Fr. Pascual Salas, OSM

The 4 Dimensions of the

Legal Bases of Philippine Education

The Philippine Constitution of 1987

The Educational Decree 6-A

The Educational Act of 1982

The Educational Act of 1994

Philippine Constitution of 1987

Article XIV: Education, Science and

Technology, Arts, Culture and Sports

Quality education accessible to all. Sec. 1

Complete, adequate, and integratedrelevant education. Sec. 2.1

FREE public education in the elementaryand high school levels.

Elementary education is COMPULSORY for all children of school age. Sec. 2.2

Scholarship programs to deserving students especially to the underprivileged. Sec. 2.3

Non-formal, informal and indigenouslearning systems . Sec. 2.4

Training in civics, vocational efficiency, andother skills to adults, the disabled, and out-of-school youth. Sec. 2.4

Study of VALUES. Sec. 3.2

Study of the CONSTITUTION. Sec. 3.1

Patriotism

Nationalism

Love of humanity

Respect of human rights

Appreciation of the role of the national heroes

Strengthen ethical and spiritual values

Moral character and personal discipline

Critical and creative thinking

Scientific and technological knowledge

Vocational efficiency

Optional religious instruction in publicschools. Sec. 3.3

Supervision and regulation of alleducational institutions by the State. Sec. 4.1

Control and administration of schools byFilipinos. Sec. 4.2

Exemption from taxes. Sec. 4.3,4

Local planning in the development ofeducational policies and programs. Sec. 5.1

Academic freedom in all institutions ofhigher learning. Sec. 5.2

Right of every citizen to select a profession or course of study. Sec. 5.3

Right of teachers to professional growth.

Non-teaching academic and non-academic personnel shall enjoy the protection of the State. Sec. 5.4

Assigning highest budget priority to education. Sec. 5.5

The national language of the Philippines is Filipino. Sec. 6

Priority to research and technology. Sec.10, 11, 12, 13

Filipino national culture based on unity indiversity. Sec. 14

Ensure equal access to cultural opportunities. Sec. 18.1

Support on researches and studies on the arts and culture. Sec. 18.2

Promote physical education. Sec.19

October is National Indigenous Month

The Constitution, Article 2, Section 17:

"The State shall give priority toeducation, science and technology,arts, culture and sports to fosterpatriotism and nationalism,accelerate social progress, andpromote total human liberation anddevelopment."

Selected Ethnic Group Educational Assistance Program

Scholarship Programs

Study Now Pay Later Plan

State Scholarship for Science, Arts and Letters

Education Student Financial Assistance Program

Study Now, Pay Later

TESDA

RA 7722: Higher Education Act of 1994

created the Commission on Higher Education

RA 7796: An act creating the Technical Education

and Skills Development Authority of 1994

created TESDA

RA 9155: An act instituting a framework of governance for

basic education, establishing authority and accountability.

DECS renamed DepEd.

RA 4670: Magna Carta of 1966

A. Elementary Level

BEED Graduate

PBET/LET Passer

B. Secondary Level

BSE/BSEd Graduate/Bachelor’s Degree

18 units in major subject/ 18 units of

professional education

PBET/LET Passer

C. Secondary Vocational/Technical Courses

Bachelor’s Degree in specialized field

18 units of professional education

D. College Level

Master’s Degree

Education Act of 1982

BATAS PAMBANSA BILANG 232

Goals:

Accelerate economic development and social progress.

Maximum participation.

National unity, consciousness and values.

Innovations:

Establishing /upgrading non-formal training programs for out-of-school youths and unemployed.

Educational assistance program or the SNPL plan.

Educational assistance program or the SNPL plan.

Family planning in the curriculum.

National Textbook Project.

Master Teacher Plan.

Program for Decentralized Education Development (PRODED).

