Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
Region XII
Division of Kidapawan City
PACO NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
Paco, Kidapawan City

PACO NHS CONTIGENCY PLAN

Subject: Opening of Limited Face to Face Classes for Senior High School (Grades 11 & 12)

Total Number of SHS Teachers : 7

Admin Staff: 5
Total No. of SHS Students: 188
Actual Number to Participate: 172

BACKGROUND/RATIONALE:

Paco National High School is one of the schools nominated to pilot for the opening of
limited face to face classes. The only school in the division of Kidapawan City to hold classes in
Senior High School on November 15, 2021 set by the Department of Education. This was based
on the assessment of the Deped and the DOH for those areas they consider low risk.

At present, the school is preparing all the documents needed to support the opening
especially the physical structure, safety among students and teachers who are coming to school
following the minimum health protocols. All areas of concern are being considered to include all
the supports of stakeholders, the BLGU, the city government and the province as well so that the
implementation becomes successful.

METHOD OF IMPLEMENTATION:

The target opening is on November 15, 2021 up to January 15, 2022. In line with this, the
school is preparing a scheme following the national guidelines stated herein attach Joint Circular
and Memorandum by the Department of Education and the DOH. All actions related to learners
and parents are considered voluntary in nature thus consent is given to them as form conformity.

SCHOOL ACTION:

1. School will prepare the physical structure of the school (rooms, traffic lines, hand
washing facility, receiving areas, waiting areas, clinic, isolation rooms, entrance and exit
points, PPEs)
2. Ensuring all teachers are fully vaccinated
3. No students with comorbidities will participate for the limited face to face classes. SLMs
are readily available for those who cannot attend face to face classes.
4. The classes are scheduled in weekly basis (Grade 11 for straight one week and grade
12 for the next in cycle, ensuring 50 percent present of the total population in a
day/week) Activity sheets and modules are given for the grade level who stay at home in
a particular grade level
5. There will be a maximum of 20 learners in a classroom who only stays in a class for a
maximum of 4 hours from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM. (half day class only)
6. Other specific guidelines/actions are stated in the flow chart for guidance.
1. School Opening Decision

Outbreak Risk Assessment

School
Low risk areas for Covid-19 Opening
Notice

Policy Tracking School Opening Decision

1. Department of Education
2. LGU 1. Staggered School Reporting
3. CESU Opening To
4. IATF 2. All grades open Authorities

School Preparedness
1. Staff and Facilities
2. Communication and Starting the
Education Contingency
3. Resources and Supplies Plan

Staggered School Opening Plan

Grade 11 and Grade 12 begin first.

Other grades of High School start subsequently.

