weapons of any DO No. 18, s. 2015
kinds or making bomb jokes within the DO No. 40, s. 2012
school premises
Extortion or taking/asking money from DECS Service Manual 2000
others or blackmail DO No. 40, s. 2012
Instigating, provoking, leading or taking DECS Service Manual 2000
part in activities which cause disturbance DO No. 40, s. 2012
of classes or adversely affecting class
attendance of other students.
Taking part in brawls, fighting or causing RA 10627,
injury to others DO No. 40, s. 2012,
DO No. 18, s. 2015
Using, possessing and selling of prohibited DO No. 37 s. 2017,
drugs DO No. 18, s. 2015
Engaging in lewd, indecent, obscene or DECS Service Manual 2000
immoral conduct, and bringing DO No. 40, s. 2012
pornographic materials through any form of
media while within the school premises
Preventing, threatening students or faculty DECS Service Manual 2000
members or school authorities from DO No. 40, s. 2012
discharging their duties or from attending
classes and entering school premises
Forging or tampering with school record or DECS Service Manual 2000
transfer forms
Bullying: RA 10627, DO No. 40, s. 2012
 Any unwanted physical contact
between the bully and the victim like
pinching shoving, kicking, slapping,
tickling, headlocks, inflicting school
pranks, easing, fighting and the use
of available objects as weapons
  Any act that causes damage to the
victim’s psyche and /or emotional
wellbeing;
 Any slanderous statement or
accusation that causes the victim
undue emotional distress like
directing foul language or profanity at
the target, name-calling, tormenting
and commenting negatively on
victim’s looks, clothes and body;
 Cyber bullying or any bullying done
through the use of technology or nay
electronic means.
Causing outsiders to assault any students, DO No. 18, s. 2015,
faculty member and employee of the school DO No. 40, s. 2012
Trespassing and committing unlawful act DO No. 18, s. 2015
with force or violence in the person, DO No. 40, s. 2012
property or rights of others

PROCEDURAL INTERVENTION

You as child is unique and has your individual differences, DO No. 40, s.
2012 task you to comply with the school’s regulations, as long as it is in
harmony with your best interest as a learner.

SCHEDULE OF INTERVENTION
1 Offense
st
2 Offense
nd
3rd Offense 4th Offense
Learner – Learner – Refer the learner to the Refer to the
MINOR : Teacher Teacher – Guidance Counselor/ Principal for
Conference Parent Designate action and
Conference CPC for
Monitoring

MAJOR : PROCEDURE OF INTERVENTION

(Cases may depend on the gravity of the offense)
 Conference  Refer the  Refer to  Refer back
with the case to the other to the
Learner- Child government Guidance
Teacher- Protection agency for for follow
Parents – Committee possible up,
Guidance for action monitoring
Counselor/ Evaluation and
 Designate and action reintegratio
n

Definition of Terms:
Learner-Teacher Conference – A dialogue between learner and Teacher on the
infractions committed by leaner as part of positive discipline. DO No. 40, s.
2012
Learner-Teacher-Parent Conference – A short meeting or conference between
the parents and teachers of the learner to discuss a child’s progress at
school and find solutions to academic or behavioural problem. DO No. 40,
s. 2012
Referral of the learner to the Guidance Counsellor/Designate – A process where
the teacher refers student to guidance counsellor or designate for
intervention. DO No. 40, s. 2012
Referral to the Principal for action and CPC for Monitoring – If a problem
persist or continuous upon review of the GC or designate refers to it to the
Principal or CPC for possible intervention and action. Referral and
assessment shall follow the procedure per section 22 of DO No. 40 s, 2012
Referral to other government agency for possible action – Referral and
assessment shall follow the procedure per section 22 of DO No. 40 s, 2012,
DO 18, s. 2015, Section 13 Chapter 1, RA 9344
Referral back to the Guidance for follow up and monitoring – Follow the
Guidelines issued by DO 18, s. 2015.

 RIGHT TO DUE PROCESS

In all cases where a sanction is imposed on a certain student, the
following minimum requirements of due process shall be complied with:
 The student and the parents or guardians shall be informed of the
complaint in writing;
 The student shall be given the opportunity to answer the complaint in
writing, with the assistance of the parents or guardian;
 The procedure for the conduct of an investigation and all other related
incidents shall be in accordance with the Child Protection Policy.
 The decision of the school head shall be in writing, stating the facts
and the reasons for the decision; and
 The decision of the school head may be appealed to the Division
Office, as provided in existing rules of the Department.