Question & AnswerQ&A (Republic Act No. 9190)
The primary purpose of Republic Act No. 9190 is to recognize Cebu International School as an educational institution of international character and to grant it certain prerogatives conducive to its growth as such.
Cebu International School is declared an educational institution of international character authorized to operate educational programs that primarily adhere to universally accepted and recognized educational policies.
Members are the parents or guardians, whether Philippine or foreign nationals, of children who have enrolled and attended the School for at least one school year.
The School is governed by a Board of Trustees elected at large from among the corporation's members of good standing.
Yes, no single alien nationality shall exceed 30% of the entire student population in a given school year.
The School is managed and administered by a superintendent who possesses qualifications prescribed by the Board.
Yes, upon consultation with the Secretary of Education, it may determine its own curriculum and teach any language or languages it deems proper.
Yes, the School can determine the amount of fees and assessments reasonably imposed on its students to maintain or conform to its standard of education.
Foreign personnel employed are exempt from nationality restrictions on control and administration of educational institutions except laws enacted for employee protection. They are not exempt from income tax liability.
The Secretary of Education shall issue the necessary rules to carry out the provisions of the Act.
If any provision is declared unconstitutional, the remaining provisions remain valid and in full force.