Students can speed up their studies, make up lost credits, and take advantage of a more flexible timetable in the Philippines by enrolling in summer programs. Studying in the summer can also help students graduate earlier or free up their schedules for extracurricular activities, internships, or part-time work during the normal school year.

Also Read: DepEd National Learning Camp

In addition to academic rewards, taking summer classes might allow you to spend your time productively. Considering the academic and non-academic benefits that summer programs can provide, it is wise for students to think about including summer enrollment in their academic schedule.

Benefits of Summer Classes

The Department of Education’s implementation of the K-12 Curriculum guarantees that every student must finish their basic education with the competences and skills required for further education, employment, or entrepreneurship. DepEd understands the necessity of providing summer programs in order to guarantee a student’s continuous and regular advancement from one grade level to the next.

With the help of this policy, summer classes offerings will be standardized, and all elementary and secondary schools—public and private—will receive the proper guidance. Summer school instruction must give students with gaps in their knowledge or deficiencies in certain subjects the chance of making up for them through teaching or guidance. Summer classes may also be held to progress subjects, especially for senior high school students who will be immersed in work in the upcoming semester.

Guidelines to Conduct for Summer Classes

The following guidelines will serve as a basis for evaluating student learning in summer classes:

 A.   The student will be evaluated both formatively and summatively. DepEd Order No. 8. The Remedial Class Mark (RCM) is the final grade for summer classes. The policy guidelines on classroom assessment for the K–12 Basic Education Program were published in 2015. The Recomputed Final Grade (RFG) is the AVERAGE of the Final Grade at the final day of the academic year and the RCM. To advance to the following grade level or semester, the learner must receive an RFG of 75 or above.

B.   To identify the least mastered competencies or learning gaps, the learner will be reviewed right away by the subject teacher if their RFG is less than 75. To guarantee that the learner moves on to the following grade level or semester, the outcomes of the reassessment will provide the foundation for organizing and creating an instant instructional intervention. The learner may enroll in the next grade level in the next school year with ongoing tutorial services provided if they continue to fail the instructional intervention.

C.  Upon graduating into the next grade level or year, the learner will get a Certificate of Recomputed Final Grade, which will be signed by the relevant teacher and approved by the principal or school head.

Daily Session Time Allotment:

Subjects	Grades 4-6	Grade 7-10
Filipino	4 hours	4 hours
English	4 hours	4 hours
Science	4 hours	4 hours
Mathematics	4 hours	4 hours
Araling Panlipunan	3 hours	3 hours
EPP/TLE	4 hours	4 hours
MAPEH	3 hours	3 hours
ESP	2.5 hours	2 hours

Required Documents for DepEd Summer Classes

By the third week of March before the summer term, the school must send a letter to the Schools Division Office (SDO) requesting to offer remedial or advancement classes during the summer. The request will be approved by the Superintendent of the Schools Division (SDS) in accordance with the evaluation findings. Summer course approval will only be granted for the requested term or year.

• List of students who will take remedial or advanced classes during the summer.
• As part of the endorsement for summer classes, the subject area teacher prepares a list of the learner’s least mastered competencies in the subject area where he or she failed.

There must be at least ten (10) students in Grades 4 – 10 and in any of the Senior High School’s main academic areas. However, for any of the key topics under the SHS, a minimum of eight (8) is permitted. Otherwise, students will be sent to nearby schools that offer summer classes. In circumstances when no school offers summer sessions in any learning area, the SDO must provide alternative measures to meet the needs of students.

• The school head’s approved class schedule and a tentative list of the learning area(s) to be offered.
• Parents/guardians of students attending summer classes must provide written consent.
• List of teachers and the subjects they will cover during summer sessions.

Qualified Students For Summer Classes

The following students are permitted to enroll in classes over the summer:

• The main beneficiaries of summer lessons offered in public schools are students from private schools who plan on moving to public schools in the future, as well as learners from public schools.
• A public-school student may be permitted to enroll in a government-approved private school during the summer and should be accepted to re-enroll when he or she returns to public school.
• Grades 4–10 students who failed in two (2) or more learning areas at the conclusion of the school year despite receiving educational assistance.
• Students at Senior High School (SHS) who have deficiencies as a result of changing their specialization or track after a year, or who have failed in any subject at the end of their first or second semester. Additionally, those SHS students who failed a required course.
• To encourage greater attention to their work immersions, incoming Grade 12 students who plan to participate in a work immersion during the following semester may enroll in two to three advanced subjects over the summer.
• Students with special educational needs (LSENs) in Grades 4 through 12 may attend classes in the summer to make up lost ground in their academic performance.

Observing And Assessing 

After the last day of summer sessions, the school head must keep an eye on things and turn in a report to the division office along with a certificate of Recomputed Final Grade, Form 137, and School Form No. 5 (SF5), no later than ten (10) days.

Monitoring and assessment of summer school operations will be done by the Schools Division Superintendent (SDS) or designees. The last day of summer classes is twenty-five (25) days away, after which monitoring and supervision reports must be turned in to the Regional Director (RD).

In order to continuously improve the way this policy is implemented, the Bureau of Learning Delivery must keep an eye on it and assess its efficacy.

Video: Guidelines In Conducting Summer Classes Or EOSY CLASSES.

To learn more about the guidelines on DepEd summer class, watch the video below from YouTuber Teacher Eloisa.

Following the DepEd Merit Selection Plan, the Department of Education (DepEd) issues the Guidelines on Recruitment, Selection, and Appointment in the Department of Education, which support the values of merit, well-being, competence, equal opportunity, transparency, and accountability. To make sure that properly qualified individuals are assigned to the right jobs at the right times, detailed instructions must be given.

Also Read: DepEd Grading System: How Grades Are Computed in Philippine Schools

With an emphasis on providing basic education that is high-quality, easily available, pertinent, and emancipating, it aims to make sure that the organization and its personnel are prepared to meet the 21st century’s chances and challenges.

DepEd Ranking Requirements

Let’s first discuss the ranking requirements before moving on to how to apply. Knowing this as soon as possible can help you understand the importance of every document you submit with your application.

DepEd Ranking Points Criteria

The following factors will determine your ranking score:

Criteria	Points
Education	20 points
Teaching Experience	15 points
LET/PBET Rating	15 points
Specialized Training Documents	10 points
Interview	10 points
Demonstration Teaching	15 points
Communication Skills	15 points
Total	100 points

Education – 20 points

Based on the applicant’s academic performance, their education will be scored. This means that the computation needs to incorporate every subject that has a corresponding unit.