PRODED

Improvement in pupil achievement

Decrease in pupil drop-out rates

Improvement in physical facilities

Staff development

Non-formal education

Objectives:

Develop a national consciousness

Develop Filipino citizens

Equalize educational opportunities

Participate in economic development

Train manpower in the middle level

Develop high level professions

Strengthen the family

Educational planning and evaluation

Right

-a moral or legal entitlement to have or obtain something or to act in a certain way

Duty

-a moral or legal obligation; a responsibility-a task or action that someone is required to perform

Privilege

-a special right, advantage, or immunity granted or available only to a particular person or group of people

Interviews

Rights

of

Students

Rights of Students in School

Relevant quality education. Sec. 9.1

Choose a field of study. Sec. 9.2

School guidance and counseling services. Sec. 9.3

Rights of Students in School

Access own school records. Sec. 9.4

Issuance of official documents within 30 days from request. Sec. 9.5

Rights of Students in School

Free expression of opinions and suggestions. Sec. 9.7

Publish a student newspaper and similar publications, and invite resource persons. Sec. 9.6

Rights of Students in School

Form, establish, join and participate in organizations and societies. Sec. 9.8

Free from involuntary contributions. Sec. 9.9

Duties/

Responsibilities

of

Students

Duties and Responsibilities of Students

Exert utmost effort to develop potentialities. Sec. 15.1

Uphold academic integrity. Sec. 15.2

Promote peace and tranquility. Sec.

15.3

Duties and Responsibilities of Students

Actively participate in civic affairs and promote general welfare. Sec. 15.4

Exercise rights responsibly. Sec. 15.5

Rights

of

School Personnel

Rights of all School Personnel

Free legal service. Sec. 10.2

Free expression of opinions and suggestions, and to effective channels of communication. Sec. 10.1

Rights of all School Personnel

Establish, join and maintain organizations. Sec. 10.3

Free from involuntary contributions. Sec. 10.4

Privileges

of

Teaching/Academic Staff

Special Rights and/or Privileges of

Teaching/Academic Staff

Intellectual property. Sec. 11.2

Free from compulsory assignments not related to duties. Sec. 11.1

Special Rights and/or Privileges of

Teaching/Academic Staff

Respect and protection. Sec. 11.3

Choose alternative career lines. Sec. 11.4

Teacher’s

Obligations

Teacher’s Obligations

Perform duties in accordance with the philosophy, goals and objectives of the school. Sec. 16.1

Efficient and effective attainment of learning objectives. Sec. 16.2

Teacher’s Obligations

Regular reports on student’s performance. Sec. 16.3

Professional growth and behavior. Sec. 16.4

Teacher’s Obligations

Refrain from making unreasonable deductions in student’s scholastic rating. Sec. 16.5

Agent of constructive change. Sec. 16.6

Teacher’s

Benefits

Teacher’s Benefits

Study Leave/Sabbatical Leave

Indefinite Leave

Maternity Leave

Vacation Leave with pay

1 range salary raise upon retirement

Teacher’s

Privileges

Teacher’s Privileges

Academic Freedom

Free physical exam and medical treatment or hospitalization

Salary scale

Cost of living allowance

Additional compensation for service excess of 6 hours actual classroom teaching, hardship allowance and automatic retirement promotion

Obligations of

Academic Non-Teaching

Personnel

Obligations of Academic Non-Teaching Personnel

Professional development. Sec.18.1

Assume, promote and maintain and atmosphere conducive to service and learning. Sec.18.2

Obligations of Academic Non-Teaching Personnel

Promote and maintain and atmosphere conducive to service and learning. Sec.18.3

Special Rights

of

School Administrator

Special Rights of School Administrator

Administrative discretion.

Respect and protection.Sec. 12

School Administrators’

Obligations

School Administrators’ Obligations

Perform duties in accordance with the philosophy, goals and objectives of the school. Sec. 17.1

Efficient and effective administration and management. Sec. 17.2

School Administrator’s Obligations

Healthy school atmosphere and relationship. Sec. 17.3

Professional behavior. Sec. 17.4

Performance reports. Sec. 17.4

School Administrator’s Obligations

Discipline school personnel. Sec. 17.3

Maintain records and submit reports to the DepEd. Sec. 17.4

Rights

of

PARENTS

Rights of Parents

Organize a forum for discussion by by themselves and/or with teachers. Sec. 8.1

Access to any official record directly relating to his/her child. Sec. 8.1

Duties

of

PARENTS

Duties of Parents

Carry out educational objectives. Sec. 14.1

Obliged to enable children to obtain elementary education. Sec. 14.2

Cooperate with the school. Sec. 14.3

Rights

of

SCHOOLS

Rights of Schools

Governance. Sec. 18.1

Academic Freedom. Sec. 18.2

AIMS

of

SCHOOLS

Aims of ALL Educational Institutions

Inculcate love of country

Teach duties of citizenship

Develop moral character and personal discipline

Develop scientific, technological and vocational efficiency