STUDENT’S HANDBOOK

By: RACMA GANDUAN KIRAM

Revised 2023

PUNTA CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Magsaysay, Parang, Maguindanao del Norte
School ID No. 134103
 CHAPTER 1
SCHOOL BACKGROUND

Section 1 BACKGROUND OF THE SCHOOL

Punta Central Elementary School is located at Barangay, Magsaysay, Parang,

Maguindanao along the road going to Punta Beach. It has an area of (7,034 sq.
meters). The community is composed of both Christians and Muslims. The
school was opened in the year 1956- 1957 with (2) classrooms and only on
teacher. School year 1957- 1958, the grades one and two were opened due to
increase of enrolment.

The Punta Elementary School continued to grow as the years go through the
help of the past Principals assigned named: Mr. Paterno Buenvenida late Felipe
Cruz, late Benidicta Bataga, late Mr. Francisco D. Balucas, Sr. late orenza Carmona,
late Longinos Quirao, and late Josefina Villaries. Late Mr. Lucrecio Sastrillo then
retired and succeeded by Ms. Linda N. Fernandez.

July 1, 2003, Punta Elementary School became Central School when Inter-
Parang District was created under the supervision of Dr. Sonia S. Mamicpic,
followed by Virginia C. Balucas was designated as Teacher In- Charge and at
present the School Principal is Racma G. Kiram.

The community does not mostly rely on fishing, instead of some works in the
government offices, and others are drivers, law enforces and some are self-
employed.
 CHAPTER 2
VISION, MISSION AND CORE VALUES
Department of Education

Section 2.1 VISION

We dream of Filipinos who passionately love their country and

whose values and competencies enable them to realize their full
potential and contribute meaningfully to building the nation.

As a learner-centered public institution, the Department of

Education continuously improves itself to better serve its stakeholders.

Section 2.2 MISSION

To protect and promote the right of every Filipino to quality,

equitable, cultured-based and complete basic education where:
 Students learn in a child-friendly, gender-sensitive, safe and
motivating environment;
 Teachers facilitate learning and constantly nurture every learner;
 Administrators and staff, as stewards of the institution, ensure an
enabling and supportive environment for effective learning to
happen;
 Family, community, and other stakeholders are actively engaged
and share responsibility for developing life-long learners.

Section 2.3 CORE VALUES

Maka-Diyos

Makatao

Makakalikasan

Makabansa
 CHAPTER 2.A
VISION, MISSION AND GOAL
MBHTE-BARMM

Section 2.a.1 VISION

The Bangsamoro that is united, enlightened, self-governing,

peaceful, just, morally upright and progressive.

Section 2.a.2 MISSION

Guided by moral governance and in pursuit of genuine and

meaningful autonomy, the Bangsamoro Government ensures the
necessary conditions for enduring peace and sustained socio-economic
development suitable to the systems of life, needs, and aspirations of
its peoples by providing services to communities, ensuring multi-
stakeholder participation, and facilitating appropriate partnerships.

Section 2.a.3 OVER-ALL GOAL

Upliftment of the lives of the Bangsamoro and establishment of

the foundations of self-governance through moral governance.

Section 2.a.4 MBHTE 12-POINT AGENDA

1.Approval and implementation of an inclusive and relevant BEC.

2.One (1) million children enrolled.
3.Accessible quality education for all learners.
4.School as a safe space for learning and development.
5.Comprehensive health and nutrition program.
6.Prioritizing welfare of students with disabilities.
7.Quality teachers and education managers.
8.One professional per family.
9.Working with BARMM ministries and local government/
community leaders.
10. Encourage parents to invest in education.
11. Learning good practices from international experience.
12. Good governance practice.
 CHAPTER 3
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Section 3.1 GENERAL GUIDELINES

In accordance with the policy of the State to provide for free

public elementary education to all qualified citizens, Republic Act 6655
entitled “Free Public Elementary Education Act of 1988” was created
and further supported by the Department Order No. 40, s. 1988
entitled “Guidelines in the implementation of the Free Secondary
Education Program starting school year 1988-89” shall become the
bases of its full implementation.