Teaching Experience – 15 points

A maximum of twelve (12) points will be awarded for teaching experience in Early Childhood (EC), kindergarten/preschool, elementary, secondary, tertiary, and higher education; Special Education (SPED); Alternative Learning System (ALS); Technical-Vocational Education and Training (TVET); and schools providing Indigenous peoples (IP) with culture-based education programs – even before completing the Language Examination (LET).

A full 0.15 points per month for teaching experience will be awarded to applicants from government-recognized or accredited schools and institutions. The employment certificate or certificates will be used to assess the credibility of the teaching experience.

LET/PBET Rating – 15 Points

The following are the equivalent points for applicants’ ratings in the LET or PBET:

LET Rating	Points	PBET Rating	Points
87 & above	15	82 & above	15
84-86	14	79-81	14
81-83	13	76-78	13
78-80	12	73-75	12
75-77	11	70-72	11

Specialized Training Documents – 10 Points

A maximum of 10 points will be given for specialized training for skill development in areas relating to the job, responsibilities, and tasks of the Teacher I position that has to be filled.

A certificate of at least ten (10) days of training must be presented; this is worth five (5) points, and skill demonstration is worth five (5) points.

Interview – 10 points

All applicants will be given equal chances to be assessed during interviews conducted by the Division Selection Committee. Interview questions for applicants will cover things like:

• Administration, staff, parent, and student relationships
• Experiences in the workplace
• Classroom discipline
• Classroom management
• Computer and technology skills
• Knowledge of the subject matter
• Personal attributes
• Planning skills
• Teaching capabilities

Demonstration Teaching – 15 points

The evaluator will use criteria/rubric to evaluate the applicant’s teaching demonstration.

English Communication Skills – 15 points

The National Education Testing and Research Center (NETRC) will conduct for applicants an English Proficiency Test (EPT). The division testing coordinators in concern will work with NETRC to arrange the date and time frame of their division’s exam, which is expected to take place in February or March.

Also Read: DepEd Grading System: How Grades Are Computed in Philippine Schools

How to Apply

To find out how to apply, follow these steps:

Step 1: Inquire

It is crucial to initially find out about the division’s application procedure. Keep in mind that each division has different procedures for choosing qualified applicants, so when you visit the prospective school, find out about the application period from the director of the school or the person in charge of gathering documentation.

Step 2: Submit an Online Application

To encrypt your information in their database, DepEd would like you to complete an online application. Use a valid email address that is up to date while registering online.

You can accomplish this by going to this website: http://application.deped.gov.ph.

Once you start the online application, you must have your passport, SSS ID, TIN (tax identification number), Unified Multi-purpose ID (UMID), Postal ID, or PhilHealth ID ready for use.

For the next 48 hours, keep an eye on your email for the verification message.

Update your online Persona Data Sheet.

Your application number will show up once your email address has been verified and the Personal Data Sheet has been completed.

When submitting your application, you will need to put your applicant number on a blank piece of typewriting paper, so make sure you get it.

On a piece of typing paper, write or print your application number, then include it with your application documents.

Step 3: Submit the Application Folder

Submit your application to the division or the school where you would like to teach, along with the necessary documents in a white folder. You will be asked to verify these documents again, so bring your originals or any supporting documentation.

Step 4: Wait for the Announcement

Await receiving a notice regarding the interview, demonstration teaching, and English proficiency test scheduling via phone or text message.

Step 5: Prepare for the Interview

Make sure you show up on the scheduled interview day. No one is prioritized by the DepEd. You must adhere closely to the dates they have set.

The interview will proceed quickly. Keep in mind that there are multiple applications, so your best bet is to stand out respectably.

Await the announcement regarding the demonstration teaching after the interview.

Step 6: Prepare for the Demonstration Teaching

Different divisions use different methods for demonstration teaching. It is still best to prepare even though your demo teaching may not go long if there are a lot of applications.

Step 7: Prepare for the English Proficiency Test

This test will be administered simultaneously to all applicants in the division. Keep in mind that reading comprehension makes up the majority of the exam’s content.

Step 8: Wait for the Result

The result of the Registry of Qualified Applicants (RQA) list could take up to three months. The result will be shared on social media via the division office bulletin board. It might be emailed to your email as well, or it might be posted on the school’s information board where you turned in your application.

Being on the RQA list does not ensure that you will be recruited right away and able to begin teaching at the school of your choice.

Video: DEPED RANKING | REQUIREMENTS | GUIDELINES | PROCESS | TEACHER NICA | CRUZITTA

For more information regarding the DepEd Ranking Requirements and the application process, watch the Ve Neil Vlogs video below.

As stated in MATATAG: Bansang Makabata, Batang Makabansa agenda, the Department of Education (DepEd) is committed to implementing a learning recovery program to cope with learning losses resulting from many factors, including the COVID-19 pandemic. The outcomes of international large-scale assessments (ILSAs) and national achievement tests (NATs) show the need for more instructional support to improve the academic achievement of learners.

Programs aimed at improving reading, math, science, and technology abilities as well as other programs that help learning recovery are linked to the National Learning Recovery Program (NLRP), which is supported by the implementation of the NLC as a strategic project.

Also Read: Brigada Pagbasa Program

To support learning recovery, teachers are essential. DepEd has to help teachers with ensuring learners gain higher-order thinking abilities, such as problem-solving techniques, and successfully presenting the material being taught. The National Learning Camp (NLC) will begin during the End-of-School Year (EOSY) break to improve the learning experience for learners and strengthen teacher competency. This project prioritizes the development of inclusive education, learner engagement and well-being, and a supportive learning environment where learners thrive and teachers succeed.

What is National Learning Camp?

This policy, which outlines the guidelines for implementing the National Learning Camp (NLC), has been implemented by the Department of Education (DepEd). By supporting the National Learning Recovery Program (NLRP), which aims to address learning gaps and help K–12 learners at all public elementary and secondary schools across the country meet learning requirements, this policy strengthens DepEd’s commitment to the program. The NLC is a voluntary learning rehabilitation program, and this policy describes how it will be implemented. The NLC intends to strengthen previous school year learning efforts and establish a stronger foundation for future gains in the next school year. It will be provided every end-of-school-year (EOSY) break.