2. Collection of Information Before & After the Opening of School

2.1 Information Collection 14 Days before School Opens
2.1.1 Travel history & considerations for those from specific districts.
2.1.2 Health statement card & health certificates.
2.2 Daily Reporting after School Opens
2.2.1 Student and staff (including contracted employees) attendance records.
2.2.2 Absentee records.
2.2.3 Visitor enrollment.
Appendix 01 Health Statement Card
3. Precautionary Measures
3.1 Curriculum and Course Adjustments
3.1.1 Assess the potential health risk for each class (e.g. PE, Music).
3.1.2 Adjust the curriculum and change the teaching practices for classes with higher health risks.
3.1.3 Moderate the use of classrooms
3.2 Masks/Face shields to Be Worn at all times
3. 3Hand Sanitizers
3.3.1 Hand sanitizers will be places near the door of each classroom.
3.3.2 Hand sanitizers will be placed in public places where there is not water and soap.
3.4 Health Rules in Classrooms and Offices
3.4.1 One-meter or more as safety distance rule: all students and staff should maintain one-meter
or more distance from others at all times.
3.4.2 No group activities.
3.4.3 Self-reporting of symptoms.
3.4.4 Hand washing after touching public items (e.g. doors, printers.)
3.4.5 Cough courtesy.
3.5 Health Rules for Meetings and Group Activities
3.5.1 Cancel large meetings and conferences (more than 20 people) or hold online.
3.5.2 Minimize meetings or hold online.
3.5.3 Cancel all indoor group activities.
3.5.4 If necessary, arrange group activities outdoors and be mindful of the one-meter distance
rule.
3.6 Health Rules for Dining
3.6.1 Cancel the shared morning break snacks.
3.6.2 Cancel event meals and group dining.
4. Health Surveillance
4.1 Temperature Checks & Reporting
4.1.1 Infrared ray temperature check at gate.
4.1.2 Body temperature check in classrooms in the morning.
4.1.3 Ongoing symptom screening in classrooms (e.g. coughing, fever, etc.)
4.3 Health Hotline Services
4.4 Absence Reporting and Tracking
Appendix 02 Body Temperature & Symptom Report Procedures
Appendix 03 Absence Reporting and Tracking Procedures
5. Education and Communication
5.1 Communication
5.1.1 Send communication letter to parents, students, and staff.
5.1.2 Signage stating health rules around the school, including the following locations: classrooms,
offices, public areas, restrooms, elevators, dining halls, dorms, school buses.
5.1.3 Frequent communication through web bulletins/ messenger group chats
5.2 Education: Special Training before Classes Resume for Students
5.2.1 Epidemic information.
5.2.2 Health rules.
5.2.3 Mask-wearing & hand-washing.
5.3 Psychological support
5.3.1 Support for groups.
5.3.2 Support for individuals.
6. Sterilization & Disinfection
6.1 Indoor Disinfection Operation Procedures
6.2 Outdoor Disinfection Operation Procedures
6.3 Disinfection Procedures for Toilets
6.4 Specific Rubbish Tins and Bags for Used Masks in Public Places
Appendix 04 Disinfection Operation Procedures of Paco National High School
7. Emergency Response
7.1 Temporary Isolation Rooms
7.1.1 Indoor, separate areas, near exits.
7.1.2 Equipped with chairs, water, hand sanitizers, masks..
7.2 Procedure for Students with Fever in School
7.3 Procedure for Infected Cases Reported Outside of School
Appendix 05 Procedures for Students with Fever in School
Appendix 01

Health Statement Card

Name:__________________________________________ Gender:_______________________
Grade and Section:________________________________ Age:_______________

Health Statement

Your Health Observation Status

___ I have not left the province/city/barangay since November 1, 2021

___ I returned on ____________from ______________.
I have not had a fever I have not had a fever, cough or other reportable symptoms during the
14-day health observation.

I have read all the recorded answers included above and declare that, to the best of my
knowledge and belief, they are complete and true. I am aware of the health rules on the Paco NHS
campus and commit to abiding by these rules.

Date: ____________ ___________________________

Signature over Printed Name
(Signed by Parent for Student)
Appendix 02
Body Temperature Check and Symptom Report Procedures

Paco NHS Paco NHS Students Visitors

Teaching,Non- teaching
Staff and DepEd
Personnel

Temperature Screening

Temperature above Temperature below

37.0˚C 37.0˚C

Deny entry of school Allow entry of school

premises premises
Appendix 03

Absence Reporting and Tracking Procedures

Health-related
reported absence

Phone Consultation
and Information
Tracking
(School Nurse)