The Department of Education issues the Basic Education

Enrollment Policy (DO No. 03, s. 2018) to institutionalize an efficient
enrollment process in public schools offering basic education
nationwide.

The rules and standards prescribed by this policy uphold the right
of learners to enroll in public schools upon presentation of minimum
documentary requirements, and to be provided with accessible,
relevant, quality and liberating education to all.

Section 3.2 ELIGIBILITY AND ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Level Eligibility Standards Documentary Requirements

Kindergarte 5 years old on or before PSA Birth Certificate

n October 31 on specified
year.

Grade 1 Kindergarten Result of ECCD Checklist and Progress

Completer Report
PSA Birth Certificate
Enrollment Form
Grade 2 to 6 Passing remarks on the SF 9
previous Grade Level PSA Birth Certificate
attended. Enrollment Form
Transferee Certificate of SF 9 (Report Card) of the Grade Level
Enrollment SF 10 (Permanent record)
Good Moral Certificate
PSA Birth Certificate
 The schedule of enrollment shall be determined by the
Department Order issued by DepEd-Central Office to give more time
for the parents to enroll their children in the school.

Section 3.3 CONTRIBUTION AND MISCELLANEOUS FEE

Department Order No. 41, s. 2012 entitled “No Collection Policy”

reminds all school authorities that collection of any fees during
enrollment and first days of class is strictly prohibited.
This DepEd Order No. 41 states that no fees shall be collected
from school children in Kindergarten up to Grade4 anytime during the
school year. For Grade 5 pupils up to fourth year high school students,
there will be no collection from June to July (beginning of the school
year). However, starting August (third month after opening of classes)
until the end of the school year, the following fees may be collected on
a voluntary basis:

1. Boy Scouts & Girl Scouts membership fees

2. Philippine National Red Cross membership fee
3. Anti-TB fund drive
4. School Paper Publication
5. PTA membership fee

In a special case, school may impose monthly dues (with the

approval of PTA) to finance the honorarium of the volunteer
teachers, security guards and other non-teaching personnel for the
services rendered during the school year.
Section 3.4 STUDENT SUPPORT AND SERVICES

Students are allowed to join any student organization sanction by

the school based on their talents, skills and interest. These clubs and
organizations include the following:
1. Supreme Pupil Government (SPG)
2. School Paper Publication
3. Boy Scouts of the Philippines
4. Girl Scouts of the Philippines
5. Drum & Lyre Corps
6. Dance Troupe
7. YES-Organization
8. Sports Club
9. Academic Clubs

Section 3.5 ACADEMIC AND NON-ACADEMIC POLICY

Honor pupils are given recognition every grading period and at

the end of the school year. Awards and recognition received during
academic contest outside the school shall be re-enacted during the
convocation or recognition day. Likewise, awards and medals received
while attending co-curricular activities such as sports, scouting, press
conference, festival of talents and other related activities shall also be
re-enacted during the convocation or recognition day.

In terms of cash prize, pupil-contestant (individual or group) shall

receive 50% of the total cash prize received while the remaining 50%
will be shared by the adviser-coach and the department where the
contest was represented. For a performance rendered that involved
pupil and teachers, cash assistance received shall be decided during
the meeting called for the purpose.

In order to motivate and encourage pupils to participate, both

academic and non-academic activities rendered during the school year
are recognized by the school and included in the computation of
grades under the performance tasks in a specific learning area.
 CHAPTER 4
ASSESSMENT, GRADING SYSTEM & AWARDS

Section 4.1 CLASSROOM ASSESSMENT (DO No. 08, s. 2015)

Classroom assessment is an ongoing process of identifying,
gathering, organizing and interpreting quantitative and qualitative
information about what learners know and can do. Teachers should
employ classroom assessment methods that are consistent with the
curriculum standards. It is important for teachers to always inform
learners about the objectives of the lesson so that the latter will aim to
meet or even exceed the standards. Teachers should provide
immediate feedback to the students about their learning progress.
Learners are assessed in the classroom through various processes
and measures appropriate to and congruent with learning
competencies defined in the K to 12 Curriculum. Some of these
processes and measures may be used for both formative and
summative assessment, which have different goals. Learners may be
assessed individually or collaboratively.
Table1. Weight of the components for Grades 1-6
Components Language AP EsP Scienc Math MAPEH TLE
s e