Implementing this policy is advised for private schools as well as higher education establishments, such as state and local universities, colleges, and technical and vocational schools that provide basic education. The NLC is an optional three- to five-week learning recovery program offered to learners in public elementary and secondary schools in grades K–12.

Three learning camps—the Enhancement Camp, the Consolidation Camp, and the Intervention Camp—will make up the National Learning Camp.

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The Enhancement Camp

It is intended to help advanced learners improve their comprehension of grade-level subject matter competencies and their present knowledge, abilities, and skills. This will entail enhancing the complexity, depth, and breadth of learners’ knowledge, abilities, and comprehension.

The Consolidation Camp

This program is intended to give learners further experience and application of previously taught skills. There are chances to find connections between ideas and abilities that span grade-level competencies.

The Intervention Camp

This program is intended to help learners who have high needs but are still lacking in Foundational English and/or Mathematics skills.

The NLC strives to enhance learner performance and build teacher capacity, acknowledging that teachers play a crucial role in enhancing learning outcomes.

What is the Importance of DepEd National Learning Camp?

In addition to promoting teachers’ professional development, the NLC will provide supplementary instructional support to learners to help them meet grade-level curriculum skills and enhance learning outcomes. Learners will also be better prepared to take on more difficult academic challenges at higher grade levels.

The results of the EOSY CRLA and RMA assessments will decide which camp a learner in Grades 1 through 3 is placed in. Who is put in the English and Mathematics Intervention Camps for learners in Grades 7 through 10 will depend on their academic achievement as determined by the results of the Literacy and Numeracy Screening Test. The remaining enrolled learners in each English, Science, and Math grade level will be assigned to either Consolidation or Enhancement Camp based on their academic standing and/or the results of the NLCA, which BEA will make publicly.

Also Read: List of Attached Agencies under DepEd

Benefits of DepEd National Learning Camp to Teachers and Learners

After attending the National Learning Camp, it is anticipated that learners will have a deeper comprehension of their subjects and be more ready when classes resume the following year.

By current DepEd orders, teachers who participate in the National Learning Camp will receive extra service credits on top of the maximum 15-day service credits. A Certificate of Recognition will also be presented to them.

There are funds provided by the Department of Education to carry out the National Learning Camp. This is dependent on how many teachers and learners sign up for the program. The funds received will go toward paying for educational materials’ production as well as any related expenses.

Get in touch with your local school if you’d like to volunteer or take part in the National Learning Camp.

Learning Camp Volunteers (LCVs)

Subject to governmental laws and regulations, LCVs will receive incentives for their services rendered during non-classical school hours (DepEd Order 14, s. 2023, paragraph 54). The LCV incentives for NLC 2024 and other EOSY break activities are listed below.

• Credits for Vacation Service
• National Level Certificate of Recognition
• Php 250.00 for meals each day of genuine service

Non-DepEd LCVs

• Certificate of Services Provided by the Agreement and Corroborated by Attendance Records
• National Level Certificate of Recognition

Note: 

A teacher can work no more than 4.5 hours a day in the classroom. For instance, a math specialist teacher would be assigned three (3) 45-minute lessons in the Grade 7 Mathematics Intervention Camp and another three (3) 45-minute classes in the Grade 8 Intervention Camp, for a total of 4.5 hours each day.

Annex 1: National Learning Camp Registration Template

Annex 2: Parent / Legal Guardian Consent Form

Video: National Learning Camp (NLC) Explainer Video 2023

Watch the video below, posted by YouTuber DepEd Sarangani Insider, to learn more about the National Learning Camp (NLC).

The Department of Education – Philippines developed the Senior High School Voucher Program (SHS VP), co-enforced by the Private Education Assistance Committee (PEAC). It provides financial assistance in the form of vouchers to eligible senior high school learners enrolled in VP-participating senior high schools. Hence, SHS learners and their parents or guardians may refer to the DepEd Order 20, series 2023, to apply for this program.

 This policy contains guidelines to help DepEd implement SHS VP. In addition, Eligible learners can use these guidelines to learn about the SHS VP, including the eligibility criteria, grounds for exclusion, application procedures, requirements, timelines, activities, and other information about the program. DepEd will also utilize this policy to ensure the efficient, effective, and fair implementation of the SHS VP.

What is DepEd Order 20

Issued by the Department of Education on July 26, 2023, DepEd Order (DO) 20, series (s.) 2023, enclosed the Guidelines on the Implementation of the Senior High School Voucher Program (SHS VP). It contains details on the processes and activities related to the VP-participating SHSs, including accepting qualified voucher recipients, requirements, application process, redemption, creating billing statements and payment of subsidies, and other information about the SHS VP.

Furthermore, the procedures, activities, and timelines will guide the DepEd Central Office (CO) and its stakeholders to effectively and efficiently implement the SHS VP and help incoming SHS learners in the application process. These guidelines apply nationwide, including the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), providing essential information to the VP-participating SHSs. However, this order does not cover Homeschooling and Philippine Schools Overseas (PSOs).

Guidelines on the Implementation of the Senior High School Voucher Program

Eligible for SHS VP

Below are the learners eligible for the SHS VP:

•  Learners who completed Junior High School (JHS) in DepEd-operated public schools or public and private educational institutions not directly controlled by DepEd but granted by the department with a permit/government recognition to operate, except Homeschooling and Philippine Schools Overseas (PSOs)
• Learners who completed Grade 10 as passers of the Alternative Learning System Accreditation and Equivalency (ALS A&E) Test or the Presentation Portfolio Assessment
• Learners who completed Grade 10 as passers of the Philippine Education Placement Test (PEPT)

In short, these learners are called Grade 10 completers, divided into two:

1. Automatically Qualified Learners

Grade 10 completers who fall under the categories below are called Qualified Voucher Recipients (QVRs), automatically eligible for vouchers and no longer need to apply for the program:

• Category A – All Grade 10 completers from the preceding SY in Public Schools
• Category B – All Grade 10 completers from the preceding SY in Private Schools who are Educational Service Contracting (ESC) grantees

Voucher Applicants

The learners below are considered Voucher Applicants (VAs), which means they are required to apply for vouchers, and their applications are evaluated based on set parameters and availability of funds:

• Category C – All Grade 10 completers from the preceding SY in Private Schools who are not beneficiaries of ESC
• Category D – All Grade 10 completers who finished Grade 10 before the previous SYs but not earlier than 2016 and had not enrolled previously for Grade 11
• Category E – Learners who passed the ALS A&E Test for Grade 10 not earlier than 2018 and had not enrolled previously for Grade 11 or ALS learners who passed the Portfolio Assessment for Grade 10
• Category F – Learners who passed the PEPT for Grade 10 not earlier than 2016 and had not enrolled previously for Grade 11 or learners who will take the PEPT for Grade 10 in the upcoming SY

Meanwhile, DepEd may give additional vouchers based on the availability of funds and imposed criteria by the GAS Composite Team via a Resolution.

