Title
Amending EO No. 63 and 64 for Sports Dev
Law
Executive Order No. 457
Decision Date
Nov 13, 1997
Executive Order No. 457 establishes the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) and the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) in the Philippines, focusing on tertiary and technical/vocational education respectively, while also prioritizing sports development in post-secondary and vocational education.
amending executive order
commission on higher education
tertiary education
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Integration of Sports in Post-secondary and Vocational Education

  • Post-secondary, vocational, and tertiary education should incorporate a holistic approach including sports as a key component.
  • Sports development is considered part of the mission for human development in these education sectors.

Pre-existing Sports Development Structure

  • Executive Orders No. 63 and 64 (1993) initially established the Physical Fitness and Sports Development Councils (PFSDC) at multiple government levels.
  • These Councils were created to implement and monitor the National Policy and Program of aSports for All.

Inclusion of CHED and TESDA in Sports Policy and Implementation

  • The amendment mandates inclusion of CHED and TESDA in the organizational and policy-making structures of sports development.
  • Recognizes the Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) as the primary institution responsible for elite sports development at international competitions.

Composition of Physical Fitness and Sports Development Councils (PFSDC)

  • National PFSDC: Chaired by the Secretary of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) with co-chairmen including key secretaries from DECS, DND, DOLE, and co-vice chairmen from CHED, POC, and PSC.

  • Members include representatives from the Senate and House Committees on Sports, League Presidents (provinces, municipalities, cities), Presidential Adviser on Sports, PNP Director-General, TESDA Chairman, and six private sector appointees.

  • Regional PFSDC: Led by the DILG Regional Director with co-chair DECS Regional Director and vice-chair DND representative.

  • Includes heads/directors from PSC, CHED, TESDA, PNP, provincial governors, SK Federation President, and private sector appointees.

  • Provincial PFSDC: Chaired by the Provincial Governor, vice chair Provincial Vice-Governor, secretary-general DECS Division Superintendent.

  • Comprises representatives from DILG, CHED, TESDA, DND, PNP, League of City/Municipal Mayors President, SK Federation President, and private sector appointees.

  • City/Municipal PFSDC: Chaired by the City/Municipal Mayor.

  • Includes PNP Representative as vice-chair, DECS PFSS Division Supervisor as secretary-general, DILG, CHED, TESDA representatives, ABC President, Mayors League President, SK Federation City/Municipal Chairman, and private sector appointees.

  • Barangay PFSDC: Chaired by the Barangay Chairman with DECS School Principal as vice-chair.

  • Membership includes SK Representative, Kagawad Sports Coordinator, Homeowners Association Representative, and private sector appointees.

National Program Implementation

  • Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) is tasked to plan and implement the national sports program based on the National Policy of Sports for All.
  • Ensures an integrated, comprehensive program covering short, medium, and long-term actions aligned with year-round calendar activities.
  • Coordination with all government levels and private entities is mandated.

Sectoral Responsibilities in Sports Development

  1. Basic Education School Sports — DECS
  2. Tertiary Education School Sports — CHED
  3. Technical/Vocational School Sports — TESDA
  4. Community-based Sports — DILG
  5. Military Sports — Department of National Defense and Philippine National Police
  6. Labor Sports — Department of Labor and Employment
  7. Elite Sports for International Competitions — Philippine Olympic Committee and National Sports Associations
  8. Professional Sports — Games and Amusement Board

Reporting and Monitoring

  • All concerned government agencies and entities are directed to submit bi-annual reports on their sports program activities and accomplishments.
  • Reports are to be submitted to the Office of the President and overseen by the Philippine Sports Commission.

Continuity and Effectivity

  • All provisions in Executive Orders No. 63 and 64 not inconsistent with this amendment remain valid and effective.
  • The Executive Order takes immediate effect upon issuance.

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