Written Work 30% 40% 20%

Performance Tasks 50% 40% 60%

Quarterly Assessment 20% 20% 20%

Section 4.2 GRADING SYSTEM (DO No. 73, s. 2012)

For Grades 1-6, the average of the Quarterly Grades produces the
Final Grade. The General Average is computed by dividing the sum of
all final grades by the total number of learning areas. Each learning
area has equal weight.
The Final Grade in each learning area and the General Average
are reported as whole numbers.
Table 2. Descriptors, Grading Scale and Remarks
Descriptor Grading Scale Remarks
Outstanding 90-100 Passed
Very Satisfactory 85-89 Passed
Satisfactory 80-84 Passed
Fairly Satisfactory 75-79 Passed
Did not Meet
Expectations Below 75 Failed

Section 4.3 AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS (DO No. 36, s. 2016)

In line with the implementation of Republic Act No. 10533, known

as K to 12 Law, the Department of Education is adopting the Policy
guidelines on Awards and recognitions for K to 12 Basic Education
Program.
These awards have been designed to formally recognize the
outstanding performance and achievement of learners in academics,
leadership, and social responsibilities, among other aspects of student
progress and development. These awards are given to encourage
learners to strive for excellence and to become proactive members of
the school and community.
All learners, including transferees, who have met the standards,
criteria, and guidelines set by this policy shall be recognized.
There can be two or more recipients of any award. However,
should there be no qualified learner, the award shall not be given.
A. CLASSROOM AWARDS
 Meritorious Awards shall be awarded to Grades 1 to 6,
such as: Character traits during recognition day. This award
recognizes learners who demonstrate exemplary character
and outstanding personal qualities through their behavior
and actions throughout the school year.

 Academic Excellence Awards within the quarter is given

to learners from grades 1 to 6 who have attained an average
of at least 90% and passed all learning areas.

Table 4. Academic Excellence Award

Academic Excellence Award Average Grade
per Quarter
With Highest Honors/
May Pinakamataas na Karangalan 98-100

With High Honors/

May Mataas na Karangalan 95-97

With Honors/
May Karangalan 90-94

 Recognition for Perfect Attendance. This award is given

at the end of every quarter to encourage learners to attend
and actively participate in class. Perfect attendance means
that a learner must be present in all of his/her classes, and
must have no absences for the entire quarter. Learners who
are representing the school for various purposes (e.g. in-
school or off-campus activities) may also qualified for this
award.
B. GRADE LEVEL AWARDS
 At the end of the school year, the Academic Excellence
Award is given to learners from grades 1 to 6 who have
attained a General Average of at least 90% and a passing
Final Grade in all learning areas
 Leadership award is given to learners in grade 6, who
have demonstrated exemplary skills in motivating others
and organizing projects that have significantly contributed to
the betterment of the school and/or community, following
the guidelines and criteria. This award is given during the
completion or graduation ceremony.
 Awards for Outstanding Performance in Specific
Disciplines:
a. Athletics. This award is given to learners who have
shown outstanding skills in athletics (particularly in
games and sports) through participation and
victories in competitions as well as discipline in
training and sportsmanlike conduct and character.
b. Arts. This award is given to learners who have
consistently demonstrated outstanding skills in the
arts and above average creativity and craftsmanship
exemplified through contribution to school’s various
functions and events.
c. Communication Arts. This award is given to
learners who have demonstrated proficiency in any
language (Filipino, English or other foreign language)
in written or in oral communication, shown creativity
in expressing ideas in written or oral activities in
various subjects, and contributed to the school
community.
d. Science. This award is given to learners who have
high academic standing in science, demonstrated
passion for science expressed through an excellent
attitude toward science work, shown enthusiasm for
science which positively influences other students in
class and the wider school community, and displayed
 inquisitiveness about the environment, how things
work and how natural processes occur.

e. Mathematics. This award is given to learners who

have high academic standing in mathematics,
demonstrated passion for math expressed through
an excellent attitude toward math work, and shown
enthusiasm for math, which positive impacts other
students in class.
f. Araling Panlipunan. This award is given to learners
who have high academic standing in Araling
Panlipunan. They have consistently demonstrated
the willingness and ability to contribute to and
participate in activities that serve the common good.
They have used their knowledge, skills and
disposition in history, geography, and economics to
promote the common good and to achieve shared
ends for others in the school and/or community
above and beyond their personal good.

g. Award for Club or Organization Achievement.