Ineligible for SHS VP

Learners who fall under the circumstances below are not eligible to apply for the SHS VP:

•  Learners who graduated from High School in 2015 or earlier
• Incoming Grade 12 learners who were not part of SHS VP in Grade 11; Nonetheless, DepEd may allow or consider these learners in exceptional cases via a Resolution by the GAS CT.
• Non-Filipino learners

Voucher Application Procedure

Applicants qualified to apply for the SHS VP should submit their applications online through the Online Voucher Application Portal (OVAP) at https://ovap.peac.org.ph. DepEd discourages VAs from submitting multiple applications. Also, DepEd will not accept manual applications and those submitting their requests directly from the department’s office. Here are the steps on the online Voucher Application Procedure for SHS VP:

1. Visit the OVAP website at https://ovap.peac.org.ph. Create an OVAP account using a valid and active email address to proceed with the application.

2. Check your email address for confirmation and click the provided link to access the OVAP portal for registered users.

3. Fill out the electronic Voucher Application Form (VAF-1), which can be done in parts by VAs, and save all the changes.

4. Scan or take a picture of the following required documents and upload them in the OVAP:

• Latest 2×2 colored ID photo
• Notarized Affidavit of Occupation and income for all applicable: both parents/guardians and other people sending the VA to school
• Signed Parent Consent Form for VAs below 18 years old at the time of the submission of the application
• Certificate of Financial Assistance received from the JHS, if any
• Certificate of Rating or Certificate of Completion for Category E applicants and Certificate of Rating for Category F applicants

5. Tap the attestation button and submit your application. (Note: An application should be attested before it can be considered complete.

6. Go to the OVAP website to check your application result. VAs whose applications were approved are eligible for the voucher and should be known as Qualified Voucher Applicants (QVAs).

7. Download the QVA Certificate from OVAP, which is required when redeeming the voucher. Also, QVAs should submit their QVA Certificate to the SHS where they choose to enroll, proving their eligibility for the voucher.

Tracking the Application, Follow-ups, and Inquiries

VAs should ensure their application is correct, complete, attested, and received on or before the deadline. Likewise, VAs should track their application status via their OVAP account. VAs may also email the PEAC National Secretariat at shsvp.application@peac.org.ph.

Grounds for Exclusion from SHS VP

VAs must submit their application forms for processing and validation on or before the imposed deadline. Then, they will forward the results to DepEd for approval. On the other hand, DepEd will not process the following applications:

 Applications completed/submitted after the deadline

Unattested applications

Applications submitted by the learners from Categories A and B

Applications by learners who are not eligible for the SHS VP, including:

• Learners who graduated High School in 2015 or earlier
• Incoming Grade 12 learners who were not part of SHS VP in Grade 11
• Non-Filipino learners

Here are the grounds for disqualification to SHS VP:

• Application with false information or supporting documents
• Failure of the submitted documents to support the declared information in the VAF-1
• Failure to submit proof of eligibility to enroll for Grade 11 as an ALS Qualifier
• Failure to submit proof of eligibility to enroll for Grade 11 as a PEPT Qualifier
• Enrollment in SUCs/LUCs

Results of Application

DepEd will post the application results on OVAP, which can be accessed by VAs using their OVAP accounts. VAs will not receive a notification result regarding their application. Thus, VAs may also check the results announced on the PEAC NS and DepEd websites and other available media. Meanwhile, VAs under Categories E and F may qualify for the program based on the ALS A&E Test, Presentation Portfolio Assessment, and PEPT results.

However, VAs are not entitled to voucher redemption and do not qualify as Voucher Program Beneficiaries (VPBs) if they only passed the SHS VP application but fail to pass the ALS A&E Test or Presentation Portfolio Assessment and PEPT before the upcoming SY. DepEd, PEAC, and schools may also request supporting documents in the VA’s Notarized Affidavit, like the parent’s Income Tax Return and Certificate of Employment, during spot checks to guarantee the VA’s submission.

Conditions for Voucher Program Beneficiaries

Once enrolled, the VPBs may continue partaking in the SHS VP, transfer school, shift tracks/strands, or leave formal schooling, given they comply with the following conditions:

A. Continuing Participants

VPBs can only be considered continuing participants and retain their subsidy, given they are promoted to Grade 12 and continue studying in a VP-participating SHS. Also, there are no maintaining grades for VPBs. Nevertheless, VPBs can lose their subsidy if they do any of the following:

•  Drop out in the middle of the SY
• Do not reenroll in the upcoming SY
• Fail to be promoted to the next grade level or retained at the same grade level
• Transfer to another SHS within the SY
• Transfer to a DepEd  SHS
• Transfer to an SUC/LUC

On the contrary, VPBs who drop out of school due to an accident, pregnancy, prolonged illness, force, majeure, or death of a parent/guardian may return to the SHS VP given they submit essential documents to PEAC in support of their claim, like medical certificate issued by a licensed doctor.

B. Transferees

VPBs who transferred to a different SHS institution are considered transferees. But if the VPB transferred to a non-VP participating SHS, they will lose their subsidy. Moreover, VPBs should comply with the admission requirements of accepting non-DepEd SHS.

C. Shifters

VPBs who shift to a different learning strand or career track are considered shifters. To retain voucher subsidy, VPBs may shift to another learning strand or career track based on any of the conditions below:

•  After the first semester of Grade 11 in the same VP-participating SHS
• After completing Grade 11 in the same or another VP-participating SHS

DepEd Order 20 Full Memo Download

To access and download the complete PDF of DepEd Order No. 20, series of 2023, a direct link is available on this page. By clicking the download button below, you can easily obtain a copy of DepEd Order 20n PDF format.

Full PDF DepEd 20memo file: https://www.deped.gov.ph/wp-content/uploads/DO_s2023_020.pdf

Video: DepEd Order No. 20, s. 2023

Watch the video below to learn more about DepEd Order 20, series 2023:

As discussed in the video, DepEd Order 20, series 2023, contains the implementing guidelines for the Senior High School Voucher Program (SHS VP). This program will provide financial assistance to Filipino learners through voucher redemption, which can help them with their education to pursue a career track or learning strand. Thus, VP-participating SHS and eligible applicants should adhere to the guidelines enclosed in this policy.

