Question & AnswerQ&A (DECS ORDER NO. 30, S. 1999)
The order aims to strengthen the Department's co-curricular program towards the total and gender fair development of girls and young women by granting exemption from CAT to qualified Girl Scouts.
Girl Scouts who have complied with the Girl Scouts of the Philippines (GSP) Membership Requirements and have completed work on at least two badges in each of the 8-Point Challenge (a total of 16 badges) by the end of their third year in high school are eligible for exemption.
Exemption may be granted upon recommendation of the Girl Scouts of the Philippines' Regional Executive Director and upon approval of the DECS Regional Director concerned.
The Girl Scout Troop Leader accomplishes the form, which is then signed by the concerned Regional Executive Directors of the GSP and DECS.
They must complete 50 hours in Service Aid Projects (e.g., Camp Aide, Hospital Aide, Aquatic Safety Aide) and maintain active membership in a GSP SAVER Team with at least two relief services rendered. Alternatively, they may participate in GSP CHERISH projects and community service projects such as the Chief Girl Scout Medal Scheme.
Yes. Regional Offices of the Girl Scouts of the Philippines are authorized to facilitate the exemption process in close coordination with the DECS Regional Offices concerned.
Any provisions of previous Department Orders (such as DECS Order No. 30, s. 1974; MECS Order No. 49, s. 1979; MECS Order No. 17, s. 1985; MECS Order No. 35, s. 1986; DECS Order No. 106, s. 1998) not inconsistent with this order remain effective.
Examples include Camp Aide, Hospital Aide, and Aquatic Safety Aide.
Yes. In lieu of relief service, Girl Scouts may participate in GSP CHERISH projects and community service projects such as the year-long Chief Girl Scout Medal Scheme.
The order was adopted on March 22, 1999.