This award is given to a duly recognized club or
organization that has created positive impact on the
school and/or community it serves through the
implementation of all its planned projects and
activities and attainment of the school’s objectives,
and taken great strides to help its members develop
their potentials.

h. Special Recognition. Learners who have

represented and/or won in competitions at the
district, division, regional and national level will be
recognized.
 CHAPTER 5
SCHOOL DISCIPLINE

The Punta Central Elementary School wants each learner to enjoy

a secure learning environment and a rich educational experience. This
discipline policy was developed to promote consistency and encourage
appropriate behaviors that require learners to become more
responsible for their behavior. By clear understanding of the school
rules and regulations, learners can make intelligent choices. We also
expect parents to recognize the importance of the school rules and
regulations and to cooperate with their enforcement.
Consequences for inappropriate behavior should include
opportunities for the learners to learn from his/her mistake.
Whenever possible, learners should be included in intervention
programs that will help them acquire the skills to make positive
choices in the future.

Section 5.1 RIGHTS OF LEARNER

Subject to limitations prescribed by law and the school policies

and regulations, every learner shall enjoy the following rights:

1. The right to receive quality and relevant education through

competent instruction in accordance to National and MBHTE
goals, educational objectives and the standards of the school for
their full development as human being.
2. The right to guidance and counseling services toward making
decisions and in selecting alternative fields of work suited to their
potentials.
3. The right to free expression of beliefs and opinions as long as it
does not disrupt the administrative, academic and discipline of
the school.
4. The right to publish a student newspaper or similar publications
and to invite resource persons during assemblies, symposia, and
other school activities of similar nature.
 5. The right to establish, join and participate in school organizations,
societies and clubs for the purposes not contrary to law.

6. The right to access to their own school records which shall be

maintained and preserved in a confidential manner by the school.
7. The right to be free from involuntary contributions except those
approved by their own organizations, clubs or societies.
8. The right to be expeditious issuance of official documents like
certificates, diplomas, School Form 9 and 10, grades and transfer
credentials.
9. The right to be respected as a person with human dignity, to full
physical, social, intellectual and moral development, to humane
and healthy conditions of learning.
10. The right to 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
learners, the teaching and academic staff and other school
personnel.

Section 5.2 LEARNERS RESPONSIBILITIES

Leaners responsibility occurs when learners take an active part in

their learning by recognizing that they are accountable for their
academic success. It is demonstrated when they make choices and
take actions that lead them towards their educational goal.
There are some roles and responsibilities of a learner that should
and need to be performed while in school:

1. To attend school on a regular basis.

2. To be on time and prepared to school activity.
3. To bring required materials and assignments.
4. To know and comply with school rules.
5. To treat school officials and fellow learners with respect
regardless of ethnic group, religion, gender, sexual orientation,
color, race, national origin and physical or mental ability.
6. To respect public and private property.
7. To follow instructions or directions of the school officials.
 8. To behave in a way that does not disrupt the learning of others.
9. To leave valuable personal belongings at home.

Section 5.3 NON-DISCIPLINARY CASES

Article 1. Official Time

a. Learners should be inside the school premise from 7:00 in the
morning until 4:30 in the afternoon from Monday to Thursday.
Friday schedule in the morning is shortened to give time for the
Muslim learners and school personnel perform their religious
obligation.
b. Flag raising ceremony every Monday starts at 7:15 in the
morning and lowering of the flag every Friday at 4:15 in the
afternoon.
c. Saturday, Sunday and Holiday activities conducted in the
school shall be allowed with parents’ consent.