Summary

In summary, the guidelines under DepEd Order 20, series 2023, should be implemented by DepEd CO and adhered to by VP-participating SHS when accepting enrollees/program beneficiaries. These guidelines will also help learners, their parents, or guardians in the application process for the SHS VP, from the documentary requirements to redeeming their vouchers. Therefore, all stakeholders should refer to and comply with this policy to effectively implement the voucher program.

The Department of Education gets PhP 14 billion for the Productivity Enhancement Incentive (PEI) from the Department of Budget and Management (DBM). Executive Order 181, s. 2015, provides eligible DepEd personnel with a one-time PEI equal to one month’s basic salary.

DepEd has fulfilled all requirements listed in Section 4 of EO 181, s. 2015. The Special Allotment Release Order (SARO), which covers the disbursement of funds for the PEI grant for fiscal year 2015, was recently issued by DBM.

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According to EO 181, s. 2015 employees who have rendered less than four months of satisfactory service as of May 31, may still be paid the full amount of the PEI upon completion of the four months and meet the annual requirements for a good service grade. Employees who “have (1) rendered at least a total or an aggregate of four (4) months of service as of May 31, including leaves of absence with pay are considered qualified, and who are still in the service as of May 31; and (2) obtained at least a satisfactory performance rating.”

What Is PEI In DepEd?

Starting with the fiscal year 2016, all eligible DepEd employees will receive the Productivity Enhancement Incentive (PEI), valued at five thousand pesos (Php5,000) each, by December 15 of each year. The purpose of the PEI is to increase productivity among government and DepEd employees.

Coverage

Employees who work with The DepEd regularly, whether full-time or part-time, as well as representatives and administrative staff (regardless of whether they are contracted, temporary, full-time, or casual):

• Who have completed four (4) months or more of at least satisfactory service, including paid leaves of absence
• Who as of November 30 of the year have continued to work for the government
• Whose compensation gets charged to the current year’s budget’s personal services (ps) budget
• Whom, as decided by the DepEd institution, have their wages deducted from other funds (the trust fund and/or the revolving fund)

Length of Service	Percentage of the PEI	Amount
3 months to less than 4 months	50%	PhP 2,500
2 months to less than 3 months	40%	PhP 2,000
1 month to less than 2 months	30%	PhP 1,500
Less than 1 month	20%	PhP 1,000

A part-time employee’s PEI is calculated pro rata based on the services provided. Employees who work part-time for two (2) or more agencies are entitled to proportionate compensation based on the services rendered in each agency, as long as their total compensation is not greater than what has been permitted.

• Employees who transfer from one agency to another will have their PEI granted by the new agency.
• When a government employee is sent to another agency, their parent agency must approve their PEI.

Subject to the relevant terms and regulations outlined in this Circular, a mandatory retiree who is on a service extension as of November 30 of the current year may be eligible to receive the PEI.

Due Diligence

When putting all of this into practice, the Chancellors and other Institution authorities who have the power to release the PEI require responsibility. Despite the employee’s right to a refund for any excess or unlawful settlements, responsible officers will be held accountable for payments that were made in violation of this memo’s and DBM Circular 2017-4’s requirements.

Also Read: Salary of DepEd Teachers Explained

Payment

The PEI must be paid by no later than December 15th. For those charged against the PS, the PEI is already included in the funds sent to the Constituent Universities (CUs) for the December release. The PEI of academic and administrative employees whose salaries are currently deducted from trust funds and revolving funds will come from the same funding source.

Employees Accused Of Administrative Or Criminal Offenses

Employees who were officially charged in criminal or administrative matters that are continuing will be eligible for PEI until they are found guilty by the final and effective judgment, provided that:

• Those found guilty will not be eligible for PEI in the year that the judgment becomes final. The PEI received for that year must be returned by the employees.
• The staff in question will be entitled to the PEI if the punishment is merely a reprimand.

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During its 15th meeting, the National Economic Development Authority (NEDA) Board, presided over by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., approved the Department of Education’s MATATAG Agenda and the Basic Education Development Plan (2030) as the country’s basic education policies and plans.

Basic Education Development Plan (BEDP), which covers both formal K–12 education and non-formal education for children and adults, is the country’s first medium-term plan for basic education. It is based on the Ambisyon Natin 2040 and responds to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 2030.

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Concurrently, DepEd aspires to fulfill its promises and deliverables by 2028, as outlined in the MATATAG Agenda, which was introduced in January 2023. According to Vice President Duterte, the main initiatives they will be implementing to raise the standard of basic education in the Philippines are embodied in the MATATAG Agenda.

What Is MATATAG Agenda Curriculum?

The DepEd MATATAG agenda curriculum is a comprehensive and well-organized educational framework created to improve the standard of teaching in the Philippines. The significance of teacher views and how they affect students’ experiences is emphasized in this program. Deliberative procedures are also included, with an emphasis on logical reasoning to choose the best courses of action within the curriculum.

This framework for curriculum development seeks to explore new areas of knowledge and adapt to societal changes while coordinating institutional, curricular, and instructional goals. The MATATAG curriculum also prepares students for modern medical practice by encouraging interdisciplinary collaboration and teacher engagement for continuous quality improvement. This all-encompassing strategy guarantees that students will receive a well-rounded and integrated education.

Every student supported by the Indigenous Peoples Education Program, Madrasah Education Program, Special Needs Education, and Alternative Learning System will use MATATAG as their foundational curriculum.

MATATAG will consist of four essential components:

• MAke the curriculum relevant to produce competent and job-ready, active, and responsible citizens;
• TAke steps to accelerate delivery of basic education facilities and services;
• TAke good care of learners by promoting learner well-being, inclusive education, and a positive learning environment; and
• Give support to teachers to teach better.