Covid -19 Covid - 19

Excluded Suspected

Student Return to Report to Barangay

school Health Unit and follow
their instructions
Appendix 04
Disinfection Operation Procedures of Keystone Academy
Purpose:
To provide instructions for the cleaning staff on disinfection for epidemic prevention and control.
The content scope:
Offices, toilets, classrooms, gyms, public areas,and all the areas demanding disinfection and
cleanings.
I. Indoor disinfection operation procedures
1. Carry out both wipe disinfection and spray disinfection. Exact methods, disinfectant solution
ratio and operation methods should strictly align with the standard disinfection operation
procedures.
2. All disinfection work should follow the rule of ‘top to bottom, inside to outside’.
3. Well-proportioned disinfectant should be evenly sprayed on the fresh towels for making them
completely moist (or use towels fully soaked in disinfectant) first, then use towels to disinfect the
surfaces of objects.
4. Wipe disinfection should be applied to all indoor facilities and items. For metal parts or
corrosion-prone items, one more wipe with water should be done several minutes after the
disinfectant is applied.
5. After the above steps, spray disinfection should be done in the room.
II. Disinfection Procedures of Public Areas
1. To carry out wipe disinfection and spray disinfection, the ratio of cleaning agents shall be
aligned with the standard disinfection operation procedures.
2. Wipe and disinfect all facilities, objects, and wall surfaces in public areas according to the rule of
“up to down,” “inside to outside.”
3. Spray the mixed disinfectant on to a clean brown towel to make it fully wet or to soak the brown
towel in the disinfectant, then use the towel to wipe the surfaces of the objects.
4. Disinfect high usage facilities frequently, such as elevators, elevator buttons, and
handrails in the staircase, and door handles.
5. Disinfect other areas regularly, such as ceilings, walls, skirting boards and garbage bins in
accordance with the standard disinfection operation procedures.
6. After disinfecting, wipe metal parts or corrosion-prone objects with clean water once more.
Wash towels regularly to keep them clean.
7. Use a mop soaked with disinfectant to mop the carpet and floor. Replace or wash the mop
frequently to keep it clean, and place “Caution Wet Floor” warning boards on the floor.
8. Apply spray disinfectant with frequency as directed.
III. Disinfection Procedures of Toilets
1. Wipe and spray disinfection shall be used, in accordance with the standard disinfection
operating procedures.
2. Spray the mixed disinfectant on a clean blue towel to make it fully wet or soak the blue towel in
the disinfectant. Then, use the towel to wipe the surfaces of the objects.
3. Clean the surfaces of counters, sinks and faucets, by wiping them with the blue towel.
4. Clean the toilet bowls and urinals inside and outside first. Use the yellow towels
to disinfect, and pour some disinfectant into the bowls to ensure continuous disinfection effect.
5. Use a clean blue towel to wipe and disinfect partitions, doors, door handles, etc.
6. Wipe and disinfect surfaces of other objects. Clean and wipe metal parts or corrosion-prone
objects with clean water one more time. Change or wash the towels regularly to keep them clean.
7. Clean and disinfect the floor drains. Leave 1 or 2 pieces of disinfection tablets or pour
disinfectant into the drains to ensure continuous disinfection effect.
8. Use a mop soaked with disinfectant to mop the floor. Replace and wash the mop frequently to
keep it clean, and put up a “Caution Wet Floor” warning board.
9. After finishing all the above steps, cleaners shall carry out the spray disinfection. Matters for
attention:
1. Disinfection for office electrical equipment should be applied after switching the power off or
completed with supervision.
2. Clean the surface of objects before starting disinfection. Replace or wash the towels frequently.
3. Replace or clean towels for specific rooms regularly, in order to prevent cross
contamination of virus and germs.
Appendix 05

Procedures for students with fever in school

Student Has Fever (T>37.0˚C)

or Other Flu
Like Symptoms in Classroom

Teacher/Advisor
Notifies the School Nurse

School Nurse Wears PPE and

Guides the Student to Isolation
Room

Health Assessment;
Acquire Health History;
Generate a Record.

Notify Parents;
Continue observation

Covid -19 Covid -19

Excluded Case Suspected Case

Return to Normal Report to

Procedures Barangay/Deped Health
Unit/CESU and follow
instructions

Continuous monitoring and

evaluation
 THIS CONTINGENCY PLAN OF PACO NHS IS ANCHORD WITH KIDAPWAN CITY DIVISION
CONTINGENCY PLAN FOR COVID 19

Enhanced in October 1, 2021 by:

Paco NHS Teachnical Working Group

for COVID-19 Contingency Plan

GRINGO ESCOTE KRISTINE PORRAS ABEJO

School DRRM Coordinator Designated School Guidance Counselor

MARILOU V. SOMODIO BLESSIE JOY BALATICO

Designated School Nurse Guidance Counselor/District

ANTHONY V. TONGAN ARTURO L. JIMENEZ, JR.

Assistant Principal Principal

ANTONIO R. PASIGADO JR. ROXANNE G. OCON-ANJAO, RN

Public Schools District Supervisor DRRM Team/COVID-19 Task Force Asst. Overall Coordinator

JULITO CABREROS PASTOR RICHARD CEDEÑO

PTA President SGC Chairman

HON. APOLINARIO PANTALEON HON. Edgarlito Elardo

Education Committee Chairman Barangay Chairman

Noted:

DR. EXEQUIEL P. DIMAANO

Medical Officer III
DRRM Team/COVID-19 Task Force Overall Coordinator

REMEGIO H. ORIAS DR. RONELA S. MOLINA

Chief, SGOD OIC-Chief, CID

Recommending Approval:

DR. MEILROSE B. PERALTA

OIC-Assistant School Division Superintendent

APPROVED:

DR. NATIVIDAD G. OCON, CESO VI

OIC-Schools Division Superintendent