Article 2. Safety and Health Protocol

a. Learners must exercise basic safety and health protocols when

entering the campus by wearing face mask, frequent hand
washing and observe social distancing. (in case of Pandemic
and other unexpected circumstances arise.)
b. Learners who are not feeling well are referred to the school
nurse and upon initial check up and recommendation, may be
sent home for further medical referral.
c. Learners are not allowed to go out of the school campus
without being taken by the parents or guardians during classes
hours.
d. Meanwhile, learners who are not feeling well are advised to
stay at home until fully recovered.
e. Learners are encouraged to complete their vaccination and
booster shots for better immunity and safety.
Article 3. School Uniform

a. Learners are required to wear the prescribed uniform.

b. Male pupils should wear short sleeve white polo (jacket style),
khaki pants, black leather/plastic shoes and white socks.
Female pupils should wear short sleeves white blouse,
checkered skirt, black leather/plastic shoes and socks. Muslim
female students are encouraged to wear long sleeve blouse
and white hijab (kumbong).

c. Personalized PE Uniform will be obliged to all learners from

Kinder to Grade Six every Wednesday.

d. School Identification Card is an integral part of the prescribed

uniform.
e. Proper haircut of 1 x 3cm. or gupit pambata for male learners
every first Monday of the month is required. No earrings,
colored hair and wearing of hat inside the classroom.

Article 4. Attendance and Punctuality

a. Learner’s attendance should be reflected in the School Form 2
checked by the advisers.
b. Learners who incur absences more than twenty (20%) percent
of the prescribed number or class or laboratory period during
the school year or term should be given failing grade and given
no credit for the subject or course.
c. Habitual tardiness especially during the first period of classes
shall not be allowed. Appropriate action should be done to
eliminate this habit.
Article 5. Intervention and Re-enforcement
a. Any violation incurred by the learners on the above cases shall
be settled by the adviser during the conference with the
parents or guardians.
b. Learners who have incurred three (3) absences without any
written notice from the parents shall be indorsed to the
guidance office for a “home visit” schedule.
c. Habitual violation of the above cases shall be subject to the
given sanctions/punishment stated on
d. Parents together with their learners (in the presence of the
Guidance Counsellor/Dean of Discipline and the Adviser) shall
sign a memorandum of understanding regarding the violation
incurred.

Section 5.4 DISCIPLINARY CASES

Article 1. List of Minor Offenses:

A. Vandalism
B. Illegal entry/exit in the school premises
C. Cheating during exam
D.Stealing
E. Gambling
F. Smoking
G.Carrying of Cellular Phone inside the classroom
H.Troublesome learners

Article 1.1. PENALTY

1. First offense- meeting with the parents/guardians and one-
day suspension
2. Second offense- five-day suspension with Library works and
Memorandum of Agreement on the Expulsion of the learner.
3. Third Offense- the learner will be automatically expelled
from the school.
Article 2. List of Major Offenses:
A. Assaulting teachers
B. Bullying
C. Bringing deadly weapon
D.Destroying school properties
Article 2.1. PENALTY
1. First offense- Meeting with the parents, five-day suspension
with Library works and Memorandum of Agreement on the
Expulsion of the learner.
2. Second Offense- the learner will be automatically expelled
from the school.

Section 5.5 PENALTIES AND PROHIBITED ACTS

a. Penalty for all offenses which are not very serious in nature.
A suspension from the school should not exceed five-days
and may be authorized by the school head without the prior
approval of the Division Superintendent. Parents/ guardians
should be informed about the disciplinary action.
b. For a persistent offender or anyone guilty of a serious
offense, school shall impose the penalty of expulsion upon the
deliberation of the school head, guidance coordinator and
parents.

c. In all cases of suspensions, a written statement or promise of

future exemplary conduct signed by the student and
countersigned by his parents/guardians shall be required
as a condition for readmission and must be required in the case
of suspension for more than three days.
Section 5.6 PROCEDURE

a. All violations committed by the offender shall be documented

in the office for assessment and evaluation, for future
reference and for an aide of resolution, amendment, or
legislation.
b. Imposition of penalty shall be done in the presence of the
offender, his parents and authorized school personnel.

c. Community service shall be monitored and checked by the

Prefect of Discipline until the suspension and the community
service required is met.

d. After the suspension and the community service, an offender

together with his parent will secure admission slip from the
Prefect of Discipline to be submitted to the adviser for the
formal re-admission to the class.

APPENDIX

School Child protection Policy

School Rules and Regulation

References