The K–10 MATATAG curriculums, which prioritize the following five critical skills—language, reading and literacy, mathematics, makabansa, and proper behavior and manners—will be introduced in the following stages:

• SY 2024-2025:  Kindergarten, Grades 1, 4, & 7
• SY 2025-2026: Grades 2, 5, & 8
• SY 2026-2027: Grades 3, 6, & 9
• SY 2027-2028: Grade 10

Importance Of MATATAG Curriculum

The DepEd MATATAG curriculum is important given that the Philippines’ basic education system has difficulties, such as students’ performance on standardized examinations and graduates’ lack of necessary skills. International evaluation data repeatedly reveals that Filipino students do less than their regional peers.
This emphasizes how the MATATAG curriculum aims to address the need for change. The curriculum also complies with the Values Education Act and Good Manners and Right Conduct (GMRC), which place a strong emphasis on moral growth in addition to academic success.

Eligibility And Qualifications

All parties involved in the basic education sector—students, instructors, and academic administrators—are the primary objectives of the MATATAG Curriculum. The main goal is to improve education quality and make sure that it is strong, inclusive, and equipped to prepare students for the challenges that the twenty-first century will provide.

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Benefits

The MATATAG curriculum focuses on improving the quality of basic education in the Philippines and offers several benefits, including:

• Accelerated Facilities Upgrade – Accelerating the delivery of learning resources and services.
• Curriculum Relevance – Providing them with the skills they need to find work right away and become responsible citizens.
• Student Support – Fostering welcoming learning environments and inclusive education.
• Teacher Support – Raising the standard of instruction through further advantages and professional growth.

Steps To Gain Benefits On MATATAG Curriculum

Step 1: Keep Updated

Follow DepEd’s official channels frequently to receive updates on the MATATAG Curriculum.

Step 2: Interact with Local Schools

To learn more about how the curriculum will be carried out locally, both parents and children should get in touch with the local educational institutions.

Step 3: Teacher Training

To improve their teaching abilities, teachers should keep an eye out for professional development opportunities offered by the curriculum.

Step 4: Community Participation

Participate in school and community-based initiatives that further the objectives of the curriculum.

Step 5: Promoting

Promoting the MATATAG Curriculum’s values and goals throughout their communities is something that everyone can contribute to.

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The newly released MATATAG curriculum’s first implementation in schools was “met with positivity,” according to a Department of Education official. To find out more, watch the video below from INQUIRER.net.

For teachers, the Official Electronic Self-Assessment Tool (e-SAT) has been made available by the Department of Education (DepEd). With the help of this tool, teachers can consider the various goals associated with their professional work. Before the school year starts, teachers should complete this tool and utilize it to reflect on their performance during the RPMS cycle. The outcome of their self-evaluation will help them determine which RPMS goals they should work on improving and which ones require guidance and mentorship.

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The tool’s results are restricted for viewing by the other faculty members, including the school head. Nevertheless, depending on your self-evaluation, they can talk to you about your IPCRF-Development Plan (IPCRF-DP). For school-wide consolidation, kindly complete this tool individually and turn in a copy of the file to the department head or school head. To create your IPCRF-DP, kindly print a copy of the results.

What Is EAST DepEd?

The Self-Assessment Tool for RPMS has an electronic version called the electronic Self-Assessment Tool (e-SAT). More than just a tool, the electronic self-assessment tool is revolutionizing education. It’s critical to have a thorough and effective system in place to assess and raise the standard of education given the constantly shifting needs of the educational landscape. Schools can use this tool to evaluate their performance to the Department of Education’s established benchmarks and standards. Through this application, educational institutions can pinpoint areas that require work, monitor advancements, and make informed decisions based on data, thus improving the quality of education.

You can never overestimate the significance of the ESAT. Offering a methodical approach to self-evaluation guarantees that educational institutions are always advancing and exceeding the requirements of their students. By allowing institutions to highlight their accomplishments and rectify any shortcomings, this tool also encourages accountability and openness within the educational system. Institutions can guarantee that they are offering high-quality instruction that complies with national criteria by making appropriate use of this tool.

With the continually evolving nature of education today, ESAT is essential for educational institutions. It is an organized, data-driven method for self-evaluation that enables institutions to keep raising the standard of teaching they offer.

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Steps For ESAT DepEd

To use the ESAT efficiently and to accurately assess yourself, take the following steps:

Step 1: Be Familiar

You should familiarize yourself with the ESAT before beginning the self-assessment process. Although this tool is meant to be simple to use and intuitive, it will facilitate the assessment process if you take the time to become familiar with its functions and features. Spend some time going through each section and becoming acquainted with the numerous features that are offered. This is going to help you comprehend how to enter data, produce reports, and successfully interpret the outcomes.

The assessment indicators and criteria should then be familiar to you. Accurate self-assessment requires a comprehension of the specified standards and benchmarks that form the basis of the ESAT. Make sure you understand exactly what is anticipated by taking the time to read the indications and criteria.

Make use of all training and resources offered by the Department of Education. They might include user guides, discussions, or online lessons that will help you understand and make the most of the tool. You will be more prepared to make the most of the ESAT if you take the time to become familiar with all of its features.

Step 2: Gather Data

The completeness and correctness of the data gathered will have an immediate effect on how well the self-assessment method works.

Determine which data points are needed for each assessment criterion and indication first. This could contain information on infrastructure and facilities, teacher qualifications, student performance data, and other pertinent metrics. To make sure you collect all the information you need, make a checklist or a plan for data collection.

Develop a defined procedure for gathering data. This could entail gathering information through surveys, interviews, or data analysis from already-existing sources. To preserve data integrity, make sure the process of gathering data is methodical and consistent. After gathering the required data, it’s critical to arrange and preserve it in a way that is both safe and easily accessible. This can help you produce accurate reports and streamline the data analysis process. To make this process go more quickly, think about using spreadsheets or professional data management tools.

Through efficient gathering of the necessary data for the self-assessment, you will lay a strong basis for assessing the performance of your institution and pinpointing areas in need of development.

Step 3: Analyze Data

To help you with this process, ESAT has several built-in analysis and reporting options. Sort the data first into categories that make sense. One such method for achieving this would be to cluster data points according to the indicators or assessment criteria. You will be able to see trends, patterns, and your strong and weak points as a result.

Make use of the tool’s reporting tools to produce data visualizations. A better knowledge of your institution’s performance can be obtained through the use of tables, charts, and graphs. You can more effectively convey your results to stakeholders with the use of these graphic tools.

Now that you have analyzed the data, it is necessary to pinpoint areas that want enhancement. Seek out trends or patterns that point to potential areas of weakness in your institution. These could have to do with curriculum development, teacher preparation, infrastructure, and amenities, or student achievement. You can effectively prioritize and dedicate resources to address these areas once you have identified them.

