MEMORANDUM ORDER NO. 247

: The main objective of Republic Act No. 1425, as reinforced by Memorandum Order No. 247, is to include in the curricula of all public and private schools, colleges, and universities courses on the life, works, and writings of Jose Rizal, particularly his novels Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo.
: The Secretary of Education, Culture and Sports and the Chairman of the Commission on Higher Education are directed to fully implement Republic Act No. 1425.
: The specific works emphasized are Jose Rizal's novels Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo.
: Appropriate disciplinary action may be imposed against the governing body and/or head of any public or private school, college, or university found not complying with Republic Act No. 1425 and related rules and regulations.
: They must submit a joint report within thirty (30) days from the issuance of Memorandum Order No. 247, and another report one (1) year thereafter on the extent of compliance.
: The centennial of Rizal's martyrdom in 1996 and the centennial of the Declaration of Philippine Independence two years later.
: Because Rizal’s writings are seen as a constant and inspiring source of patriotism, especially influential during the formative and decisive years of youth.
: It emphasizes the role of education in shaping the future of the nation by inculcating patriotism and national values through teachings on Jose Rizal.
: It took effect immediately after its issuance on December 26, 1994.