Keep in mind that the purpose of the self-assessment is to acknowledge and support your areas of strength as well as your weaknesses. Appreciate your institution’s accomplishments and use them as a starting point for further development.

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An electronic version of the SAT designed specifically for RPMS is called the e-SAT. It is a self-assessment tool designed to assist teachers in considering the various goals associated with their line of work. To plan for teachers’ professional development, the tool helps institutions review SAT data of teachers across the entire school. Teachers will receive guidance on which RPMS objectives to improve upon and where they require guidance and mentorship based on the results of their self-assessment.

See the video below to find out how to get ESAT.

In light of the value of continuous professional growth, the DepEd office hereby orders all SGOD Team members, school heads, Public Schools District Supervisors (PSDSs), and Education Program Supervisors to supervise and offer the required technical support before, during, and following the activity to guarantee the effective completion of Division Mid-Year In-Service Training (INSET) for Teachers.

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What is INSET in DepEd?

For teachers to maintain and preserve their capacities to deliver high-quality instruction and learning in the classroom, in-service training, or INSET, is deemed essential. To keep basic school teachers’ skills and knowledge up to date, DepEd, development partners, non-governmental organizations, and school associations periodically organize workshops and seminars. Nevertheless, in terms of their capacity to improve classroom performance, several of these activities are so broad in their application that they fail to meet the particular requirements of teachers.

What is meant by INSET is the wide variety of practices and activities that teachers engage in to broaden their knowledge, hone their capacity to teach, and increase their productivity at work.

The main goal of the INSET is to equip everyone taking part with practical skills that are in line with the meticulously evaluated needs of the school, guaranteeing the continuous provision of excellent instruction. Furthermore, it aims to support the overall health of all staff members by coordinating with the DepEd-recommended topics. This strategic alignment will support the school’s ongoing efforts to uphold its goal of providing outstanding education while advancing the professional development of its staff and teaching staff.

SDO-based INSET topics will center on NEAP Central Office activities like the following:

• English, math, and science Professional Learning Packages (HOTS-PLP) for Higher Order Thinking Skills
• Enhancing Educational Settings for Early Literacy through Instructional Leadership Training (ILT)

In contrast, school-based INSET will concentrate on meeting the requirements of teachers for professional growth and learning as well as information exchange regarding the following policies and high-priority initiatives:

• Child Rights Policy: DepEd Order No. 31, s. 2022, Adopting the Rights-Based Education Framework in Philippine Basic Education
• DepEd Child Protection Policy: DepEd Order No. 40, s. 2012
• Early Language Literacy and Numeracy (ELLN)
• Fridays for catch-up
• National Learning Camp
• National Mathematics Program
• National Reading Program
• Online training for Microsoft 365 Productivity offered by DepEd Philippines
• Policy Guidelines (DepEd Order No. 31, s. 2018) for the Implementation of Comprehensive Sexuality Education
• Safe Spaces Act: Republic Act No. 11313
• Teacher training for non-major subjects (such as Filipino, MAPEH, etc.)

Also Read: Republic Act 10533: Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013

INSET Objectives

The following are INSET objectives:

• Allow teachers to gain innovative teaching strategies and resources for topic areas
• Enhance and broaden teachers’ knowledge about academic subject matter to improve their qualifications
• Help teachers hone their human relations management abilities
• Teach teachers how to manage and administer classes and schools.
• To promote collaboration among teachers

How INSET Works?

The Multi-year Implementing Guidelines on the Allocation and Utilization of the Human Resource Development Fund for Teachers and School Leaders, also known as DepEd Order No. 30, s. 2021, states that expenses related to the management of SDO-organized INSET may be charged to INSET Funds, subject to the standard accounting and auditing procedures of the government.

In between periods, the school-based INSET may be conducted using Maintenance and Other Operating Expenses (MOOE) in compliance with DepEd Order No. 13, s. 2016, also referred to as the Implementing Guidelines on the Direct Release and Use of MOOE Allocation of Schools, Including Other Funds Managed by Schools, subject to the standard accounting and auditing procedures of the government.

To guarantee that every teacher has received the required interventions for their learning and development needs, an INSET report needs to be submitted using this link: https://sites.google.com/deped.gov.ph/inset2024/. The necessary data must be encoded and reported by the SGOD HRDS SEPS and SMME SEPS. The INSET reports’ accuracy and correctness will be guaranteed by the NEAP-R/HRDD.

Please get in touch with Mr. Dustin Troy R. Joson, Senior Education Program Specialist, and Dr. Marife T. Morcilla, Chief of the NEAP Professional Development Division if you would like additional information.

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The DepEd grading system assesses students’ performance at various grade levels. It guarantees that learners are improving. As students’ progress through the educational system, this involves meeting grade requirements, enrolling in additional classes as needed, and receiving certifications. While upholding standards, the objective is to support students’ learning.

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What Is The Deped K–12 Grading System?

Standard and competency-based grading is used in the K–12 Basic Education Program. These can be located in the subject guidelines. Every student’s weighted raw score from their final examinations will be the basis for all grades. It takes a minimum of 60, which is converted to 75 on the report card, to pass a particular learning area. In both final and quarterly grades, 60 is the lowest possible score that can be seen on the report card.

Kindergarten Learners Progress

We’ll discuss the specific guidelines for monitoring Kindergarten pupils’ progress individually. Kindergarten teachers utilize checklists and notes to monitor each child’s growth rather than assigning grades based on numbers.

These are predicated on the knowledge that kindergarteners are expected to acquire. A collection of the student’s work, including completed activity sheets, written samples, and artwork, should be kept by the teachers.

This compilation, referred to as a portfolio, displays the pupils’ learning and performance levels. Teachers can use checklists to assist students meet expectations, and notes or reports can be used to document the student’s effort, behavior, and mood at school.

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DepEd Grading System with Honors

Honors signify extraordinary academic success, according to the DepEd Grading System. It’s similar to receiving a high five for working really hard and getting great grades. As a result, learning that someone graduated “With Honors” is like to bestowing upon them a gold medal for their outstanding academic performance!

An Academic Excellence Award is given to students based on their cumulative grades.

How To Compute The Average Grade Of Students: General DepEd Calculation Of Final And Average Grades

To calculate final grades, the DepEd 1-12 Grading system follows these suitable procedures.

Step 1: Add Grades

The net scores for a single component—the written work, performance tasks, and quarterly assessment—are provided.

The raw scores for each component must now be converted into percentage scorings. By taking this step, you may be sure that your values are continuously improving upon one another.

Step 2: Modifies The Sum

Divide your scores by the potential high points while determining your Percentage Score (PS). The percentage will then be obtained by multiplying the quotient by 100.

Student’s total row scoring/ Possible Highest Score × 100% = PS

Step 3: Convert PS to WS

Weighted scores (WS) based on percentage scoring indicate how important each component is to advancing learning in the various subjects. As a result, multiply your PS by the weight indicated in this table. The Weighted Score will be provided to you (WS).

WS = PS × Weight of Component

For 1-10 Grades, the Component’s weight is:

Award Category	Average Grade Range
Highest Honors	98 to 100
High Honors	95 to 97
Honors	90 to 94

Even though the SHS grading scheme is based on the weight of a varied pack of components. The record of several subjects and the essential weight of additional components are shown in this table.

Weight of Senior High School (SHS) Components, specifically for Grades 11-12

Component	Science Math	MAPEH EPP/TLE	Languages APEsP
Written Work	40%	20%	30%
Performance Tasks	40%	60%	50%
Quarterly  Assessment	20%	20%	20%

Step 4: Get QG

To get the Quarterly Grade (QG), this starting grade is converted. This transmutation table is the basis for everything:

Step 5: List QG On The Student’s Report Card

To better illustrate the summative assessment record, we have included a sample of three students’ English class records. That could help you comprehend this grading method if you are new to grading. The class record for the first quarter is thus as follows:

Video: Grading System in K-12 Basic Education Program

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The National Achievement Test (NAT) is administered yearly at specific grade/year levels by the Department of Education (DepEd) through the National Education and Research Center (NETRC) as part of a system-wide assessment to gauge the caliber of learning results.

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DepEd came up with the Mastery level to show how well a student must know something before being able to use that skill, helping schools to confidently increase student initiative.

What is the DepEd Mastery Level?

A student’s mastery level is determined by the number of successfully answered questions and the difficulty rating of those answers.

To enhance their understanding of the course content, most students will correctly answer many of the initial assessment questions. Each topic for which a student has completed one or more quizzes results in a specific Mastery Level for that topic.

The assessment findings are sent to data users at the school, division, regional, and national levels in the form of Mean Percentage Scores (MPS) and its descriptive equivalent for data use (e.g., intervention, remedial education, etc.).

See mastery/achievement level graph below:

Mastery/Achievement Level
MPS	Descriptive Equivalent
96-100%	Mastered
86-95%	Closely Approximating Mastery
66-85%	Moving Toward Mastery
35-65%	Average
15-34%	Low
5-14%	Very Low
0-4%	Absolutely No mastery

Guidelines

The primary and secondary school grading system is intended to represent consistency in the actual level and extent of students’ competency mastery in each subject area. Any individuals involved, including students, parents, teachers, and administrators, may accurately evaluate the true efficacy of the teaching-learning process in this way.

Consequently, the following guidelines are mandated below:

• Test results as well as other numerical or descriptive ratings must be translated into percentage grades without the use of a base percentage; that is, perfect scores must equal 100% and zero scores must equal 0%. DepEd make no claims regarding the transmutation table found in commercially released class records, which uses 70% as the baseline. This should not be done. Teachers should discontinue utilizing this formula right away because it has never received official DepEd approval.
• A passing grade of 75% is required, and it should accurately represent how well students have met the subject area competencies.
• Periodic tests must have a consistent weight in each topic area, ranging from 25% to 40%. The remaining portion will be divided among the other elements that need to be graded in each subject area.
• On the individual report card, any grade below 65% will appear as 65%. But the real grade will always be kept on file in the class record and will be used to total group performance.

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What is DepEd NAT?

The yearly National Achievement Test (NAT) is another measure of the nation’s pupils’ academic progress. In the Philippines, the Department of Education (DepEd) administers the Nationwide Achievement Test (NAT), a standardized test, to evaluate students’ academic achievement on a nationwide scale.

Typically, the NAT is a multiple-choice test covering subjects that are in line with the national curriculum. The test is meant to gauge students’ knowledge and critical thinking abilities, and they must complete the questions in the allotted time.

A considerable number of schools were classified as High Performing Schools (HPS) with an MPS of 86% and above, and Low Performing Schools (LPS) with an MPS of 34% and below, based on the 2012 NAT results. The NETRC will supply the list of these schools, arranged according to division level.

The High Performing Schools can give benchmarking on best practices, which might be included in intervention packages designed to help Low Performing Schools (LPS) perform better. The interested parties at the division and school levels must work together to maximize these specified strategies.

Interventional and Remedial Programs for Low-Performing Schools (LPS)

Level

Activity

Responsible Staff

Division

Design training programs for teacher on: Task analysis on the least learned competencies (deriving pre-requisite skills) Innovative teaching and assessment strategies Undertake more frequent observations particularly in LPS

Division Supervisors       -do-

School

Task analysis on the least learned competencies in the tool subjects Determine the prerequisite abilities required for the least developed competences. As part of the school head’s instructional leadership, include better teaching practices. Provide varied experiential teaching-learning experiences For the least acquired skills, instil mastery learning.

Subject Area Coordinator/ Master Teachers   -do- School Heads Subject Area Teachers   -do-

High Performing Schools (HPS) Benchmarking on the Best Practices

Level	Activity	Responsible Staff
Divisions	Using an inventory tool, do a spade survey throughout High Performing Schools (HPS). Documentation of the best practices generated thru the inventory tool Data packaging for use by other educational institutions, such as LPS	Division Supervisors -do- -do-
School	School visitations in HPS Replication of best practices in particular schools, especially in LPS	School Heads -do-

What Is The Purpose Of NAT?

The purpose of NAT is to track academic advancement, pinpoint areas for development, and raise the standard of education in the Philippines as a whole. Stakeholders, teachers, and legislators can promote students’ learning and development by using test data analysis to make well-informed decisions.

Nationwide school administration of the NAT is coordinated by the Department of Education. The testing process is conducted by schools in accordance with the DepEd schedules, which guarantee a fair and uniform assessment of the learning outcomes of students.

Following NAT completion, students’ answers are scored, and the findings are utilized to produce reports at the individual, school, division, and national levels. These reports shed light on students’ performance and help develop policies aimed at raising the standard of education in the Philippines. The lessons taught the students to study before, during, and even after class, which helped them to study not just during but even after classeseduca.

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